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Macclesfield Road

SASecondary road6.8 km21 segments
8.0Sports
6.8 kmTotal length
21Segments
21Grey spot segments
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Macclesfield Road is a 7 km sealed secondary route in South Australia, Australia. It scores 8.3/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and sports cars and motorcycles and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
8.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.8/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.0/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
8.3/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 21 segments
Excellent (8+)48%Good (6-8)52%

Sports score IQR: 7.5 - 8.5

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
4.0
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
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 21 segments· 10 years of data
21
Grey spots

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

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
800vehicles 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
7.1/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure47%
Night driving risk50%
Wind exposure58%
Sun glare risk84%
Wildlife strike risk13%

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

Segments
Top 21 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#104498976Asphalt0.50 km9.59.59.5#104498971Asphalt0.50 km9.59.59.5#104498974Asphalt0.50 km9.39.39.3#104498973Asphalt0.18 km8.98.99.0#104858419Asphalt0.30 km8.88.88.9#104498970Asphalt0.50 km8.58.48.5#104498977Asphalt0.33 km8.38.38.4#104893426Asphalt0.27 km8.38.38.5#104498969Asphalt0.50 km8.38.38.4#104124191Asphalt0.50 km8.18.08.1#104498972Asphalt0.50 km8.07.88.2#104498975Asphalt0.13 km7.97.78.2#104498968Asphalt0.11 km7.77.58.0#104124192Asphalt0.12 km7.67.48.0#104498967Asphalt0.11 km7.57.38.0#104124195Asphalt0.15 km7.57.37.8#104498966Asphalt0.50 km7.27.07.6#104124193Asphalt0.50 km7.16.97.4#104893427Asphalt0.06 km7.16.87.5#104124194Asphalt0.50 km6.96.77.3#104858418Asphalt0.06 km6.86.67.3
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/macclesfield-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 Macclesfield Road?+

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

Is Macclesfield Road sealed?+

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

Is Macclesfield Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Macclesfield Road scores 7.8/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Macclesfield Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Macclesfield Road scores 8.3/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Macclesfield Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Macclesfield Road scores 8.2/10 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 Macclesfield Road?+

Contour has identified 21 grey spots on Macclesfield 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: 23 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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