Bike crash hotspots in Santa Clara, CA
124 bike crashes were reported in Santa Clara from 2021–2025, 15 of them serious or fatal (1 fatal). Below are the spots where they keep happening, what usually goes wrong at each one, and what to watch for.
Also: Pedestrian crash hotspots in Santa Clara (113 crashes)
How people on bikes get hit in Santa Clara
- 65% were side-impact crashes at junctions (drivers pulling out or turning across).
- 15% were sideswipes (close passes, right hooks, car doors).
- 24% happened after dark.
- 10% were hit-and-run.
Where bike crashes cluster
Spots with 3 or more reported crashes within about 250 m, worst first.
1. San Tomas Expy & Monroe St
7 crashes · 2 serious or fatalSide-impact crashes at the junction
7 of 7 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
2. Kiely Blvd & Homestead Rd
5 crashes · 2 serious or fatalSide-impact crashes at the junction
5 of 5 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
3. Kiely Blvd & Benton St
5 crashes · 1 serious or fatalSide-impact crashes at the junction
4 of 5 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
4. El Camino Real & San Tomas Expy
4 crashes · 1 serious or fatalClose passes and cars turning alongside
2 of 4 crashes were sideswipes: a vehicle alongside, typically a close pass, a right hook, or an opening car door. Traffic is posted at about 45 mph. 50% were hit-and-run.
- → Ride at least 4 feet from parked cars to stay out of the door zone, and watch for drivers who overtake and then turn right across you.
- → Traffic is fast here. A quieter parallel street is often worth the extra minutes.
5. Brokaw Rd & Coleman Ave
4 crashesSide-impact crashes at the junction
3 of 4 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal. 50% happened after dark.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
- → Use a front and rear light, even on lit streets.
6. San Tomas Expy & Benton St
3 crashesSide-impact crashes at the junction
3 of 3 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal. Traffic is posted at about 45 mph.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
- → Traffic is fast here. A quieter parallel street is often worth the extra minutes.
7. El Camino Real & Flora Vista Ave
3 crashesSide-impact crashes at the junction
2 of 3 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
8. El Camino Real & Halford Ave
3 crashesSide-impact crashes at the junction
2 of 3 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal. 67% happened after dark.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
- → Use a front and rear light, even on lit streets.
9. Benton St & Monroe St
3 crashesClose passes and cars turning alongside
2 of 3 crashes were sideswipes: a vehicle alongside, typically a close pass, a right hook, or an opening car door.
- → Ride at least 4 feet from parked cars to stay out of the door zone, and watch for drivers who overtake and then turn right across you.
Bike crashes in Santa Clara by year
| Year | Crashes | Serious/fatal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 9 | 2 | |
| 2022 | 31 | 6 | |
| 2023 | 30 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 22 | 4 | |
| 2025 | 32 | 2 |
Common questions about Santa Clara
- Where do the most bike crashes happen in Santa Clara?
- The worst spot is San Tomas Expy & Monroe St, with 7 reported bike crashes from 2021–2025, 2 of them serious or fatal. Next are Kiely Blvd & Homestead Rd (5) and Kiely Blvd & Benton St (5).
- How many cyclists were killed in Santa Clara?
- 1 crash killed someone in 124 reported bike crashes in Santa Clara from 2021–2025, and 15 left someone seriously hurt or killed.
- How do cyclists usually get hit in Santa Clara?
- 65% were side-impact crashes at junctions (drivers pulling out or turning across). 15% were sideswipes (close passes, right hooks, car doors). 24% happened after dark. 10% were hit-and-run.
- How many bike crashes happen in Santa Clara each year?
- Reported bike crashes with map locations: 2021: 9, 2022: 31, 2023: 30, 2024: 22, 2025: 32. The latest year can rise as late reports come in.
- Where does this data come from?
- Police crash reports in the California Crash Reporting System (CCRS), published by the state on data.ca.gov. Only crashes reported with map coordinates are counted, so the real totals are higher.
Nearby cities
Source: California Crash Reporting System (CCRS), 2021–2025. Only crashes reported with map coordinates are counted, and many city police reports have none, so these numbers are lower than the real total. Busy streets show more crashes partly because more people use them. Data last rebuilt 2026-09-22. How the data works.