Motorists across the West Midlands are being alerted to the region's most notorious roads for speed camera enforcement, as new figures reveal the top ten locations where drivers were most frequently caught exceeding the limit. Marked police vans, which conduct regular patrols to tackle dangerous driving, have been particularly active on these routes, often catching unsuspecting drivers by surprise.
A4041 Newton Road Tops the List
The data, covering the period up to November of the last year, identifies the A4041 Newton Road, heading towards West Bromwich, as the undisputed hotspot for speeding offences. On this stretch alone, speed camera vans recorded a staggering 941 vehicles breaking the speed limit, highlighting significant concerns over driver behaviour in this area.
Other Key Offence Locations
While the list focuses specifically on Black Country boroughs, it includes several roads familiar to residents on the edges of Birmingham. Notably, the A34 Birmingham Road, near the Scott Arms junction, saw 866 speeding tickets issued, making it the second most enforced location. This underscores the widespread nature of speeding issues across the region's road network.
Full Breakdown of Top Ten Offences
The detailed ranking of roads with the highest number of offences recorded by speed camera vans is as follows:
- A4041 Newton Road at Pear Tree Drive towards West Bromwich - 941 offences
- A34 Birmingham Road opposite Pages Lane towards Birmingham - 866 offences
- A41 Black Country New Road at Swan Island towards Birmingham - 680 offences
- A41 Black Country New Road between Patent Shaft Roundabout and Moxley Junction - 631 offences
- A4041 Newton Road at Wigmore Lane towards Scott Arms - 613 offences
- A41 Black Country New Road at George Henry Road - 553 offences
- A449 Kidderminster Road between Foundry Road and Swindon Road, Wall Heath - 421 offences
- Sandyfields Road between Oakleigh Drive and Chaucer Avenue, West Bromwich - 414 offences
- A458 Windmill Hill towards Lye - 409 offences
- Reedswood Way between Bloxwich Lane and Reedswood Park Road - 409 offences
Implications for Road Safety
The consistent presence of speed camera vans on these roads reflects ongoing police efforts to improve safety and deter reckless driving. Authorities emphasise that these patrols are unpredictable, with vans appearing on any road at any time, aiming to encourage compliance with speed limits year-round. Residents and commuters are urged to remain vigilant and adhere to posted limits to avoid penalties and enhance community safety.
