Vickers Road

VICSecondary road2.5 km15 segments

6.6Sports

6.6Safety

2.5 kmTotal length

15Segments

1Recorded crashes

Vickers Road is a 2.5 km sealed secondary route in Victoria, Australia. It scores 7.8/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores

6.6/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.4/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

6.8/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.3/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

7.8/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 15 segments

Excellent (8+)8%Good (6-8)92%

Sports score IQR: 6.3 - 6.9

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed22%Unsealed78%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

0.9

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

10.0

Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.

Road classSecondary road

8.0

Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.

Traffic

9.5

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

3.5

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.

Sun glarePresent

East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 15 segments· 13 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

Grey spots

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

100%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

Based on 13 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 exposure58%

Night driving risk50%

Wind exposure54%

Sun glare risk79%

Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments

Top 38 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#144274528Asphalt0.19 km8.28.18.1 #144423379Asphalt0.17 km7.06.87.3 #144423381Asphalt0.01 km6.96.67.4 #144423367Asphalt0.09 km6.96.67.4 #144423374Asphalt0.09 km6.96.67.4 #144274529Asphalt0.50 km6.66.36.7 #144274531Asphalt0.49 km6.46.16.7 #144423375Asphalt0.06 km6.46.16.7 #144274532Asphalt0.03 km6.46.16.7 #144423377Asphalt0.03 km6.46.16.7 #144423366Asphalt0.11 km6.36.06.4 #144423378Asphalt0.08 km6.36.06.4 #144423376Asphalt0.06 km6.36.06.4 #144423380Asphalt0.01 km6.36.06.4 #144274530Asphalt0.53 km6.36.06.4 #144645836Unpaved0.63 km2.44.04.0 #144645838Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0 #144645837Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0 #144645840Unpaved0.50 km2.44.44.0 #144645834Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0 #144645832Unpaved0.53 km2.46.04.0 #144645831Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0 #144481508Unpaved0.02 km2.44.74.0 #144645833Unpaved0.57 km2.44.04.0 #144481503Unpaved0.59 km2.46.04.0 #144645841Unpaved0.25 km2.44.44.0 #144481505Unpaved0.04 km2.44.94.0 #144481499Unpaved0.47 km2.44.94.0 #144481504Unpaved0.41 km2.44.74.0 #144481506Unpaved0.04 km2.44.94.0 #144481502Unpaved0.38 km2.44.54.0 #144481501Unpaved0.35 km2.44.64.0 #144481500Unpaved0.04 km2.44.24.0 #144481498Unpaved0.35 km2.45.34.0 #144481507Unpaved0.47 km2.46.04.0 #144481497Unpaved0.41 km2.46.04.0 #144645835Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0 #144645839Unpaved0.63 km2.44.24.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/vickers-road-vic-3Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC'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 Vickers Road?+

Vickers Road is approximately 2.5 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Vickers Road sealed?+

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

Is Vickers Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Vickers Road scores 6.4/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Vickers Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Vickers Road scores 7.8/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Vickers Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Vickers Road scores 6.8/10 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: 28 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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