Balconies Road

VICUnclassified road0.7 km4 segments

5.3Sports

7.8Safety

0.7 kmTotal length

4Segments

Balconies Road is a 690 m sealed road in Victoria, Australia. It scores 9.0/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for 4WDs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores

5.3/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

8.2/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

9.0/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

8.3/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

5.8/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 4 segments

Fair (4-6)96%Poor (<4)4%

Sports score IQR: 3.7 - 5.4

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

9.6

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

7.0

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

9.8

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

8.9

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

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 exposureHigh

Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

Wet road exposure53%

Night driving risk76%

Wind exposure65%

Sun glare risk16%

Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments

Top 4 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#144124744Asphalt0.55 km5.48.49.1 #144124745Asphalt0.11 km5.38.39.0 #144124747Asphalt0.01 km3.75.46.6 #144124746Asphalt0.01 km3.75.46.6

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/balconies-road-vicRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC'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 Balconies Road?+

Balconies Road is approximately 690 m long.

Is Balconies Road sealed?+

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

Is Balconies Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Balconies Road scores 8.2/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Balconies Road in a caravan?+

With care. Balconies Road scores 5.8/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Balconies Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Balconies Road scores 9.0/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

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Road data last updated: 28 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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