These three speed cameras in the Valencia region issue the most fines

by portret van Else BeekmanElse Beekman
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The roads around Valencia have become a nightmare for motorists who fail to adhere to speed limits. According to data from the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT), three speed cameras in the Valencia region are among the most punitive in Spain.

The regional newspaper Las Provincias reports that these speed cameras have issued numerous fines over the past few years, drawing the attention of both drivers and traffic authorities.

Top speed camera on the A-7

The speed camera on the A-7, near the Fuente del Jarro industrial estate and La Cañada, ranks third in Spain for the number of fines issued. In 2022, this camera sanctioned 50,387 vehicles, averaging 140 fines per day. This busy road has an average traffic intensity of 122,068 vehicles per day, contributing to the high number of violations.

Other significant speed cameras

In addition to the camera on the A-7, there are two other major speed cameras in the Valencia region. The camera on the V-31, also known as the Pista de Silla, near Beniparrell, ranks 17th nationally with 29,916 fines issued. This road is the main southern approach to Valencia, with an average daily traffic intensity of 116,544 vehicles. The third notable speed camera is on the AP-7 near southern Sagunto, which caught 25,278 violators.

Impact of speeding violations

The DGT highlights that two-thirds of fines on interurban roads are directly related to speeding. Additionally, speed is a risk factor in nearly 20% of accidents involving casualties. Fines for speeding range from €100 for minor offences to €600 for serious offences. Violations can also result in the loss of points on the driver’s licence, especially for exceeding the speed limit by more than 30 km/h. Exceeding the limit by more than 50 km/h risks licence suspension.

New DGT plan

In July 2024, the DGT launched a new plan to reduce traffic accidents. This includes the acquisition of 95 new speed control points for Spanish roads. The Valencia region will receive 11 new devices, including six fixed and five average speed cameras. These are currently being installed and are expected to be operational by mid-August, bringing the total number of speed cameras in the region to 90: 78 fixed and 12 average speed cameras.

Provincial distribution of new cameras

In Alicante province, four fixed cameras are being installed. Castellón will get one new average speed camera, and Valencia will see four average speed cameras and two fixed cameras. According to the DGT, 80% of the cameras are being installed on conventional roads, spaced more than ten kilometres apart and located on the most dangerous stretches. These measures aim to improve traffic safety and reduce the high accident rates in and around Valencia.

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