New safety standard for cargo bikes

7 February 2025

Transport for London (TfL) have developed new safety standards for cargo bikes and their operators.

The London Safety Standard for Cargo Bikes  has been developed by to encourage good conduct and set out safety expectations for the cargo bike use London. The standard adopts best practice, setting out what is needed to support ongoing safe cargo bike operations in London.

The new safety standard identifies 19 principal risks associated with cargo bikes, operators and riders, including dangerous delivery locations, vehicle maintenance and blind spots caused by bike structure. 

It also provides 21 mandatory requirements for cargo bike riders and operators to mitigate against these risks, including cycling and parking conduct, and rider training.