Pedestrian crash hotspots in Napa, CA
83 pedestrian crashes were reported in Napa from 2021–2025, 15 of them serious or fatal (2 fatal). Below are the spots where they keep happening, what usually goes wrong at each one, and what to watch for.
Also: Bike crash hotspots in Napa (66 crashes)
How people on foot get hit in Napa
- 46% involved a driver turning, 27% turning left.
- 52% of the people hit were in a crosswalk at an intersection.
- 19% were crossing away from a crosswalk.
- 40% happened after dark.
Where pedestrian crashes cluster
Spots with 3 or more reported crashes within about 250 m, worst first.
1. Main St & Pearl St
7 crashesDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 6 of 7 crashes a driver was turning left. 5 of 7 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them. 57% happened after dark.
- → Before you step out, look for drivers turning left from the far side of the junction. They are watching for a gap in oncoming traffic, not for you.
- → Wear something light or reflective, and cross where the street is lit.
2. Jefferson St & Clay St
4 crashes · 1 serious or fatalDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 2 of 4 crashes a driver was turning left. 3 of 4 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them.
- → Before you step out, look for drivers turning left from the far side of the junction. They are watching for a gap in oncoming traffic, not for you.
3. Trancas St & California Blvd
5 crashesDrivers turning right into people crossing
In 2 of 5 crashes a driver was turning right. 3 of 5 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them. 40% happened after dark.
- → Watch for drivers turning right, including on a red light. They look left for traffic and often miss people on their right, so make eye contact before you step out.
- → Wear something light or reflective, and cross where the street is lit.
4. Imola Ave & Gasser Dr
3 crashes · 1 serious or fatalA mix of crash types
Of 3 people hit here, 2 were in a crosswalk at the intersection.
- → No single crash pattern stands out here. Cross with the signal, and check for turning drivers before you step out.
5. 1st St & Main St
3 crashesDrivers turning right into people crossing
In 2 of 3 crashes a driver was turning right. 2 of 3 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them. 67% happened after dark.
- → Watch for drivers turning right, including on a red light. They look left for traffic and often miss people on their right, so make eye contact before you step out.
- → Wear something light or reflective, and cross where the street is lit.
Pedestrian crashes in Napa by year
| Year | Crashes | Serious/fatal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | |
| 2023 | 29 | 5 | |
| 2024 | 23 | 1 | |
| 2025 | 26 | 5 |
Common questions about Napa
- Where do the most pedestrian crashes happen in Napa?
- The worst spot is Main St & Pearl St, with 7 reported pedestrian crashes from 2021–2025. Next are Jefferson St & Clay St (4) and Trancas St & California Blvd (5).
- How many pedestrians were killed in Napa?
- 2 crashes killed someone in 83 reported pedestrian crashes in Napa from 2021–2025, and 15 left someone seriously hurt or killed.
- How do pedestrians usually get hit in Napa?
- 46% involved a driver turning, 27% turning left. 52% of the people hit were in a crosswalk at an intersection. 19% were crossing away from a crosswalk. 40% happened after dark.
- How many pedestrian crashes happen in Napa each year?
- Reported pedestrian crashes with map locations: 2021: 0, 2022: 5, 2023: 29, 2024: 23, 2025: 26. 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. Crashes on freeways are left out. Busy streets show more crashes partly because more people use them. Data last rebuilt 2026-09-23. How the data works.