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Bradbury Road

SATertiary road4.0 km16 segments
4.9Sports
4.0 kmTotal length
16Segments
5Recorded crashes
14Grey spot segments

Bradbury Road is a 4 km sealed tertiary route in South Australia, Australia. It scores 8.4/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for motorcycles and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
4.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.6/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.4/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.5/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 16 segments
Fair (4-6)63%Poor (<4)38%

Sports score IQR: 3.8 - 5.1

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed90%Unsealed11%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
7.0
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
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 16 segments· 10 years of data
5
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
14
Grey spots

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

0%

Based on 10 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
6.7/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure50%
Night driving risk65%
Wind exposure63%
Sun glare risk82%
Wildlife strike risk14%

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/bradbury-road-saRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Bradbury%20Road&state=SASearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of SA'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 Bradbury Road?+

Bradbury Road is approximately 4 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Bradbury Road sealed?+

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

Is Bradbury Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Bradbury Road scores 7.6/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Bradbury Road in a caravan?+

With care. Bradbury Road scores 5.5/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Bradbury Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Bradbury Road scores 8.4/10 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 Bradbury Road?+

Contour has identified 14 grey spots on Bradbury Road - 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.