New data from TfL has revealed a 43 per cent increase in cycling journeys since 2019. TfL is continuing to work closely with London’s boroughs to invest in high-quality infrastructure that allows more people to walk and cycle more often, including via journeys that connect to public transport. 

Published in TfL’s annual Travel in London report, the new data shows that the number of daily cycle journeys increased in 2025 to an estimated 1.5 million per day, up by 12.7 per cent from 1.33 million in 2024. The growth was strongest in inner London, with a 14.8 per cent increase between 2024 and 2025 (from 650,000 to 747,000 cycle journey stages). Central London saw a 12.8 per cent increase (from 187,000 to 211,000) and outer London increased by 9.9 per cent (from 490,000 to 538,000).

Working with London boroughs, TfL has increased the length of the strategic cycle network from 90km in 2016 to over 431km in 2025, a seven per cent increase from 2024. In 2024/25 TfL launched 17 new Cycleways routes and since September 2025, 29 per cent of Londoners now live within 400 metres of the cycle network [5]. It is estimated that around a third of all cycling in London takes place on TfL Cycleways despite the network accounting for 2.5 per cent of all cyclable roads.

London’s Walking and Cycling Commissioner, Will Norman, said:

“As we continue to expand London’s cycle network, the number of daily bike trips is soaring. Cycling has increased by 43 per cent since 2019 to 1,500,000 trips every day, with the vast majority of people feeling safe when using our Cycleways. There’s no doubt that London is fast becoming a cycling city. Of course, there is more to do. The Mayor and I will keep working closely with TfL and the boroughs, investing in more high-quality routes to enable even more people to walk and cycle, building a better, greener London for all.” 

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