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Francis Lane

VICResidential road0.2 km2 segments
6.2Sports
6.3Safety
0.2 kmTotal length
2Segments
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Francis Lane is a 190 m sealed residential street in Victoria, Australia. It scores 6.5/10 for EVs with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.1/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.5/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.0/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Good (6-8)100%

Sports score IQR: 6.2 - 6.2

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed2%Unsealed98%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
5.2
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
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 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.
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 13 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 exposure61%
Night driving risk51%
Wind exposure58%
Sun glare risk84%
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 23 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#144107206Asphalt0.13 km6.36.16.5#144107207Asphalt0.06 km6.26.16.5#144788947-0.10 km4.24.34.6#144519420Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#144519421Unpaved0.46 km2.44.24.0#144519408Unpaved0.61 km2.46.04.0#144519415Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0#144519413Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#144519410Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0#144519412Unpaved0.36 km2.43.84.0#144519414Unpaved0.40 km2.44.34.0#144519409Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#144519417Unpaved0.49 km2.44.24.0#144519407Unpaved0.47 km2.46.04.0#144519411Unpaved0.64 km2.44.24.0#144519406Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0#144519418Unpaved0.43 km2.44.94.0#144519416Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#144677324Unpaved0.04 km2.44.44.0#144407477Unpaved0.44 km2.44.04.0#144677325Unpaved0.32 km2.45.64.0#144407476Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#144519419Unpaved0.39 km2.44.54.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/francis-lane-vic-2Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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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 Francis Lane?+

Francis Lane is approximately 190 m long.

Is Francis Lane sealed?+

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

Is Francis Lane good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Francis Lane scores 6.1/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Francis Lane in a caravan?+

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

Is Francis Lane good for an EV?+

Yes. Francis Lane 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: 26 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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