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Gilbert Avenue

WAResidential road0.5 km2 segments
6.8Sports
0.5 kmTotal length
2Segments
2Grey spot segments
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Gilbert Avenue is a 1 km sealed residential street in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 7.2/10 for EVs with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.8/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.7/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
3.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Good (6-8)50%Fair (4-6)50%

Sports score IQR: 6.3 - 7.3

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
5.7
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
10.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 2 segments
2
Grey spots

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

Segments
Top 2 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#98694511Paved0.47 km7.97.98.1#98694510Paved0.06 km5.75.66.3
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/gilbert-avenue-waRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Gilbert%20Avenue&state=WASearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of WA'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 Gilbert Avenue?+

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

Is Gilbert Avenue sealed?+

Yes. Gilbert Avenue is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Gilbert Avenue good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Gilbert Avenue scores 6.7/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Gilbert Avenue in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Gilbert Avenue scores 3.0/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Gilbert Avenue good for an EV?+

Yes. Gilbert Avenue scores 7.2/10 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 Gilbert Avenue?+

Contour has identified 2 grey spots on Gilbert Avenue - 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: 23 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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