Original Published Test Routes
Step-by-step directions for all 16 original DVSA-published routes from Unit 3 Sextant House, Freehold Street.
Route & Road Guide
Road Type Split
Approximate breakdown based on road names and instructions across all 16 routes.
What to Expect at Blyth
- With 9.4 roundabouts per route on average, Blyth is more roundabout-intensive than most UK centres. Route 3 has the highest concentration with 12, including Laverock Hall Rd.
- The 49% pass rate at Blyth is broadly in line with the national average of 47.9% — this is a fair, well-rounded test where solid all-round preparation is rewarded.
- Traffic lights appear on most routes — 17 encounters in total. Approach speed and smooth pull-away technique are both assessed.
- Familiarise yourself with Percy St, Laverock Hall Rd and Bridge St before your test — they come up repeatedly across the routes and knowing their junctions and speed limits will save you on the day.
- Routes here range from 23 to 34 steps — each has a distinct character, so practising the full set is worth the time.
Tricky Spots on the Blyth Test
Junctions and road sections that appear frequently and catch learners out.
Most Frequent Roads
These roads appear across the most routes — be sure to practise them.
| Road | Routes | Frequency | Typical Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percy St | 16 / 16 | Right turn | |
| Laverock Hall Rd | 15 / 16 | Roundabout | |
| Bridge St | 13 / 16 | Roundabout | |
| Cowpen Rd | 12 / 16 | Roundabout | |
| A192 | 11 / 16 | Roundabout | |
| Carlton St | 11 / 16 | Left turn | |
| Plessey Rd | 10 / 16 | Roundabout | |
| South Newsham Rd | 9 / 16 | Roundabout | |
| Albion Way | 7 / 16 | Roundabout | |
| Relief Rd | 7 / 16 | Roundabout |
Roundabout Analysis
The routes include 151 roundabouts across 16 routes — these are the most important.
Blyth Test Centre
Unit 3 Sextant House, Freehold Street, Blyth, NE24 3BA
- Mon 8:00–16:00
- Tue 8:00–16:00
- Wed 8:00–16:00
- Thu 8:00–16:00
- Fri 8:00–16:00
- Sat Closed
- Sun Closed