Appel Crescent

ACTResidential road1.3 km4 segments

6.9Sports

1.3 kmTotal length

4Segments

1Recorded crashes

3Grey spot segments

Appel Crescent is a 1 km sealed residential street in the ACT, Australia. It scores 7.2/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for caravans.

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Vehicle scores

6.9/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.9/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

7.2/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.8/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

7.1/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 4 segments

Excellent (8+)50%Fair (4-6)50%

Sports score IQR: 5.6 - 8.1

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed100%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

6.8

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

4.0

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

9.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Grey spots3 of 4 segments

Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 4 segments· 12 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

Grey spots

Last 5 years

Crashes (5yr)

Fatalities (5yr)

ACT avg: 1.381 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.525▼ Below average

Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.

When is this road risky?

Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

100%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

Based on 12 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Segments

Top 4 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#105142700Asphalt0.48 km8.18.18.2 #105142701Asphalt0.65 km8.18.18.2 #105142703Asphalt0.11 km5.85.66.2 #105142702Asphalt0.03 km5.14.95.9

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/appel-crescent-actRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Appel%20Crescent&state=ACTSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of ACT'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 Appel Crescent?+

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

Is Appel Crescent sealed?+

Yes. Appel Crescent is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Appel Crescent good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Appel Crescent scores 6.9/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Appel Crescent in a caravan?+

Yes. Appel Crescent scores 7.1/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Appel Crescent good for an EV?+

Yes. Appel Crescent scores 7.2/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Are there any dangerous sections on Appel Crescent?+

Contour has identified 3 grey spots on Appel Crescent - 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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