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Medbury Crescent

TASResidential road0.3 km2 segments
6.4Sports
0.3 kmTotal length
2Segments
2Grey spot segments
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Medbury Crescent is a 0 km sealed residential street in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 6.8/10 for caravans with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.3/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.6/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.1/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
6.8/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Excellent (8+)50%Fair (4-6)50%

Sports score IQR: 5.5 - 7.2

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
5.3
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classResidential road
3.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
6.5
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Grey spots2 of 2 segments
Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 2 segments· 28 years of data
2
Grey spots
Last 5 years
1
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.578 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.315▼ Below average

Crash record linkage not yet available for TAS. 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

50%

Based on 28 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Segments
Top 2 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108432557Asphalt0.23 km8.18.18.2#108472393Asphalt0.08 km4.74.45.1
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/medbury-crescent-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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Councils & Government

This road is part of TAS'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 Medbury Crescent?+

Medbury Crescent is approximately 0 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Medbury Crescent sealed?+

Yes. Medbury Crescent is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Medbury Crescent good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Medbury Crescent scores 6.3/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Medbury Crescent in a caravan?+

Yes. Medbury Crescent scores 6.8/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Medbury Crescent good for an EV?+

Yes. Medbury Crescent 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.

Are there any dangerous sections on Medbury Crescent?+

Contour has identified 2 grey spots on Medbury Crescent - 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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