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Kuringup Road

WASecondary road16.5 km38 segments
3.9Sports
16.5 kmTotal length
38Segments
38Grey spot segments

Kuringup Road is a 16 km sealed secondary route in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 4.0/10 for EVs with straight corners and fair surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
3.8/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
3.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 38 segments
Fair (4-6)13%Poor (<4)87%

Sports score IQR: 3.7 - 3.9

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed13%Unsealed87%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
5.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
0.0
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
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 38 segments
38
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for WA. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
7.7/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure42%
Night driving risk29%
Wind exposure45%
Sun glare risk95%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/kuringup-road-waRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Kuringup%20Road&state=WASearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of WA'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 Kuringup Road?+

Kuringup Road is approximately 16 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Kuringup Road sealed?+

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

Is Kuringup Road good for motorcycles?+

Not really. Kuringup Road scores 3.8/10 for motorcycles. Look for higher-rated alternatives nearby.

Can I drive Kuringup Road in a caravan?+

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

Are there any dangerous sections on Kuringup Road?+

Contour has identified 38 grey spots on Kuringup Road - 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: 22 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.