The analysis of recent data from the Department of Transport reveals significant disparities in driving penalties across UK postal areas. Halifax leads with the highest percentage of penalized drivers at 11.6%, followed by Huddersfield (10.5%) and Leeds (10.4%).

The Department for Transport's February 2025 data shows that despite the UK having the world's sixth safest roads, many drivers continue to accumulate penalty points for violations including speeding, using mobile phones while driving, and dangerous driving.

Best and Worst Driving Areas:

Worst Areas (% of drivers with penalty points):

• Halifax: 11.6%
• Huddersfield: 10.5%
• Leeds: 10.4%

Best Areas (% of drivers with penalty points):

• Outer Hebrides: 3.9%
• Galashiels: 4.4%
• Canterbury: 4.7%

Notable Regional Patterns:

• South West (TR, PL, and EX postcodes) shows higher violation rates compared to similar rural areas
• Scotland demonstrates consistently lower percentages of penalized drivers
• Tourist-heavy regions show varying rates of infractions

These findings highlight regional differences in driving behavior and enforcement, providing valuable insights for policymakers and road safety organizations to develop targeted improvement strategies.

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