Claims data
Devon County Council has a robust system of inspection in place that allows the vast majority of insurance claims we receive to be successfully defended.
Figures on the percentage of claims successfully defended are below:
| Financial year | Vehicle or other damage | Personal injury |
|---|---|---|
| 2016/17 | 90% | 96% |
| 2017/18 | 73% | 89% |
| 2018/19 | 83% | 98% |
The amount of compensation paid out to motorists for vehicle damage claims is listed below:
| Financial year | Compensation amount |
|---|---|
| 2013/14 | £148,932.90 |
| 2014/15 | £26,311.42 |
| 2015/16 | £23,545.54 |
| 2016/17 | £13,493.19 |
| 2017/18 | £34,692.00 |
| 2018/19 | £75,414.00 |
Further information about compensation to motorists can be found here.