Midlands Road
Midlands Road is a 261 km sealed primary route in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 6.7/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.
7-day forecast
Sports score IQR: 5.4 - 6.7
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.
Wet road crashes
Crashes that occurred in wet conditions
Night crashes
Crashes that occurred after dark
Based on 5 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.
Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.
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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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Midlands Road is approximately 261 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 4 hours of driving end to end, excluding stops.
Is Midlands Road sealed?+
Yes. Midlands Road is fully sealed for its entire length.
Is Midlands Road good for motorcycles?+
It is passable. Midlands Road scores 5.4/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.
Can I drive Midlands Road in a caravan?+
Yes. Midlands Road scores 6.7/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.
Is Midlands Road good for an EV?+
Yes. Midlands Road scores 6.1/10 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 Midlands Road?+
Contour has identified 667 grey spots on Midlands Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.
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.