Lower Hermitage Road

SAUnclassified road7.2 km19 segments

5.3Sports

7.2 kmTotal length

19Segments

6Recorded crashes

14Grey spot segments

Lower Hermitage Road is a 7 km sealed road in South Australia, Australia. It scores 8.9/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for 4WDs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores

5.3/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

8.1/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

8.9/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

8.2/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

5.5/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 19 segments

Fair (4-6)89%Poor (<4)11%

Sports score IQR: 5.1 - 5.3

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

10.0

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

9.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 19 segments· 10 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

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

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

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.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

6.7/10 safety score - higher is safer

Wet road exposure52%

Night driving risk74%

Wind exposure64%

Sun glare risk46%

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 19 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#104272761Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1 #104272751Asphalt0.29 km5.48.39.1 #104272744Asphalt0.50 km5.38.39.0 #104272757Asphalt0.40 km5.38.39.0 #104272436Asphalt0.50 km5.38.39.0 #104272750Asphalt0.42 km5.38.39.0 #104272753Asphalt0.50 km5.38.29.0 #104272746Asphalt0.50 km5.38.28.9 #104272435Asphalt0.43 km5.38.18.9 #104272439Asphalt0.28 km5.28.08.8 #104272740Asphalt0.50 km5.17.98.5 #104272738Asphalt0.50 km5.17.98.5 #104272748Asphalt0.41 km5.17.98.5 #104272742Asphalt0.50 km4.97.68.3 #104272759Asphalt0.50 km4.97.58.3 #104272755Asphalt0.19 km4.77.28.1 #104272438Asphalt0.22 km4.67.18.1 #104272440Asphalt0.05 km3.75.56.7 #104272437Asphalt0.02 km3.44.95.8

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/lower-hermitage-road-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 Lower Hermitage Road?+

Lower Hermitage Road is approximately 7 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Lower Hermitage Road sealed?+

Yes. Lower Hermitage Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Lower Hermitage Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Lower Hermitage Road scores 8.1/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Lower Hermitage Road in a caravan?+

With care. Lower Hermitage Road scores 5.5/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Lower Hermitage Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Lower Hermitage Road 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 Lower Hermitage Road?+

Contour has identified 14 grey spots on Lower Hermitage 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: 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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