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Killingworth Road

VICUnclassified road12.2 km34 segments
3.9Sports
6.9Safety
12.2 kmTotal length
34Segments
1Recorded crashes
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Killingworth Road is a 12 km sealed road in Victoria, Australia. It scores 7.9/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and solid surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.9/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.6/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.3/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 34 segments
Fair (4-6)53%Poor (<4)47%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 5.1

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed59%Unsealed41%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
7.2
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
8.6
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classUnclassified road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
8.4
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskElevated
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 exposureHigh
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.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 34 segments· 13 years of data
1
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

0%

Based on 13 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure60%
Night driving risk71%
Wind exposure64%
Sun glare risk64%
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 35 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#145160549-0.01 km5.55.55.9#144326031Asphalt0.25 km5.38.39.0#144880224Asphalt0.40 km5.38.39.0#144880232Asphalt0.36 km5.38.39.0#144326030Asphalt0.37 km5.38.39.0#144880226Asphalt0.38 km5.38.28.9#144880234Asphalt0.45 km5.28.08.8#144880230Asphalt0.58 km5.17.98.5#144326032Asphalt0.55 km5.17.98.5#144880236Asphalt0.41 km5.17.88.6#144880233Asphalt0.36 km5.07.88.4#144880225Asphalt0.44 km5.07.78.4#144880222Asphalt0.39 km5.07.78.4#144880227Asphalt0.40 km5.07.68.3#144880229Asphalt0.39 km4.87.38.2#144326033Asphalt0.40 km4.56.87.8#144880235Asphalt0.37 km4.06.07.2#144880220Asphalt0.09 km3.95.97.1#144880228Asphalt0.07 km3.95.87.0#144880231Asphalt0.11 km3.75.66.7#144880219Asphalt0.07 km3.75.56.7#144880223Asphalt0.36 km3.75.56.7#144880221Asphalt0.01 km3.44.95.8#144878357Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#144878356Unpaved0.35 km2.46.04.0#144878362Unpaved0.36 km2.46.04.0#144878358Unpaved0.36 km2.46.04.0#144878353Unpaved0.54 km2.46.04.0#144878360Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#144878351Unpaved0.39 km2.46.04.0#144878359Unpaved0.36 km2.46.04.0#144878361Unpaved0.43 km2.46.04.0#144878352Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#144878354Unpaved0.58 km2.46.04.0#144878355Unpaved0.48 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/killingworth-road-vicRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Killingworth%20Road&state=VICSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC'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 Killingworth Road?+

Killingworth Road is approximately 12 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 10 minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Killingworth Road sealed?+

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

Is Killingworth Road good for motorcycles?+

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

Can I drive Killingworth Road in a caravan?+

With care. Killingworth Road scores 4.3/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Killingworth Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Killingworth Road scores 6.6/10 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: 28 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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