Philadelphia Traffic Deaths Fell, but Pedestrian Risks PersistPhiladelphia’s Safety Gains Show Why Street Protections MatterPhiladelphia’s Death Decline Needs Proof Before More Enforcement
Philadelphia recorded 89 traffic deaths in 2025, down 26% from 2024, while serious crash injuries rose. The city released its annual Vision Zero report on November 2, 2026.Philadelphia traffic deaths fell 26% in 2025, but serious injuries rose and pedestrians remained disproportionately at risk. The city released its Vision Zero report on November 2, 2026.Philadelphia traffic deaths fell 26% in 2025, while serious injuries increased 4%. The city’s Vision Zero report, released November 2, 2026, calls for more cameras and street changes.