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Cathedral Lane

VICUnclassified road6.8 km19 segments
3.9Sports
6.3Safety
6.8 kmTotal length
19Segments
20Grey spot segments
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Cathedral Lane is a 7 km sealed road in Victoria, Australia. It scores 6.8/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.8/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.5/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 19 segments
Fair (4-6)40%Poor (<4)60%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 4.2

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed53%Unsealed47%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
1.7
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
8.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Grey spots20 of 19 segments
Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.
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.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 19 segments
20
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for VIC. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure58%
Night driving risk63%
Wind exposure60%
Sun glare risk88%
Wildlife strike risk10%

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

Segments
Top 20 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#109602528Asphalt0.46 km5.38.29.0#109602529Asphalt0.32 km5.38.29.0#109335898Asphalt0.23 km5.07.68.5#109335899Asphalt0.54 km4.87.38.0#109335895Asphalt0.41 km4.36.57.4#109335903Asphalt0.02 km4.16.17.4#109335902Asphalt0.06 km4.16.17.4#109602527Asphalt0.10 km4.16.17.4#109335897Asphalt0.42 km4.05.87.0#109335896Asphalt0.50 km4.05.87.0#109335900Asphalt0.35 km3.85.66.6#109335901Asphalt0.18 km3.75.46.3#108895755Unpaved0.56 km2.45.04.0#108895754Unpaved0.50 km2.44.74.0#108895753Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#108895752Unpaved0.30 km2.46.04.0#108895751Unpaved0.40 km2.46.04.0#108895750Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#108895749Unpaved0.43 km2.46.04.0#108895756Unpaved0.02 km2.44.94.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/cathedral-lane-vicRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Cathedral%20Lane&state=VICSearch roads by name

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 Cathedral Lane?+

Cathedral Lane is approximately 7 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Cathedral Lane sealed?+

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

Is Cathedral Lane good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Cathedral Lane scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Cathedral Lane in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Cathedral Lane scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Cathedral Lane good for an EV?+

Yes. Cathedral Lane scores 6.8/10 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 Cathedral Lane?+

Contour has identified 20 grey spots on Cathedral 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: 24 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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