Benjamin Close

VICResidential road0.2 km6 segments

6.2Sports

0.2 kmTotal length

6Segments

Benjamin Close is a 220 m sealed residential street in Victoria, Australia. It scores 6.6/10 for caravans with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores

6.2/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.0/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

6.5/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

4.9/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

6.6/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 6 segments

Good (6-8)55%Fair (4-6)45%

Sports score IQR: 4.4 - 5.2

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

5.1

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

6.6

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Segments

Top 6 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#144206655Paved0.12 km7.17.07.2 #144206654Paved0.06 km5.35.15.8 #144206657Paved0.02 km4.94.75.5 #144206659Paved0.01 km4.54.34.9 #144206656Paved0.00 km4.44.14.7 #144206658Paved0.00 km4.34.14.7

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

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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 Benjamin Close?+

Benjamin Close is approximately 220 m long.

Is Benjamin Close sealed?+

Yes. Benjamin Close is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Benjamin Close good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Benjamin Close scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Benjamin Close in a caravan?+

Yes. Benjamin Close scores 6.6/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Benjamin Close good for an EV?+

Yes. Benjamin Close scores 6.5/10 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: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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