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Sarson Close

TASResidential road0.4 km2 segments
7.6Sports
0.4 kmTotal length
2Segments
3Grey spot segments

Sarson Close is a 0 km sealed residential street in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 7.6/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and motorcycles and caravans.

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Vehicle scores
7.6/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.5/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.6/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.3/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.3/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Good (6-8)67%Fair (4-6)33%

Sports score IQR: 6.2 - 7.6

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
8.1
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 2 segments· 28 years of data
3
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for TAS. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/sarson-close-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Sarson%20Close&state=TASSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of TAS'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 Sarson Close?+

Sarson Close is approximately 0 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Sarson Close sealed?+

Yes. Sarson Close is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Sarson Close good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Sarson Close scores 7.5/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Sarson Close in a caravan?+

Yes. Sarson Close scores 7.3/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Sarson Close good for an EV?+

Yes. Sarson Close scores 7.6/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Are there any dangerous sections on Sarson Close?+

Contour has identified 3 grey spots on Sarson Close - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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Road data last updated: 23 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.