How many speed cameras are there in New Zealand?

There are currently 103 fixed speed camera locations across New Zealand. This includes 61 spot speed cameras (59%), 36 red light cameras (35%), and 6 average speed cameras (6%). Auckland has the most cameras with 74 locations, representing 72% of all fixed cameras nationwide.

Where does this speed camera data come from?

All speed camera location data is sourced directly from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (NZTA), the official government agency responsible for road safety in New Zealand. The data is provided under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 licence.

How often is the camera data updated?

The speed camera data is automatically updated daily from the official NZTA source to ensure accuracy and completeness. New cameras are added and removed cameras are updated promptly.

What types of speed cameras are shown on the map?

The map shows three types of cameras: Spot Speed cameras (61 locations) measure your instantaneous speed at a single point. Red Light cameras (36 locations) detect vehicles running red lights and often also measure speed. Average Speed cameras (6 locations) calculate your average speed between two points.

Is this map free to use?

Yes, NZ Speed Camera Map is completely free to use. No registration, account creation, or payment is required. The site is ad-free and works on all devices.

What is the fine for speeding in New Zealand?

Safety camera fines range from $30 for 1-10 km/h over the limit, $80 for 11-15 km/h, $120 for 16-20 km/h, $170 for 21-25 km/h, $230 for 26-30 km/h, $300 for 31-35 km/h, $400 for 36-40 km/h, $510 for 41-45 km/h, and $630 for 46-50 km/h over. Exceeding 50 km/h over the limit results in a court appearance. Red light camera fines are $150. See the official fee schedule at nzta.govt.nz/safety/driving-safely/safety-cameras/about-safety-camera-notices/safety-camera-notices-and-penalties

Do speed camera fines come with demerit points?

No, NZTA does not issue demerit points for safety camera infringements. This is a key difference from being stopped by a Police officer, where demerit points do apply. Camera fines are financial penalties only. However, demerit points are assigned if you are stopped by Police—10 points for up to 10 km/h over, 20 for 10-20 km/h, 35 for 20-30 km/h, 40 for 30-35 km/h, and 50 for over 35 km/h. See nzta.govt.nz/driver-licences/driving-offences-and-penalties/demerit-points for details.

What happens if I speed more than 40 km/h over the limit?

Speeding by more than 40 km/h over the limit can result in a 28-day licence suspension in addition to the fine. If you exceed 50 km/h over the limit, your case goes to court and you may face charges of careless, dangerous or reckless driving with more severe penalties. These apply whether caught by camera or by Police.

Do speed cameras work at night?

Yes, all fixed speed cameras in New Zealand operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including at night. They use infrared technology to capture images in low light conditions.

Can tourists get speed camera fines in New Zealand?

Yes, international visitors can receive speed camera fines in New Zealand. Fines are typically sent to the rental car company, who will charge your credit card and pass on any associated fees. Unpaid fines may affect future visa applications.

How do I pay a speed camera fine in NZ?

Speed camera fines (called safety camera notices) are issued by NZTA and can be paid online at safetycamera.nzta.govt.nz. If you don't pay by the due date on the reminder notice, it's sent to the Ministry of Justice who add $55 to the original fee.

Where are the most speed cameras in New Zealand?

Auckland has by far the most speed cameras with 74 fixed locations, representing 72% of all cameras in New Zealand. Wellington and Waikato each have 7 cameras, followed by Canterbury and Otago with 4 each.

Are there mobile speed cameras in New Zealand?

Yes, NZTA operates mobile safety cameras in SUVs and trailers throughout the country in addition to the 103 fixed cameras shown on this map. NZ Police also conduct speed enforcement separately. Mobile camera locations are not published in advance.

What speed triggers a camera in New Zealand?

Speed cameras in New Zealand have a tolerance threshold, but the exact tolerance is not publicly disclosed. The safest approach is to always drive at or below the posted speed limit.

How accurate are NZ speed cameras?

