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Richards Road

WAUnclassified road17.8 km37 segments
2.2Sports
6.7Safety
17.8 kmTotal length
37Segments
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Richards Road is a 18 km sealed road in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 4.7/10 for 4WDs with straight corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
3.7/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
3.8/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.5/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 37 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.2 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed12%Unsealed88%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
0.8
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.4
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
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskElevated
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.
Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure53%
Night driving risk49%
Wind exposure54%
Sun glare risk27%
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 71 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#141341602Paved0.30 km6.86.86.8#141841348Paved0.60 km5.68.79.5#141644592Asphalt0.28 km5.35.15.5#141644591Asphalt0.28 km5.35.15.5#141921690Asphalt0.32 km5.17.98.5#141921689Asphalt0.41 km5.07.78.4#141921688Asphalt0.50 km4.67.17.8#141644590Asphalt0.65 km4.54.34.9#141891005Asphalt0.03 km4.34.14.7#141545150Gravel0.41 km4.04.24.0#141753920Gravel0.21 km4.05.34.0#141921687Asphalt0.40 km4.06.16.5#141545149Gravel0.50 km3.43.43.6#141841350Paved0.02 km3.44.95.8#141841349Paved0.02 km3.44.95.8#141545144Gravel0.50 km3.23.23.4#141545148Gravel0.50 km3.23.23.4#141545146Gravel0.38 km3.23.23.4#141545145Gravel0.50 km3.23.23.4#141545147Gravel0.50 km3.23.23.4#141322037Unpaved0.10 km2.45.04.0#141688571Unpaved0.30 km2.45.24.0#141322030Unpaved0.50 km2.45.54.0#141547719Unpaved0.51 km2.46.04.0#141322036Unpaved0.45 km2.46.04.0#141322035Unpaved0.39 km2.46.04.0#141322034Unpaved0.43 km2.46.04.0#141322033Unpaved0.38 km2.46.04.0#141322032Unpaved0.36 km2.46.04.0#141322029Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#141547720Unpaved0.46 km2.44.44.0#141603811Unpaved0.39 km2.46.04.0#141688551Unpaved0.50 km2.44.74.0#141688554Unpaved0.45 km2.44.14.0#141688549Unpaved0.55 km2.44.04.0#141688545Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0#141688542Unpaved0.50 km2.45.04.0#141322031Unpaved0.39 km2.45.84.0#141688550Unpaved0.56 km2.44.54.0#141547789Unpaved0.15 km2.46.04.0#141547721Unpaved0.28 km2.44.24.0#141547743Unpaved0.23 km2.44.34.0#141603812Unpaved0.63 km2.44.14.0#141603817Unpaved0.10 km2.44.44.0#141688546Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#141603816Unpaved0.42 km2.33.84.0#141688555Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688560Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688563Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688548Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688543Unpaved0.40 km2.23.53.8#141603814Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688568Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688553Unpaved0.38 km2.23.53.8#141688567Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688556Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688544Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688566Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688562Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688558Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141603813Unpaved0.59 km2.23.53.8#141688559Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688561Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#141688565Unpaved0.50 km2.13.33.5#141688569Unpaved0.50 km2.13.33.5#141603815Unpaved0.50 km2.13.33.5#141688570Unpaved0.50 km2.13.33.5#141688552Unpaved0.59 km2.13.33.5#141688564Unpaved0.50 km2.13.33.5#141688547Unpaved0.40 km2.13.33.5#141688557Unpaved0.58 km2.13.33.5
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/richards-road-waRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Richards%20Road&state=WASearch roads by name

Councils & Government

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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Frequently asked questions
How long is Richards Road?+

Richards Road is approximately 18 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 15 minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Richards Road sealed?+

Yes. Richards Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Richards Road good for motorcycles?+

Not really. Richards Road scores 3.7/10 for motorcycles. Look for higher-rated alternatives nearby.

Can I drive Richards Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Richards Road scores 2.5/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

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Road data last updated: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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