Paveys Road

VICUnclassified road1.4 km4 segments

5.4Sports

1.4 kmTotal length

4Segments

4Grey spot segments

Paveys Road is a 1 km unsealed road in Victoria, Australia. It scores 9.1/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for 4WDs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores

5.4/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

8.3/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

9.1/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

8.4/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

1.9/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 4 segments

Fair (4-6)100%

Sports score IQR: 5.4 - 5.4

Surface

Surface coverage

Unsealed100%

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

10.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 4 segments

Grey spots

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

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

6.6/10 safety score - higher is safer

Wet road exposure53%

Night driving risk74%

Wind exposure65%

Sun glare risk69%

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 4 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#109474918Paved0.39 km5.48.39.1 #109474919Paved0.42 km5.48.39.1 #109474917Paved0.36 km5.48.39.1 #115713138Paved0.19 km5.48.39.1

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/paveys-road-vicRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Paveys%20Road&state=VICSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC'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 Paveys Road?+

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

Is Paveys Road sealed?+

No. Paveys Road is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Paveys Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Paveys Road scores 8.3/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Paveys Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Paveys Road scores 1.9/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Paveys Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Paveys Road scores 9.1/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Is Paveys Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Paveys Road scores 8.4/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

Are there any dangerous sections on Paveys Road?+

Contour has identified 4 grey spots on Paveys 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: 22 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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