Australian Speeding Fine Calculator

Enter your details below to calculate the exact fine, demerit points, and licence impact for a speeding offence in any Australian state or territory.

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Understanding Your Fine

How Fines Are Calculated

Speeding fines in Australia are determined by how far over the speed limit you were travelling. Each state and territory sets its own fine schedule with different brackets (e.g. 1-10 km/h over, 10-20 km/h over, etc.). The fine amount and demerit points increase with each bracket. School zone offences carry higher penalties across all states.

Speed Camera Tolerance

Most speed cameras apply a small tolerance (typically 2-3 km/h below 100 km/h and 3 km/h above) to account for equipment accuracy. The speed on your penalty notice is the recorded speed after this tolerance has been applied. Tolerance levels vary between states and are not always officially published.

Licence Impact

Every speeding offence adds demerit points to your driving record. Exceed your licence threshold and your licence will be suspended or cancelled. Learner and provisional licence holders have significantly lower thresholds than full licence holders, so even a minor offence can have serious consequences.

Double Demerit Periods

Three states — New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia — enforce double demerit periods during public holidays and school holidays. During these times, the demerit points for all speeding offences are doubled. The fine amount itself does not change, but the increased points make it far easier to reach your licence threshold.

Tick the “Double demerit period” checkbox in the calculator above to see the impact on your demerit points. This option is only available for states that enforce double demerits.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this speeding fine calculator?
This calculator uses official fine schedules published by each state and territory transport authority. Results are estimates based on the current published rates and may not account for all individual circumstances, recent changes, or court-imposed penalties.
What does 'speed recorded' mean?
The speed recorded is the speed shown on the camera or radar device before any tolerance is applied. Most speed cameras apply a small tolerance (typically 2-3 km/h) to account for equipment accuracy, so the recorded speed on your fine may already have this tolerance deducted.
How do demerit points work in Australia?
Each speeding offence carries a set number of demerit points. These accumulate on your licence over a rolling period (usually 3 years). If you exceed your licence type's threshold, your licence may be suspended or cancelled. Thresholds vary by licence type: learners and P1 holders typically have lower thresholds than full licence holders.
What happens during double demerit periods?
In NSW, Queensland and Western Australia, demerit points are doubled during designated holiday periods (such as long weekends, school holidays and Christmas). This means a 3-point offence becomes 6 points, making it much easier to exceed your threshold. Double demerits do not affect the fine amount — only the points.
Are school zone fines higher than normal fines?
Yes, all Australian states impose significantly higher fines and demerit points for speeding in school zones. School zones typically operate with a 40 km/h speed limit during school hours (usually 8:00-9:30 am and 2:30-4:00 pm on school days). Penalties can be double or more compared to the same offence on a normal road.
Can I lose my licence from a single speeding offence?
Yes, particularly if you hold a learner or provisional licence. For example, in NSW a learner driver has a 4-point threshold — a single offence of 10-20 km/h over (3 points) combined with any existing points could result in suspension. Excessive speed offences (typically 30+ km/h over) can also result in immediate licence suspension regardless of your demerit point balance.

Data sourced from Australian government transport agencies and OpenStreetMap.