Compared with the 1994-98 average, the number of people killed or seriously injured in 2004 was 28% lower, the number of childrren killed or seriously injured was 43% lower and the slight casualty rate was 20% lower. Decreases in the numbers of pedestrians and pedal cyclists killed or seriously injured were also found, but the decrease for two-wheeled motor vehicle users was less than anticipated. There were twice the number of male as female child casualties and six-fold more male than female child pedal cyclist casualties. The greatest decrease in pedestrian casualties was among those over 60 years of age. The total cost-benefit value of prevention of road accidents in 2004 was estimated to be £18,004 million, of which £12, 900 million is attributable to personal injury accidents. Non-built-up roads accounted for 24% of accidents but 40% of the cost as accidents were more severe on these roads. For the covering abstract of this reoprt see ITRD E127411.
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