Speeding by up to 9 km/h in Western Australia: Demerit Points & Fine (2026-27)
Infringement, 2026-27 schedule
WA Road Safety Commission / Department of Transport (2026-27) · 2026-27 schedule- Double demerits: Yes — points double during WA holiday double-demerit periods
How this penalty compares
- $100 is the lowest of 14 on-the-spot fines in WA's schedule.
- At 5 km/h over the limit, WA ranks 8th highest of 8 states, from WA ($100) to ACT ($394).
- Speeding by 10–19 km/h costs $200, $100 more than this band, with 2 demerit points instead of 0.
| Offence | Points | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| NSW: Speeding by 10 km/h or less | 1 | $149 |
| VIC: Speeding by less than 10 km/h | 1 | $261 |
| QLD: Speeding by less than 11 km/h | 1 | $345 |
| WA: Speeding by up to 9 km/h | 0 | $100 |
| SA: Speeding by less than 10 km/h | 2 | $215 |
| TAS: Speeding by less than 10 km/h | 2 | $106.50 |
| ACT: Speeding by up to 15 km/h | 1 | $394 |
| NT: Speeding by up to 15 km/h | 1 | $150 |
Compare speeding across states →
Speeding is measured as the margin by which a vehicle's speed exceeds the posted limit for the road, and penalties are arranged in bands: the further over the limit, the higher the band and the heavier the consequence. Most jurisdictions increase both the fine and the demerit points as the bands climb, and at the upper end the response can move beyond points to an immediate or automatic loss of licence.
Enforcement comes from a mix of sources. Fixed and mobile speed cameras handle much of the detection and issue notices based on the registered operator of the vehicle, while police using radar or following vehicles can stop a driver at the roadside. Point-to-point cameras measure average speed over a stretch of road rather than at a single spot, which is aimed at sustained speeding rather than a brief lapse.
Penalties escalate with the band because the risk of harm rises sharply the faster a vehicle is travelling, both in the likelihood of a crash and in its severity. Newer and restricted drivers often work to lower points thresholds than fully licensed drivers, so the same offence can carry a driver closer to suspension. The exact bands, points and fines differ by state and territory, which is where the schedules above come in.
All WA speeding penalties
| Offence | Points | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Speeding by up to 9 km/h | 0 | $100 |
| Speeding by 10–19 km/h | 2 | $200 |
| Speeding by 20–29 km/h | 3 | $400 |
| Speeding by 30–40 km/h | 6 | $800 |
| Speeding by more than 40 km/h | 7 | $1,200 |
Frequently asked questions
- What happens if I'm caught — speeding by up to 9 km/h in WA?
- The standard penalty is 0 demerit points and a $100 fine.
- How close does this put me to suspension in WA?
- 12 points within 3 years (full licence). This offence adds 0 points to your record.
Standard first-offence penalty for a full-licence holder unless noted. Information, not legal advice — if your licence is at stake, get legal advice.