Approximately 1/3 of collisions are within 1 mile of your home & 2/3 are within 5 miles.

Why do you think this is?

You can be familiar with your own and surrounding area.

This may give you a false sense of confidence.

This can lead to people being careless and less risk averse.

You may know the area well and “it is always quiet”.

Here we are in a parking area near Thrapston which is 15-16 miles from our home in Orton Goldhay.

I stop here when coming from the west and then sleep for 20 minutes, this is too short for deep sleep.

It gives me more energy, it allows me to focus more.

It also serves as a time of reflection and to wind down a bit.

When I set off home I am going to pay more attention and I aim to be awake enough to be able to easily drive further than home.