Gaunson Crescent

ACTTertiary road0.9 km9 segments

5.5Sports

0.9 kmTotal length

9Segments

14Grey spot segments

Gaunson Crescent is a 1 km sealed tertiary route in the ACT, Australia. It scores 7.0/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores

5.5/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.2/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

7.0/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.4/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

5.9/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 9 segments

Excellent (8+)7%Good (6-8)36%Fair (4-6)29%Poor (<4)29%

Sports score IQR: 3.9 - 6.5

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed100%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

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

Curviness

1.9

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

4.0

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 9 segments· 12 years of data

Grey spots

Last 5 years

Crashes (5yr)

Fatalities (5yr)

ACT avg: 1.397 crashes/km/yrThis road: 1.444Near average

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

When is this road risky?

Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

33%

Based on 12 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Segments

Top 14 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#105154128Asphalt0.20 km8.38.48.5 #105154129Asphalt0.12 km6.96.87.4 #105154125Asphalt0.11 km6.56.47.0 #105154123Asphalt0.08 km6.56.37.0 #105154127Asphalt0.11 km6.46.37.0 #105154124Asphalt0.07 km6.26.16.9 #105154126Asphalt0.04 km5.75.56.2 #105154122Asphalt0.04 km5.35.05.5 #105141893Asphalt0.12 km4.57.08.1 #105154135Asphalt0.13 km4.26.57.7 #105154130Asphalt0.05 km3.85.97.2 #105142360Asphalt0.05 km3.75.77.0 #105182310Asphalt0.05 km3.45.26.5 #105182309Asphalt0.05 km3.35.16.4

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/gaunson-crescent-actRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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Councils & Government

This road is part of ACT'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 Gaunson Crescent?+

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

Is Gaunson Crescent sealed?+

Yes. Gaunson Crescent is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Gaunson Crescent good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Gaunson Crescent scores 6.2/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Gaunson Crescent in a caravan?+

With care. Gaunson Crescent scores 5.9/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Gaunson Crescent good for an EV?+

Yes. Gaunson Crescent scores 7.0/10 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 Gaunson Crescent?+

Contour has identified 14 grey spots on Gaunson Crescent - 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: 22 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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