The Esses
The Esses is a 1 km sealed residential street in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 6.9/10 for EVs with gently winding corners and excellent surface.
7-day forecast
Sports score IQR: 5.9 - 7.6
Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.
Wet road crashes
Crashes that occurred in wet conditions
Night crashes
Crashes that occurred after dark
Based on 10 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.
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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.
Enquire about council data access →How long is The Esses?+
The Esses is approximately 1 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.
Is The Esses sealed?+
Yes. The Esses is fully sealed for its entire length.
Is The Esses good for motorcycles?+
It rates well. The Esses scores 6.6/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.
Can I drive The Esses in a caravan?+
With care. The Esses scores 4.5/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.
Is The Esses good for an EV?+
Yes. The Esses scores 6.9/10 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 Esses?+
Contour has identified 1 grey spot on The Esses - section where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.
Road data last updated: 24 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.