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Estate Road

TASUnclassified road4.0 km21 segments
4.0Sports
4.8Safety
4.0 kmTotal length
21Segments
2Recorded crashes
21Grey spot segments
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Estate Road is a 4 km sealed road in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 6.6/10 for 4WDs with straight corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
4.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.3/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.6/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 21 segments
Excellent (8+)9%Good (6-8)30%Fair (4-6)61%

Sports score IQR: 4.0 - 6.5

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed36%Unsealed64%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
2.4
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Grey spots21 of 21 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.
Wildlife strike riskModerate
Average wildlife strike risk based on roadkill density, proximity to waterways and tree canopy cover. Higher at dawn and dusk.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 21 segments· 28 years of data
2
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
21
Grey spots
Last 5 years
1
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.578 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.175▼ Below average

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

50%

Based on 28 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
Wet road exposure79%
Night driving risk78%
Wind exposure63%
Sun glare risk88%
Wildlife strike risk22%

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

Segments
Top 23 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108505993Asphalt0.18 km8.48.48.4#108505996Asphalt0.23 km8.38.28.3#108505994Asphalt0.20 km7.97.78.1#108505995Asphalt0.14 km7.27.07.6#108505998Asphalt0.01 km6.66.37.0#108505999Asphalt0.26 km6.66.36.8#108505997Asphalt0.16 km6.46.16.6#108506000Asphalt0.18 km6.25.96.3#108506001Asphalt0.06 km6.25.96.3#108505992-0.02 km5.65.65.9#108471686-0.02 km5.15.05.1#108471689Unpaved0.10 km4.05.84.0#108471688Unpaved0.07 km4.06.04.0#108471691Unpaved0.01 km4.04.84.0#108471692Unpaved0.17 km4.06.54.0#108447189Unpaved0.51 km4.06.54.0#108447191Unpaved0.33 km4.06.54.0#108447192Unpaved0.33 km4.06.54.0#108471687Unpaved0.41 km4.06.54.0#108447188Unpaved0.10 km4.05.14.0#108447190Unpaved0.01 km4.04.74.0#108471690Unpaved0.23 km4.06.04.0#108471693Unpaved0.29 km4.06.54.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/estate-road-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Estate%20Road&state=TASSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of TAS'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 Estate Road?+

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

Is Estate Road sealed?+

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

Is Estate Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Estate Road scores 6.3/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Estate Road in a caravan?+

With care. Estate Road scores 4.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Are there any dangerous sections on Estate Road?+

Contour has identified 21 grey spots on Estate 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: 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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