White walking man symbol painted on road
lives lost
each year
seriously injured
each year¹

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Pedestrians have no protection and are highly likely to be injured if there is a crash.

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Pedestrians cross the road at the traffic lights in city area

Tools & tips

Walking beside or near roads requires particular attention to safety.

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References

¹ Department of Transport and Main Roads (2024). Figures are based on the crashes validated in the Queensland Road Crash Information System from 1 January 2019 – 31 December 2023 for lives lost, and 1 January 2018 – 31 December 2022 for serious injuries. Data extracted May 2024.