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Northbrook Parkway

QLDSecondary road14.4 km33 segments31;9
8.8Sports
14.4 kmTotal length
33Segments
128Recorded crashes
11Grey spot segments
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Northbrook Parkway is a 14 km sealed secondary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 8.8/10 for sports cars with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for motorcycles and EVs and caravans and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
8.8/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
8.7/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.7/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.0/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
8.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 33 segments
Excellent (8+)80%Good (6-8)15%Fair (4-6)5%

Sports score IQR: 8.6 - 9.0

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
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
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 33 segments· 24 years of data
128
Total crashes
7
Fatalities
98
Serious injuries
11
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

2%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

4%

Based on 24 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
6.8/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure52%
Night driving risk61%
Wind exposure58%
Sun glare risk83%
Wildlife strike risk12%

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

Road roughness
NAASRA roughness index - median across segments
2.58IRI m/km

Coverage: 100% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
Top 40 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#96900445Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96900448Asphalt0.38 km9.39.29.3#96723285Paved0.35 km9.29.19.2#96723293Paved0.50 km9.29.19.2#96900446Asphalt0.50 km9.29.19.2#96085834Paved0.50 km9.29.19.2#96900447Asphalt0.50 km9.29.19.2#96723292Paved0.41 km9.29.19.2#96723290Paved0.50 km9.08.98.9#96085835Paved0.50 km8.98.88.9#96900452Asphalt0.50 km8.98.88.9#96900484Asphalt0.38 km8.98.88.9#96900454Asphalt0.50 km8.98.88.9#96900450Asphalt0.50 km8.98.88.9#96900453Asphalt0.50 km8.98.88.9#96900455Asphalt0.50 km8.98.88.9#96900451Asphalt0.42 km8.98.88.9#96723297Paved0.26 km8.88.78.9#96723284Paved0.50 km8.88.78.7#96723301Paved0.50 km8.88.78.7#96723291Paved0.25 km8.88.78.7#96723288Paved0.50 km8.88.78.7#96723289Paved0.50 km8.88.78.7#96723296Paved0.50 km8.88.78.7#96723287Paved0.50 km8.88.78.7#96723286Paved0.50 km8.88.78.7#96723300Paved0.50 km8.78.68.7#96085837Paved0.50 km8.68.68.5#96085838Paved0.42 km8.68.58.4#96900441Asphalt0.15 km8.68.58.6#96085836Paved0.50 km8.48.38.4#96723294Paved0.18 km8.38.28.5#96723302Paved0.23 km7.57.27.4#96723283Paved0.04 km6.56.27.1#96723298Paved0.03 km6.36.06.8#96900449Paved0.04 km6.25.96.7#96900443Asphalt0.04 km6.25.96.7#96723299Paved0.06 km6.15.76.3#96900486Asphalt0.06 km6.05.76.6#96723295Paved0.06 km6.05.56.1
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/northbrook-parkway-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Northbrook%20Parkway&state=QLDSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of QLD'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 Northbrook Parkway?+

Northbrook Parkway is approximately 14 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Northbrook Parkway sealed?+

Yes. Northbrook Parkway is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Northbrook Parkway good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Northbrook Parkway scores 8.7/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Northbrook Parkway in a caravan?+

Yes. Northbrook Parkway scores 8.4/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Northbrook Parkway good for an EV?+

Yes. Northbrook Parkway scores 8.7/10 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 Northbrook Parkway?+

Contour has identified 11 grey spots on Northbrook Parkway - 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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