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Jolly Way

SASecondary road9.3 km22 segments
9.0Sports
9.3 kmTotal length
22Segments
7Recorded crashes
16Grey spot segments
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Jolly Way is a 9 km sealed secondary route in South Australia, Australia. It scores 9.0/10 for sports cars with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for motorcycles and caravans and EVs and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
9.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
9.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.9/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.3/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
8.9/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 22 segments
Excellent (8+)77%Good (6-8)23%

Sports score IQR: 8.2 - 9.3

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
8.9
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
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
9.5
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
8.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 22 segments· 10 years of data
7
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
16
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

0%

Based on 10 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Traffic volume
Annual average daily traffic
600vehicles per day (median)

Coverage: 100% of segments have AADT data. Based on traffic count surveys - actual volumes vary by season.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
6.9/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure52%
Night driving risk58%
Wind exposure59%
Sun glare risk86%
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 22 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#104373139Asphalt0.50 km9.49.49.4#104585424Asphalt0.50 km9.49.49.4#104585417Asphalt0.50 km9.49.49.4#104585422Asphalt0.34 km9.49.49.4#104373141Asphalt0.50 km9.29.29.2#104585425Asphalt0.50 km9.29.29.2#104373138Asphalt0.48 km9.29.29.2#104585423Asphalt0.24 km9.19.09.1#104585421Asphalt0.19 km9.08.99.1#104585415Asphalt0.50 km9.09.08.9#104585416Asphalt0.50 km9.09.08.9#104373140Asphalt0.50 km9.09.08.9#104373143Asphalt0.42 km8.78.68.6#104373142Asphalt0.50 km8.78.68.6#104585420Asphalt0.50 km8.48.48.5#104373136Asphalt0.50 km8.28.28.4#104373144Asphalt0.50 km8.28.18.1#104585419Asphalt0.50 km6.96.67.2#104373137Asphalt0.50 km6.86.57.2#104373145Asphalt0.50 km6.86.67.2#104585418Asphalt0.11 km6.46.16.7#104373146Asphalt0.06 km6.46.16.7
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/jolly-way-saRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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Councils & Government

This road is part of SA'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 Jolly Way?+

Jolly Way is approximately 9 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Jolly Way sealed?+

Yes. Jolly Way is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Jolly Way good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Jolly Way scores 9.0/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Jolly Way in a caravan?+

Yes. Jolly Way scores 8.9/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Jolly Way good for an EV?+

Yes. Jolly Way scores 8.9/10 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 Jolly Way?+

Contour has identified 16 grey spots on Jolly Way - 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: 16 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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