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Heather Drive

QLDResidential road0.5 km2 segments
6.9Sports
0.5 kmTotal length
2Segments
2Recorded crashes
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Heather Drive is a 460 m sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.1/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.9/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.1/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Good (6-8)100%

Sports score IQR: 6.5 - 7.2

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
7.7
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 2 segments· 24 years of data
2
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
0
Grey spots

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 24 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 2 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#142150788Paved0.24 km7.67.67.6#142150789Paved0.21 km6.26.16.5
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
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Councils & Government

This road is part of QLD'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 Heather Drive?+

Heather Drive is approximately 460 m long.

Is Heather Drive sealed?+

Yes. Heather Drive is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Heather Drive good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Heather Drive scores 6.9/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Heather Drive in a caravan?+

Yes. Heather Drive scores 7.0/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Heather Drive good for an EV?+

Yes. Heather Drive scores 7.1/10 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: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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