Atherton Road
Atherton Road is a 1 km sealed residential street in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 8.1/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and motorcycles.
7-day forecast
Sports score IQR: 6.6 - 8.0
Crash record linkage not yet available for NSW. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.
Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.
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This road is part of NSW'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.
Enquire about council data access →How long is Atherton Road?+
Atherton Road is approximately 1 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.
Is Atherton Road sealed?+
Yes. Atherton Road is fully sealed for its entire length.
Is Atherton Road good for motorcycles?+
Yes. Atherton Road scores 7.8/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.
Can I drive Atherton Road in a caravan?+
Not recommended. Atherton Road scores 3.0/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.
Is Atherton Road good for an EV?+
Yes. Atherton Road scores 8.1/10 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 Atherton Road?+
Contour has identified 3 grey spots on Atherton Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.
Road data last updated: 21 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.