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Aldridge Road

QLDResidential road2.4 km6 segments
5.6Sports
6.8Safety
2.4 kmTotal length
6Segments
6Grey spot segments
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Aldridge Road is a 2 km sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 5.8/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
5.6/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.2/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
5.8/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.1/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 6 segments
Good (6-8)17%Fair (4-6)83%

Sports score IQR: 5.5 - 5.9

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed38%Unsealed62%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
0.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classResidential road
3.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
3.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Grey spots6 of 6 segments
Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.
Wet riskElevated
Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.
Night riskPresent
Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.
Wind exposureModerate
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 6 segments
6
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for QLD. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure58%
Night driving risk61%
Wind exposure59%
Sun glare risk31%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Road roughness
NAASRA roughness index - median across segments
2.32IRI m/km

Coverage: 17% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
Top 25 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#96354869Asphalt0.04 km6.15.86.3#96354864Asphalt0.50 km5.95.66.3#96354867Asphalt0.36 km5.75.35.9#96354866Asphalt0.50 km5.55.15.6#96354865Asphalt0.50 km5.55.15.6#96354868Asphalt0.50 km5.55.15.6#97177015Asphalt0.50 km5.07.78.4#97177013Asphalt0.50 km4.66.97.7#97177014Asphalt0.50 km4.56.98.0#97177016Asphalt0.23 km4.46.77.8#97042438Unpaved0.50 km4.06.34.0#97042439Unpaved0.50 km4.05.84.0#97042440Unpaved0.40 km4.06.54.0#97042444Unpaved0.50 km4.06.34.0#97042445Unpaved0.13 km4.04.24.0#97042393Unpaved0.50 km4.04.94.0#97042397Unpaved0.50 km4.06.54.0#97042399Unpaved0.21 km4.05.04.0#97042394Unpaved0.50 km3.43.53.4#97042395Unpaved0.50 km3.03.03.1#97042396Unpaved0.50 km2.62.72.8#96308577Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#96308575Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#96308576Unpaved0.50 km2.45.54.0#97042398Unpaved0.50 km2.42.42.4
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/aldridge-road-qld-2Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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Councils & Government

This road is part of QLD's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.

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Frequently asked questions
How long is Aldridge Road?+

Aldridge Road is approximately 2 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Aldridge Road sealed?+

Yes. Aldridge Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Aldridge Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Aldridge Road scores 5.2/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Aldridge Road in a caravan?+

With care. Aldridge Road scores 4.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Are there any dangerous sections on Aldridge Road?+

Contour has identified 6 grey spots on Aldridge Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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Road data last updated: 24 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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