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Howards Road

NSWResidential road1.7 km4 segments
4.0Sports
7.9Safety
1.7 kmTotal length
4Segments
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Howards Road is a 1.7 km sealed residential street in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 7.2/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
4.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.4/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.2/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 4 segments
Fair (4-6)100%

Sports score IQR: 4.0 - 4.0

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed48%Unsealed53%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
9.4
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
8.2
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskModerate
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.
Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure40%
Night driving risk56%
Wind exposure52%
Sun glare risk77%
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 50 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#143653946Asphalt0.64 km8.68.68.5#143653947Asphalt0.65 km8.68.68.5#143653948Asphalt0.31 km8.68.68.5#143653949Asphalt0.10 km6.15.86.5#143923281Asphalt0.54 km5.48.39.1#143734967Asphalt0.48 km5.48.39.1#143734968Asphalt0.36 km5.38.39.0#143923283Asphalt0.18 km5.17.98.5#143923282Asphalt0.18 km5.17.98.5#143321106Paved0.50 km5.07.78.3#143321110Paved0.50 km5.07.78.3#143321089Paved0.42 km5.07.68.2#143734969Asphalt0.37 km4.87.38.1#143579278Paved0.50 km4.67.17.7#143321112Paved0.20 km4.36.57.5#143158772Unpaved0.44 km4.06.54.0#143158774Unpaved0.56 km4.06.34.0#143158773Unpaved0.48 km4.06.34.0#143158775Unpaved0.18 km4.06.34.0#143321088Paved0.65 km4.06.06.5#143734970Asphalt0.14 km4.06.07.0#143321107Paved0.37 km3.85.66.5#143321109Paved0.62 km3.75.56.4#143780721Asphalt0.04 km3.75.46.2#143579277Paved0.02 km3.65.36.5#144038361Paved0.05 km3.65.36.3#143321101Paved0.50 km3.55.16.1#143321108Paved0.37 km3.55.16.1#143321105Paved0.33 km3.55.16.0#143321097Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321090Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321104Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321093Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321098Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321099Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321095Paved0.19 km3.44.95.8#143321094Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143579279Paved0.51 km3.44.95.8#143321111Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321103Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143579280Paved0.01 km3.44.95.8#143321087Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321096Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321091Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321092Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321102Paved0.50 km3.44.95.8#143321100Paved0.51 km3.44.95.8#143709946Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#143709947Unpaved0.38 km2.46.04.0#143319902Unpaved0.36 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/howards-road-nsw-4Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Howards%20Road&state=NSWSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of NSW'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 Howards Road?+

Howards Road is approximately 1.7 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Howards Road sealed?+

Yes. Howards Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Howards Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Howards Road scores 6.4/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Howards Road in a caravan?+

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

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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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