Male drivers in Northern Ireland commit significantly more motoring offences than females

Male drivers in Northern Ireland have been found to committ significantly more motoring offences than their female counterparts according to PSNI statistics.

During the 2023/24, male drivers accounted for 82% of all motoring offences in Northern Ireland, with 28,388 incidents reported compared to 6,293 by females.

The most common offence committed by male motorists was driving without insurance, with 4,853 reports of this compared to 1,007 by females. The second most common offence for male drivers was speeding, with 3,516 reports, although this was the most common offence among females with 1,324 incidents reported.

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A freedom of information request by CompareNI found the motoring offences detected by the PSNI by gender and district from June 1, 2024 to November 30, 2024, found how offences compare between the genders in different parts of Northern Ireland.

Commenting on the latest figures, Ian Wilson, car insurance expert and Managing Director at CompareNI.com said: “There was a time when many motorists in Northern Ireland were asking insurers why car insurance here was so expensive, fortunately premiums are starting to drop in price.

“Historically, compensation rates in Northern Ireland were higher than the rest of the UK and serious accident statistics, especially amongst young drivers, were particularly high, driving up premiums across the country.

“Now thanks to a slight fall in the cost of claims and repairs and new legislation reducing the volume of whiplash claims, there is hope that insurance premiums will return to a more affordable cost.

“Insurance offences are now the most committed motoring offence across the country. Those caught driving without adequate insurance can face a fine, penalty points, and even disqualification from driving.

“Points on a licence can also mean a rise in insurance costs, between 5 and 25% depending on the number of points, and create issues when trying to get insurance in the future. If drivers have criminal convictions or a history of cancelled or voided insurance, they may struggle to find an insurer to cover them and if they do, it may be expensive.

“There is help at hand and there are savings to be found when it comes to insurance. By reviewing the type of vehicle, where it’s parked overnight, it’s security features and even when to purchase insurance, drivers can help reduce their costs and find a more competitive price.”

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