Walter Road

WAResidential road0.7 km4 segments

5.7Sports

8.1Safety

0.7 kmTotal length

4Segments

Walter Road is a 710 m sealed residential street in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 6.7/10 for 4WDs with flowing corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores

5.7/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.0/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

5.8/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

6.7/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

5.3/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 4 segments

Good (6-8)80%Poor (<4)20%

Sports score IQR: 3.4 - 6.2

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed55%Unsealed45%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

3.4

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

Curviness

7.4

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

8.5

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Wet riskModerate

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.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

Wet road exposure39%

Night driving risk50%

Wind exposure48%

Sun glare risk2%

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 29 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#141655758-0.26 km6.67.06.5 #141655759-0.31 km6.06.36.0 #141370008Paved0.30 km4.54.34.9 #141945498Asphalt0.03 km4.06.07.3 #141945499Asphalt0.22 km4.06.07.3 #141408031Unpaved0.03 km4.04.64.0 #141408047Unpaved0.65 km4.06.54.0 #141408046Unpaved0.65 km4.06.54.0 #141408045Unpaved0.65 km4.06.34.0 #141408050Unpaved0.06 km3.93.93.8 #141408049Unpaved0.06 km3.93.93.8 #141618349Asphalt0.39 km3.85.66.6 #141618347Asphalt0.50 km3.85.66.6 #141618348Asphalt0.50 km3.85.66.6 #141945500Asphalt0.50 km3.85.66.6 #141945502Asphalt0.50 km3.75.46.3 #141945503Asphalt0.50 km3.75.46.3 #141618345Asphalt0.50 km3.75.46.3 #141618346Asphalt0.50 km3.75.46.3 #141945505Asphalt0.13 km3.75.46.3 #141945504Asphalt0.63 km3.75.46.3 #141945501Asphalt0.50 km3.75.46.3 #141841482Unpaved0.14 km3.63.83.9 #141408048Unpaved0.21 km3.23.33.5 #141655760-0.01 km2.92.93.0 #141668167Unpaved0.50 km2.44.54.0 #141668166Unpaved0.50 km2.45.74.0 #141668169Unpaved0.10 km2.44.94.0 #141668168Unpaved0.60 km2.44.74.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

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

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Councils & Government

This road is part of WA'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 Walter Road?+

Walter Road is approximately 710 m long.

Is Walter Road sealed?+

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

Is Walter Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Walter Road scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Walter Road in a caravan?+

With care. Walter Road scores 5.3/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

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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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