In 2023, Romania and Poland led Europe in the share of pedestrian fatalities, with Romania showing a slight increase and Poland a notable decline. Other countries like France and Spain also saw marginal increases, while Germany, Czech Republic, and Ireland experienced significant reductions. Belgium and Austria emerged with positive increases, opposite to substantial downtrends in Norway and Finland. Malta showed the largest year-on-year increase. Over five years, countries like Luxembourg and Estonia show strong growth, whereas Norway and Finland have seen decreasing trends in pedestrian fatalities.
Looking ahead, the decline in fatality shares across many European countries could continue, driven by advances in vehicle safety technology, infrastructure improvements, and heightened public awareness campaigns. Attention should be paid to countries like Malta and Cyprus, which are experiencing unusual trends, and to the potential impact of new legislation aimed at pedestrian safety.
Top countries in Pedestrians Killed in Road Accidents Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 14.81 | 2023 | +2.49% | +0.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 13.42 | 2023 | -4.79% | -4.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.43 | 2023 | +3.44% | -2.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10.17 | 2023 | +3.66% | +0.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 9.03 | 2023 | -1.83% | -1.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 8.35 | 2023 | +8.49% | +0.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 7.17 | 2023 | -4.76% | -6.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 2.91 | 2023 | +4.55% | -3.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2.89 | 2023 | +1.48% | -3.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 2.53 | 2023 | +7.14% | -0.49% | View data |
