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Sandford Road

WAResidential road1.5 km4 segments
3.9Sports
1.5 kmTotal length
4Segments
2Recorded crashes
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Sandford Road is a 1.5 km unsealed residential street in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 5.2/10 for 4WDs with flowing corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
4.7/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
3.9/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.2/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
3.9/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 4 segments
Fair (4-6)68%Poor (<4)32%

Sports score IQR: 3.8 - 4.0

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
6.8
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
4.1
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 4 segments· 5 years of data
2
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
0
Grey spots
Last 5 years
2
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
WA avg: 0.686 crashes/km/yrThis road: 1.004▲ Above average

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 5 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Segments
Top 4 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#141367115Unpaved0.65 km4.04.74.0#141367114Unpaved0.40 km4.05.84.0#141367113Unpaved0.40 km3.84.03.8#141367116Unpaved0.10 km3.73.83.9
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/sandford-road-waRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Sandford%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 Sandford Road?+

Sandford Road is approximately 1.5 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Sandford Road sealed?+

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

Is Sandford Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Sandford Road scores 4.7/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Sandford Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Sandford Road scores 3.9/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Sandford Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Sandford Road scores 5.2/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

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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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