Edinburgh, United KingdomSpeed Cameras
Speed Cameras
in Edinburgh
Edinburgh's A720 City Bypass is monitored end-to-end by average speed cameras. The city has also rolled out 20 mph enforcement zones across most of its residential areas.
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Speed Camera Locations in Edinburgh
Speed Limit20 – 60 mph
Common Speed Camera Locations
City Bypass (A720)Sheriffhall to Hermiston
Queensferry Road (A90)City Centre to Forth Bridge
Dalkeith Road (A68)Newington to Dalkeith
Gorgie RoadHaymarket to Saughton
Camera Types in Edinburgh
Fixed cameras
Permanent cameras at fixed locations
Mobile cameras
Moved regularly to different locations
Red light cameras
Cameras that detect red light violations
Average speed cameras
Measure your average speed over a distance
Speeding Fines in Edinburgh
| Speed Over Limit | Fine (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Under 10 mph | £100 |
| 10 – 20 mph | £200 |
| 20+ mph | £500 and 6 penalty points |
Fines vary by state and may be higher in school or construction zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The A720 Edinburgh City Bypass is monitored by average speed cameras along its full length — making braking at individual camera points ineffective.
Most Edinburgh residential streets are 20 mph. The city bypass (A720) is 70 mph, and Queensferry Road varies between 40 and 60 mph depending on the section.
Yes. Edinburgh has one of the most extensive 20 mph networks in Scotland, covering most residential areas and the city centre.
Speeding penalties in Scotland follow the same UK sentencing guidelines as England and Wales — £100 fixed penalty and 3 points for Band A, with higher court penalties for more serious offences.
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