Pedestrian crash hotspots in Paso Robles, CA
48 pedestrian crashes were reported in Paso Robles from 2021–2025, 12 of them serious or fatal (3 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 Paso Robles (32 crashes)
How people on foot get hit in Paso Robles
- 35% involved a driver turning, 29% turning left.
- 54% of the people hit were in a crosswalk at an intersection.
- 25% were crossing away from a crosswalk.
- 42% happened after dark.
Where pedestrian crashes cluster
Spots with 3 or more reported crashes within about 250 m, worst first.
1. 12th St & Spring 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. 50% 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. Spring St & 30th St
3 crashes · 1 serious or fatalDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 2 of 3 crashes a driver was turning left. 2 of 3 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. 24th St & Spring St
3 crashes · 1 serious or fatalA mix of crash types
- → No single crash pattern stands out here. Cross with the signal, and check for turning drivers before you step out.
4. 13th St & Pine St
4 crashesA mix of crash types
Of 4 people hit here, 3 were in a crosswalk at the intersection. 50% happened after dark.
- → No single crash pattern stands out here. Cross with the signal, and check for turning drivers before you step out.
- → Wear something light or reflective, and cross where the street is lit.
5. Spring St & 10th St
3 crashesDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 2 of 3 crashes a driver was turning left. 3 of 3 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.
6. 6th St & Spring St
3 crashesDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 3 of 3 crashes a driver was turning left. 3 of 3 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.
Pedestrian crashes in Paso Robles by year
| Year | Crashes | Serious/fatal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 16 | 4 | |
| 2022 | 7 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 10 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 4 | 1 | |
| 2025 | 11 | 4 |
Common questions about Paso Robles
- Where do the most pedestrian crashes happen in Paso Robles?
- The worst spot is 12th St & Spring St, with 4 reported pedestrian crashes from 2021–2025, 1 of them serious or fatal. Next are Spring St & 30th St (3) and 24th St & Spring St (3).
- How many pedestrians were killed in Paso Robles?
- 3 crashes killed someone in 48 reported pedestrian crashes in Paso Robles from 2021–2025, and 12 left someone seriously hurt or killed.
- How do pedestrians usually get hit in Paso Robles?
- 35% involved a driver turning, 29% turning left. 54% of the people hit were in a crosswalk at an intersection. 25% were crossing away from a crosswalk. 42% happened after dark.
- How many pedestrian crashes happen in Paso Robles each year?
- Reported pedestrian crashes with map locations: 2021: 16, 2022: 7, 2023: 10, 2024: 4, 2025: 11. 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.