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Sandplain Road

WAResidential road4.1 km12 segments
6.0Sports
6.5Safety
4.1 kmTotal length
12Segments
1Recorded crashes

Sandplain Road is a 4.1 km sealed residential street in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 6.4/10 for EVs with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.9/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.4/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 12 segments
Good (6-8)45%Fair (4-6)55%

Sports score IQR: 4.8 - 7.2

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed33%Unsealed67%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
4.0
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
7.4
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.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 12 segments· 5 years of data
1
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
0
Grey spots
Last 5 years
1
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
WA avg: 0.686 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.392Below 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.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure55%
Night driving risk50%
Wind exposure52%
Sun glare risk23%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/sandplain-road-wa-2Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Sandplain%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 Sandplain Road?+

Sandplain Road is approximately 4.1 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Sandplain Road sealed?+

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

Is Sandplain Road good for motorcycles?+

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

Can I drive Sandplain Road in a caravan?+

With care. Sandplain Road scores 4.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Sandplain Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Sandplain Road scores 6.4/10 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: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.