Traffic Accident Statistics

The Council uses an evidence based approach to formulate its programmes and direction making reference to accident trends and common accident contributory factors. To this end, traffic accident statistics and trends are carefully analysed to determine appropriate measures to mitigate and prevent traffic accidents.

2018 Statistics

An analysis of Hong Kong’s traffic accident statistics for 2018 reveals that there were 15,935 traffic accidents in which people were injured, with a total of 19,637 casualties. Compared with the previous year, the number of accidents increased slightly by 1.34% and the number of casualties decreased slightly by 1.26% .

While there has not been any significant change in the past decade in the number of traffic accidents involving injuries, there is a downward trend in fatalities. A total of 135 people were killed in traffic accidents in 2018.

The Council studies causes and consequences of traffic accidents and maintains a comprehensive traffic accident database to help formulate appropriate road safety strategies. Clearly, pedestrians consistently suffer the highest number of fatalities while private cars are the category involved in the highest number of accident.

Contributory factors in 2018

I. Drivers

II. Casualties (Passenger or Pedestrian)

III. Vehicles

IV. Environment