Helsinki, Finland, has recorded zero traffic accident fatalities in the past twelve months, making it one of the largest cities to achieve this milestone. The city previously recorded four traffic fatalities in 2024 leading up to July, resulting in a low fatality rate of 0.59 per 100,000 inhabitants. Key measures contributing to this success include reducing speed limits to 30 kilometers per hour on many streets and specific areas around schools. Helsinki aims for zero traffic fatalities by 2050, guided by the EU's 'Vision Zero' initiative and an ongoing Traffic Safety Development Programme.
Zero deaths from traffic accidents in Helsinki over the last 12 months makes it one of the largest cities to achieve this milestone, following Oslo's similar accomplishment.
Helsinki’s last traffic fatality occurred in July 2024, with a recorded fatality rate of 0.59 per 100,000 inhabitants, significantly lower than Berlin and London.
Reducing speed limits to 30 kilometers per hour on more than half of Helsinki’s streets is a key factor contributing to the city’s traffic safety success.
Helsinki aims for zero traffic fatalities by 2050, aligning with the EU's 'Vision Zero' program, focusing on improved infrastructure and safety measures for vulnerable road users.
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