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Thistle Down

TASResidential road0.4 km4 segments
6.2Sports
0.4 kmTotal length
4Segments
4Grey spot segments

Thistle Down is a 0 km sealed residential street in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 6.7/10 for caravans with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.1/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.6/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.0/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
6.7/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 4 segments
Good (6-8)50%Fair (4-6)50%

Sports score IQR: 5.7 - 6.8

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
4.7
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
8.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 4 segments· 28 years of data
4
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/thistle-down-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Thistle%20Down&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 Thistle Down?+

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

Is Thistle Down sealed?+

Yes. Thistle Down is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Thistle Down good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Thistle Down scores 6.1/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Thistle Down in a caravan?+

Yes. Thistle Down scores 6.7/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Thistle Down good for an EV?+

Yes. Thistle Down scores 6.6/10 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 Thistle Down?+

Contour has identified 4 grey spots on Thistle Down - 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.