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Hobbs Parade

TASSecondary road0.5 km7 segments
6.0Sports
0.5 kmTotal length
7Segments
73Recorded crashes

Hobbs Parade is a 520 m sealed secondary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 6.8/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.8/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.3/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.6/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
6.8/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 7 segments
Good (6-8)36%Fair (4-6)64%

Sports score IQR: 3.4 - 5.2

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
3.4
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classSecondary road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
5.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 7 segments· 29 years of data
73
Total crashes
1
Fatalities
4
Serious injuries
0
Grey spots
Last 5 years
9
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.586 crashes/km/yrThis road: 5.675Above 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

18%

Based on 29 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/hobbs-parade-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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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 Hobbs Parade?+

Hobbs Parade is approximately 520 m long.

Is Hobbs Parade sealed?+

Yes. Hobbs Parade is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Hobbs Parade good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Hobbs Parade scores 5.8/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Hobbs Parade in a caravan?+

Yes. Hobbs Parade scores 6.8/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Hobbs Parade good for an EV?+

Yes. Hobbs Parade scores 6.3/10 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.