How many people were injured in Melbourne's e-scooter trial?

Over 500 injuries were reported in Melbourne's e-scooter trial involving hired scooters from Lime and Neuron between February 2022 and August 2026.

Why did the City of Melbourne cancel its e-scooter contract?

The City of Melbourne cancelled its contract because e-scooters were creating 'havoc' on CBD footpaths, leading to numerous injuries and safety concerns.

What are the safety concerns regarding e-scooters in Melbourne?

Concerns include unsafe riding, abandoned scooters blocking footpaths, and a significant number of injuries to both riders and pedestrians, with some requiring extensive medical treatment.

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Melbourne E-Scooter Trial: 500+ Injuries Reported

24 Jan

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Summary

Over 500 injuries reported in Melbourne's e-scooter trial.
17 serious injuries and one life-threatening case occurred.
Pedestrians accounted for 37 of the reported injuries.

Melbourne E-Scooter Trial: 500+ Injuries Reported

Melbourne's extensive two-and-a-half-year e-scooter trial concluded abruptly in August 2026, following reports of over 500 injuries. Data revealed 17 serious injuries and one life-threatening incident involving hired scooters from Lime and Neuron. Pedestrians were also impacted, sustaining 37 injuries from collisions with riders.

The City of Melbourne cancelled its contract, with the Lord Mayor stating scooters caused 'havoc' on CBD footpaths. While the state government legalized hire and private e-scooters in July 2026, it withheld injury data until a freedom-of-information request revealed the extent of incidents. Lime and Neuron received 558 injury reports between February 2022 and August 2026 across three council areas.

Despite these figures, Lime and Neuron maintain their scooters are a safe transport option, citing 9.4 million trips with a 99.994% safety rate. However, individual cases, like Julia Miller's, highlight long-lasting harm. Lawyers also point to insurance gaps for injured third parties, advocating for mandatory TAC registration for e-scooters.