Speed cameras in New Zealand are highly accurate and regularly calibrated. They must hold a valid certificate of accuracy issued under NZTA requirements. The Measurement Standards Laboratory of New Zealand (MSLNZ) has calculated the measurement uncertainty at approximately 0.5 km/h.

Can I dispute a speed camera fine in NZ?

Yes, you can dispute a safety camera notice. NZTA provides an online process at safetycamera.nzta.govt.nz where you can nominate another driver, request a review, or apply for a court hearing. Common grounds include not being the driver or requesting a hearing to present mitigating circumstances.

How long do demerit points last in New Zealand?

Demerit points in New Zealand remain on your record for 2 years from the date of the offence. Accumulating 100 or more demerit points within 2 years results in a 3-month licence suspension. Remember: camera-detected offences don't add demerit points—only officer-issued tickets do. See nzta.govt.nz/driver-licences/driving-offences-and-penalties/demerit-points for details.

How many new speed cameras are coming in 2026?

NZTA is rolling out 17 new average speed camera locations across New Zealand through 2026, with the first at Matakana Road, Warkworth becoming operational in December 2025. Locations include Dairy Flat, Whitford Road, Pokeno, Upper Hutt, Te Hauke, and Tekapo-Twizel. The current plan is to expand the network to around 200 cameras by 2027.

What are average speed camera corridors?

Average speed camera corridors use two cameras placed kilometres apart on a stretch of road. Camera A records when you enter the corridor and Camera B records when you leave. The system calculates your average speed over the distance. If your average exceeds the speed limit, an infringement notice is issued. Unlike spot speed cameras, you cannot defeat them by braking at the camera.

What is the current speed camera tolerance in NZ?

NZTA applies a tolerance to speed camera enforcement, but the exact threshold is not publicly disclosed. For the new average speed cameras, tolerances are understood to be tighter than those historically used for fixed cameras. The safest approach is to always drive at or below the speed limit.

Is this data guaranteed to be accurate?

This website is an independent project and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency or the New Zealand Government. While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all camera locations are current or complete. Always follow posted speed limits and road rules regardless of camera presence.

Speed Camera Locations in Auckland - Complete 2026 Guide

2 January 202611 min readBy Bradley Windybank

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Auckland is New Zealand's largest city, home to 1.7 million people and the country's most extensive network of fixed safety cameras. With 70 cameras spread across the region (spot speed cameras, red light cameras, and the country's first average speed cameras), Auckland accounts for the majority of New Zealand's fixed camera infrastructure. This guide covers every camera area, the latest 2026 additions, and what Auckland drivers need to know.

Auckland Road Safety Statistics#

Auckland's roads carry more traffic than any other region in the country. According to Auckland Transport and the Ministry of Transport, the region accounts for roughly 31% of all crashes in New Zealand by volume. But when adjusted for population, Auckland is actually one of the safer regions, with a death rate of approximately 1.8 per 100,000 people.

In 2024, 36 people died on Auckland's roads, down from 47 in 2023. Pedestrian deaths in 2024 were the lowest in at least 40 years across the region. These improvements have been attributed in part to speed cameras, safer road design, and increased enforcement.

Between 2017 and 2021, there were 13 deaths and 95 serious injury crashes in Auckland as a result of red light running alone. Intersection crashes remain one of the largest sources of death and serious injury on Auckland roads, which is why the city has such a dense network of red light cameras.

Camera Types in Auckland#

Auckland operates all three types of fixed safety cameras used in New Zealand.

Spot Speed Cameras (35 in Auckland)#

These measure your instantaneous speed at a single point. If you exceed the speed limit when passing the camera, you'll receive an infringement notice. Auckland's spot speed cameras are positioned on state highways, arterial roads, and high-risk suburban streets.

Red Light Cameras (33 in Auckland)#

Located at major intersections throughout the city, these detect vehicles that enter an intersection after the signal has turned red. Many of Auckland's red light cameras also function as speed cameras, meaning you can be fined for running a red light, speeding through the intersection, or both. A red light infringement carries a $150 fine.

