Environmental Risk Factors for Railway Suicide: A Nationwide Analysis of England’s Mainline Network (2019–2021)

Key Points

• Restricting access to high-speed trains could enhance suicide prevention efforts in urban areas, especially smaller stations.
• The availability of non-stopping train services significantly influences railway suicide rates in England over the study period.
• Environmental risk factors like urbanicity impact suicide risks, indicating a need for targeted interventions in these locations.
• Partnership approaches and broader strategies are essential for effective prevention measures against railway suicide.