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The Cutting

NSWResidential road0.4 km5 segments
5.6Sports
0.4 kmTotal length
5Segments
5Grey spot segments

The Cutting is a 0 km sealed residential street in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 6.3/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
5.6/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.4/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.3/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
3.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 5 segments
Excellent (8+)20%Good (6-8)20%Fair (4-6)60%

Sports score IQR: 5.6 - 7.2

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
0.1
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
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
10.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 5 segments
5
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for NSW. 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/the-cutting-nswRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=The%20Cutting&state=NSWSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of NSW'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 The Cutting?+

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

Is The Cutting sealed?+

Yes. The Cutting is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is The Cutting good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. The Cutting scores 5.4/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive The Cutting in a caravan?+

Not recommended. The Cutting scores 3.0/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is The Cutting good for an EV?+

Yes. The Cutting scores 6.3/10 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 The Cutting?+

Contour has identified 5 grey spots on The Cutting - 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: 21 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.