Average Speed Cameras (2 in Auckland, expanding rapidly)#

Auckland is home to New Zealand's first average speed camera installation on Matakana Road in Warkworth, which began operating in December 2025. These cameras calculate your average speed between two points. When the Matakana Road cameras were activated, compliance jumped dramatically. More than 99% of drivers followed the speed limit, up from just 88% before installation. That's a pretty striking result.

Auckland's New Average Speed Camera Sites in 2026#

Four new sets of average speed cameras are being installed in the Auckland region during early 2026:

Kahikatea Flat Road, Dairy Flat (operational from March 2026)
Pine Valley Road, Dairy Flat (expected April 2026)
Whitford Road, East Auckland (expected April 2026)
SH2 between Pokeno and Mangatawhiri (expected April 2026)

These sites were selected based on crash patterns, traffic volumes, and the proportion of drivers exceeding the speed limit. NZTA has also announced that mobile average speed units will begin trialling in mid-2026, covering 10-kilometre patrol zones.

Looking further ahead, 2027 is expected to see average speed camera expansion to motorways and school zones.

View All Auckland Cameras#

Use our interactive map to see all Auckland speed camera locations. You can filter by camera type and search for specific streets or suburbs.

Area-by-Area Camera Guide#

North Shore and Hibiscus Coast#

The North Shore has cameras focused on the major arterial routes:

Albany: Red light cameras at Albany Expressway and Mercari Way, and at Dairy Flat Highway and Oteha Valley Road
Glenfield: Red light camera at Glenfield Road and Kaipatiki Road
Takapuna: Red light camera at Esmonde Road and Fred Thomas Drive
Red Beach: Red light camera at Hibiscus Coast Highway and Millwater Parkway
Windsor Park: Red light camera at East Coast Road and Constellation Drive
East Coast Road, Redvale: Spot speed camera on this busy route north

Central Auckland#

Central Auckland has a mix of red light and spot speed cameras:

Auckland CBD: Red light cameras at Newton Road/Symonds Street, Union Street/Nelson Street, and Hobson Street/Cook Street
Grey Lynn: Spot speed camera on Great North Road, and a red light camera at Ponsonby Road and Karangahape Road
Parnell: Spot speed camera on Tamaki Drive
Orakei: Spot speed camera on Ngapipi Road
Remuera: Red light camera at Green Lane East and Ascot Avenue
Sandringham: Red light camera at Balmoral Road and Sandringham Road
Ellerslie: Red light camera at Main Highway and Great South Road

West Auckland#

West Auckland cameras line the main corridors:

Henderson: Spot speed camera on Great North Road, red light camera at Lincoln Road and Pomaria Road
Henderson Valley: Spot speed camera on Candia Road
Te Atatu South: Red light camera at Te Atatu Road and McLeod Road
Glen Eden: Spot speed camera on West Coast Road
New Lynn: Spot speed cameras on Great North Road and Rata Street
Avondale: Red light camera at New North Road and Blockhouse Bay Road
Waitakere: Spot speed camera on Waitakere Road
Kumeu: Spot speed camera on Old North Road

South Auckland#

South Auckland has the highest concentration of red light cameras in the region, reflecting the area's complex intersection network:

Manukau City: Red light cameras at five locations including Lambie Drive and Manukau Station Road, Wiri Station Road and Lambie Drive, and multiple Great South Road intersections
Papatoetoe: Red light cameras at Cavendish Drive/Lambie Drive, Princes Street/Church Street, and Great South Road/East Tamaki Road
Otara: Red light cameras at East Tamaki Road/Bairds Road and East Tamaki Road/Otara Road
Mangere East: Red light camera at Buckland Road and Massey Road
Otahuhu: Spot speed camera on Great South Road

