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Perry Barr Road

SAResidential road3.5 km19 segments
5.9Sports
7.6Safety
3.5 kmTotal length
19Segments
12Recorded crashes
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Perry Barr Road is a 3.5 km sealed residential street in South Australia, Australia. It scores 6.5/10 for caravans with straight corners and solid surface.

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Vehicle scores
5.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.9/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
6.5/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 19 segments
Good (6-8)44%Fair (4-6)39%Poor (<4)16%

Sports score IQR: 3.4 - 6.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed67%Unsealed33%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
7.8
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
3.6
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.5
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classResidential road
6.2
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
8.1
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.4
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskModerate
Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.
Night riskPresent
Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.
Wind exposureModerate
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 19 segments· 10 years of data
12
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
0
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

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.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure34%
Night driving risk42%
Wind exposure57%
Sun glare risk100%
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 24 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#140186294Asphalt0.50 km7.87.77.9#139972364Asphalt0.18 km7.67.67.8#139927036Asphalt0.22 km7.67.67.6#139972366Asphalt0.12 km7.47.37.8#140058009Asphalt0.10 km6.86.77.3#139902134-0.17 km6.46.86.4#139902130-0.17 km6.46.76.3#140186295Asphalt0.09 km6.25.96.6#139972365Asphalt0.04 km6.05.86.4#140058010Asphalt0.48 km5.85.66.4#139927037Asphalt0.13 km5.75.56.2#140058011Asphalt0.31 km5.35.15.7#139927039Asphalt0.08 km5.35.15.9#139927038Asphalt0.05 km5.14.95.4#139902131-0.15 km4.44.64.7#139902129-0.12 km4.34.54.5#139902133-0.22 km3.83.93.8#139902132-0.13 km3.53.63.9#139902128-0.21 km3.33.43.7#140058015Asphalt0.03 km3.34.86.2#139972368Asphalt0.02 km3.14.56.1#139865221-0.02 km3.13.13.2#139972369Asphalt0.03 km2.84.05.0#139972367Asphalt0.03 km2.84.05.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
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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 Perry Barr Road?+

Perry Barr Road is approximately 3.5 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Perry Barr Road sealed?+

Yes. Perry Barr Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Perry Barr Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Perry Barr Road scores 5.9/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Perry Barr Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Perry Barr Road scores 6.5/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Perry Barr Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Perry Barr Road scores 6.2/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

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Road data last updated: 28 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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