Blakney Creek Road South

NSWTertiary road5.1 km11 segments

8.0Sports

7.9Safety

5.1 kmTotal length

11Segments

Blakney Creek Road South is a 5.1 km tertiary route in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 8.3/10 for caravans with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and sports cars and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores

8.0/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

7.9/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

8.1/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

6.9/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

8.3/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 11 segments

Excellent (8+)74%Good (6-8)26%

Sports score IQR: 7.1 - 8.3

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

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

Curviness

7.3

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

7.0

Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.

Road classTertiary road

9.0

Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.

Traffic

9.0

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

6.3

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Wet riskModerate

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 exposureModerate

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

Sun glarePresent

East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

Wet road exposure46%

Night driving risk61%

Wind exposure57%

Sun glare risk75%

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 12 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#143081063Asphalt0.65 km8.68.68.6 #143081068Asphalt0.45 km8.68.68.6 #143081060Asphalt0.63 km8.38.38.4 #143081067Asphalt0.50 km8.38.28.3 #143081062Asphalt0.65 km8.18.08.0 #143081061Asphalt0.50 km8.18.08.1 #143081059Asphalt0.37 km8.07.98.1 #143081064Asphalt0.44 km7.77.67.9 #143081065Asphalt0.50 km7.47.27.4 #143081069Asphalt0.04 km6.56.36.9 #143575991Asphalt0.01 km6.46.27.0 #143081066Asphalt0.36 km6.46.26.8

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

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Councils & Government

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.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Blakney Creek Road South?+

Blakney Creek Road South is approximately 5.1 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Blakney Creek Road South good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Blakney Creek Road South scores 7.9/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Blakney Creek Road South in a caravan?+

Yes. Blakney Creek Road South scores 8.3/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Blakney Creek Road South good for an EV?+

Yes. Blakney Creek Road South 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.

Is Blakney Creek Road South suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Blakney Creek Road South scores 6.9/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

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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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