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Bakers Lane

TASUnclassified road3.2 km8 segments
4.6Sports
3.2 kmTotal length
8Segments
4Recorded crashes
5Grey spot segments

Bakers Lane is a 3 km sealed road in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 7.9/10 for EVs with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
4.6/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.9/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 8 segments
Fair (4-6)63%Poor (<4)38%

Sports score IQR: 4.0 - 5.0

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
4.3
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classUnclassified road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 8 segments· 28 years of data
4
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
5
Grey spots
Last 5 years
1
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.113Below 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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

33%

Based on 28 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
6.8/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure47%
Night driving risk63%
Wind exposure60%
Sun glare risk87%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/bakers-lane-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Bakers%20Lane&state=TASSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of TAS'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 Bakers Lane?+

Bakers Lane is approximately 3 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Bakers Lane sealed?+

Yes. Bakers Lane is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Bakers Lane good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Bakers Lane scores 7.0/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Bakers Lane in a caravan?+

With care. Bakers Lane scores 5.4/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Bakers Lane good for an EV?+

Yes. Bakers Lane scores 7.9/10 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 Bakers Lane?+

Contour has identified 5 grey spots on Bakers Lane - 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: 16 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.