East Auckland#

Bucklands Beach: Red light camera at Pakuranga Road and Aviemore Drive
Half Moon Bay: Red light camera at Pakuranga Road and Pidgeon Mountain Road
Golflands/Botany: Red light cameras at Ti Rakau Drive/Te Irirangi Drive and Botany Road/Ti Rakau Drive
East Tamaki: Red light camera at Te Irirangi Drive and Smales Road
Flat Bush: Red light camera at Te Irirangi Drive and Accent Drive

Rural South Auckland#

Ardmore: Spot speed camera on Papakura-Clevedon Road
Bombay: Spot speed camera on Mill Road
Karaka: Spot speed camera on Linwood Road
Waiuku: Two spot speed cameras on Waiuku Road
Glenbrook: Spot speed cameras on Glenbrook-Waiuku Road and Glenbrook Road
Patumahoe: Spot speed camera on Ostrich Road
Kingseat: Spot speed camera on McKenzie Road

Waterview Tunnel#

The Waterview Tunnel, which carries SH20 traffic beneath the Manukau Harbour, has three spot speed cameras enforcing the 80 km/h speed limit inside the tunnel. These cameras cover both directions of travel. The confined space and tunnel environment make speeding here particularly dangerous, and the cameras operate 24/7.

North of Auckland#

Warkworth: New Zealand's first average speed cameras on Matakana Road (two cameras forming the measurement zone)
Wellsford: Spot speed camera on State Highway 1
Dome Valley: Spot speed camera on State Highway 1
Coatesville: Spot speed camera on the Coatesville-Riverhead Highway
Dairy Flat: Two spot speed cameras on Dairy Flat Highway, with average speed cameras being added in 2026

Commuter Route Camera Awareness#

SH1: Southern and Northern Motorways#

SH1 is Auckland's primary north-south corridor. The motorway itself doesn't have extensive fixed speed camera coverage, but cameras are positioned on connecting arterial roads and at key interchanges. The Dome Valley and Wellsford cameras catch northbound traffic heading to Northland. Ramp signals at several on-ramps (including Greenlane, Khyber Pass Road, Grafton Road, and Mount Wellington) regulate merging traffic and reduce crash risk during peak hours.

SH16: Northwestern Motorway#

The Northwestern Motorway connects the CBD to West Auckland via the Spaghetti Junction interchange. Cameras are positioned on connecting roads through Henderson and Grey Lynn rather than on the motorway itself. The Central Motorway Junction (the multi-level stack interchange linking SH1 to SH16) is one of the most complex interchanges in the country and demands careful lane management.

SH20: Southwestern Motorway and Waterview Tunnel#

SH20 has the most prominent motorway speed camera presence in Auckland, with three cameras inside the Waterview Tunnel. The 80 km/h speed limit through the tunnel is strictly enforced.

SH18: Upper Harbour Motorway#

SH18 connects SH1 at Albany to SH16 at Westgate. While it has limited fixed camera coverage, the route is monitored by traffic cameras and variable speed signs.

Auckland's Unique Driving Challenges#

Congestion#

Auckland consistently ranks as one of the most congested cities in Australasia. I've driven in Auckland during "March Madness" and can confirm it's rough. Congestion jumps by over 6% during peak periods as schools return and normal work patterns resume. The Southern Motorway carries over 110,000 vehicles per day in both directions between SH20 and Hill Road.

Complex Interchanges#

Auckland's motorway network features several complex interchanges that can catch unfamiliar drivers off guard. The Central Motorway Junction (Spaghetti Junction) requires advance lane selection, and incorrect positioning can land you on entirely the wrong motorway. Plan your route and lane changes well in advance.

Merging#

Merging behaviour on Auckland's motorways is a major contributor to congestion and crashes. Ramp signals help regulate flow at busy on-ramps, but understanding the zipper merge (where vehicles alternate one-by-one) is essential for safe motorway driving in Auckland.

