Saleyards Road

QLDResidential road0.3 km2 segments

5.8Sports

8.1Safety

0.3 kmTotal length

2Segments

Saleyards Road is a 330 m residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 6.4/10 for caravans with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores

5.8/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

5.6/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

6.1/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

4.4/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

6.4/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 2 segments

Fair (4-6)100%

Sports score IQR: 5.7 - 5.9

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

4.1

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

4.0

Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.

Road classResidential road

3.0

Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.

Traffic

7.0

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

5.6

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.

When is this road risky?

Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

25%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

43%

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

Wet road exposure38%

Night driving risk57%

Wind exposure51%

Sun glare risk54%

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 42 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#142423358Paved0.16 km8.18.08.1 #142423356Paved0.36 km7.67.57.4 #142168540Asphalt0.26 km7.37.37.2 #142423357Paved0.22 km6.76.56.8 #142155407Asphalt0.17 km5.95.86.3 #142821996Asphalt0.50 km5.95.76.3 #142155406Asphalt0.16 km5.75.55.9 #142821995Asphalt0.15 km5.35.05.6 #142185763Asphalt0.50 km5.28.08.6 #142084496Asphalt0.03 km5.14.85.4 #142821997Asphalt0.01 km5.14.85.4 #142227330Asphalt0.41 km5.07.78.3 #142423355Paved0.03 km5.04.85.7 #142227329Asphalt0.50 km4.87.48.0 #142185759Asphalt0.50 km4.77.17.8 #142168539Asphalt0.07 km4.54.45.0 #142168542Asphalt0.05 km4.54.34.9 #142185762Asphalt0.50 km4.56.87.5 #142168541Asphalt0.13 km4.34.14.7 #142185761Asphalt0.50 km4.26.37.1 #142167870Paved0.41 km4.16.27.2 #142185760Asphalt0.50 km3.95.96.4 #142074903Asphalt0.11 km3.75.46.3 #142075048Asphalt0.14 km3.75.46.3 #142227337Asphalt0.23 km3.65.36.5 #142227335Asphalt0.07 km3.65.36.5 #142227332Asphalt0.23 km3.65.36.5 #142227331Asphalt0.15 km3.65.36.5 #142227333Asphalt0.16 km3.55.16.1 #142227328Asphalt0.50 km3.55.16.1 #142185764Asphalt0.05 km3.55.16.1 #142167871Paved0.32 km3.45.16.0 #142596225Paved0.08 km3.45.05.9 #142167872Paved0.03 km3.45.06.2 #142227334Asphalt0.08 km3.44.95.8 #142227336Asphalt0.14 km3.44.95.8 #142074904Asphalt0.07 km3.34.96.0 #142167873Paved0.05 km3.24.75.7 #142074906Asphalt0.10 km3.14.65.6 #142074905Asphalt0.15 km3.14.65.6 #142075046Asphalt0.10 km3.14.65.6 #142075047Asphalt0.27 km3.04.45.3

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

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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 Saleyards Road?+

Saleyards Road is approximately 330 m long.

Is Saleyards Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Saleyards Road scores 5.6/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Saleyards Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Saleyards Road scores 6.4/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Saleyards Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Saleyards 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.

Is Saleyards Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Saleyards Road scores 4.4/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

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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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