Cardiff, United Kingdom
Speed Cameras in Cardiff
Wales introduced a default 20 mph limit on restricted roads in 2023. Cardiff's cameras now enforce these limits across hundreds of roads.
Speed camera locations in Cardiff
Use camera information alongside posted signs, junctions, roadworks and changing conditions.
Speed or average speed
Red light
Speed and red light
Cameras in Cardiff
Approximate totals from the app's camera database, across the whole city.
Common speed-camera locations
Where enforcement is concentrated. Camera sites change, so posted signs always come first.
A48 Eastern AvenueCity Centre to Pontprennau
M4 MotorwayJunction 29 to Junction 33
Western Avenue (A48(M))Pontcanna to Junction 29
Newport Road (A4161)City Centre to Rumney
Camera types in Cardiff
01
Always in place
Fixed cameras
Permanent cameras at fixed locations
02
Flexible location
Mobile cameras
Moved regularly to different locations
03
Junction safety
Red light cameras
Detect red-light violations at junctions
04
Zone monitoring
Average speed cameras
Measure average speed over a distance
Speeding fines
| Level | Typical outcome | Licence impact |
|---|---|---|
| Standard fixed penalty | From £100 | Usually 3 points |
| Higher recorded speed | Income-based fine | Court bands may apply |
| Serious offence | Court decision | Disqualification possible |
Amounts and thresholds can change. Check current official guidance for the relevant police force or court.
Frequently asked questions
What speed cameras are used in Cardiff?
Cardiff uses a mix of fixed, mobile, red-light and average-speed enforcement. The exact mix varies by road and can change.
What is the speed limit around Cardiff?
Limits vary by street and road type. The urban reference shown above is 20 mph default; always follow the posted sign.
Can a camera issue a fine without a roadside stop?
Yes. Camera-detected offences can be issued to the registered vehicle owner without a roadside stop, subject to local procedure.
Learn more
UK penalties
Speeding Fines in the UK: A Clear Guide
Understand the usual starting point for fines, points and the steps that may follow an offence.
Road insights
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Learn which road environments are more likely to use fixed, mobile and average-speed enforcement.
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