How Auckland Compares to Other NZ Cities#

Auckland's 70 cameras represent roughly 71% of New Zealand's total fixed camera network of 99 cameras. By comparison, Wellington has 7 cameras and Canterbury has 4. That concentration reflects Auckland's larger population, higher traffic volumes, and more complex intersection network. Auckland's red light camera programme is far more extensive than any other region, with 33 red light cameras compared to just 1 in Wellington and 2 in Canterbury.

The expansion of average speed cameras in 2026 will begin to change this distribution, as new installations are planned across multiple regions. But Auckland will remain the most camera-dense region for the foreseeable future.

School Zone Cameras#

As of mid-2026, all streets outside schools in urban areas are required to have 30 km/h variable speed limits during school hours. Dedicated school zone cameras haven't yet been widely deployed in Auckland, but they're part of NZTA's planned expansion for 2027. For now, enforcement in school zones relies primarily on police patrols, and the infrastructure for fixed cameras is being developed.

Variable speed signs outside Auckland schools display the 30 km/h limit during school start and finish times. These signs are legally enforceable, and fines apply just as they would for any other posted speed limit.

Tips for Auckland Drivers#

Stay aware of intersections: Auckland's red light camera network is extensive, and many cameras also check speed. Failing to give way at intersections is one of the largest causes of death and serious injury on Auckland roads
Mind the tunnel: The Waterview Tunnel's 80 km/h limit is strictly enforced with three cameras
Check our map before commuting: Camera locations are publicly listed for transparency. Use our interactive map to plan your route
Watch for new cameras: The average speed camera network is expanding rapidly throughout 2026
Follow limits: Cameras exist to reduce crashes and save lives. Auckland's 2024 road death toll was the lowest in years

This content has been fact-checked against official sources but may contain inaccuracies. This is general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Data updated weekly from Waka Kotahi NZTA.

Sources#

Bradley Windybank

Software engineer and data analyst with an interest in speed camera enforcement, crash statistics, and road safety policy since 2024.

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Speed Camera Locations in Auckland - Complete 2026 Guide

Auckland Road Safety Statistics#

Camera Types in Auckland#

Spot Speed Cameras (35 in Auckland)#

Red Light Cameras (33 in Auckland)#

Average Speed Cameras (2 in Auckland, expanding rapidly)#

Auckland's New Average Speed Camera Sites in 2026#

View All Auckland Cameras#

Area-by-Area Camera Guide#

North Shore and Hibiscus Coast#

Central Auckland#

West Auckland#

South Auckland#

East Auckland#

Rural South Auckland#

Waterview Tunnel#

North of Auckland#

Commuter Route Camera Awareness#

SH1: Southern and Northern Motorways#

SH16: Northwestern Motorway#

SH20: Southwestern Motorway and Waterview Tunnel#

SH18: Upper Harbour Motorway#

Auckland's Unique Driving Challenges#

Congestion#

Complex Interchanges#

Merging#

How Auckland Compares to Other NZ Cities#

School Zone Cameras#

Tips for Auckland Drivers#

Sources#

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Auckland Road Safety Statistics#

Camera Types in Auckland#

Spot Speed Cameras (35 in Auckland)#

Red Light Cameras (33 in Auckland)#

Average Speed Cameras (2 in Auckland, expanding rapidly)#

Auckland's New Average Speed Camera Sites in 2026#

View All Auckland Cameras#

Area-by-Area Camera Guide#

North Shore and Hibiscus Coast#

Central Auckland#

West Auckland#

South Auckland#

East Auckland#

Rural South Auckland#

Waterview Tunnel#

North of Auckland#

Commuter Route Camera Awareness#

SH1: Southern and Northern Motorways#

SH16: Northwestern Motorway#

SH20: Southwestern Motorway and Waterview Tunnel#

SH18: Upper Harbour Motorway#

Auckland's Unique Driving Challenges#

Congestion#

Complex Interchanges#

Merging#

How Auckland Compares to Other NZ Cities#

School Zone Cameras#

Tips for Auckland Drivers#

Related Resources#

Sources#

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