Blyth test routes

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Practice routes around Blyth driving test centre: how long they are, the roads they use, roundabouts and speed limits.

In short: Blyth has 12 practice routes. A typical route is 11.1 miles and takes about 30 minutes (9.1–13.2 miles, 25–36 minutes). Expect about 12.3 roundabouts per route, more than 90% of UK test centres. Most of the driving is at 30 mph (33%), and the roads used most are Carlton Street and Laverock Hall Road.

Updated 10 September 2026 · Source: the practice routes in the Driving Test Routes app. How these figures work

Blyth test routes at a glance

Roads that come up most around Blyth

How many of the 12 practice routes use each road.

• Carlton Street12 of 12
• Laverock Hall Road12 of 12
• Bridge Street12 of 12
• Percy Street12 of 12
• Freehold Street12 of 12
• Plessey Road9 of 12
• South Newsham Road8 of 12
• Cowpen Road8 of 12

Speed limits on the Blyth routes

Share of the driving distance at each limit.

• 20 mph3%
• 30 mph33%
• 40 mph11%
• 50 mph15%
• 60 mph20%
• 70 mph17%

What to practise for Blyth

• Roundabout-heavy. 12.3 roundabouts per route, more than 90% of UK test centres. Practise lane choice, signalling off and mini-roundabouts until they feel routine.
• Faster roads too: 52% of the distance is at 50 mph or more. Practise joining, keeping a safe gap and making progress.
• Longer drives: a typical route takes 30 minutes, so build stamina with full-length practice sessions.

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