Original Published Test Routes
Step-by-step directions for all 15 original DVSA-published routes from 103 - 105 Carnarvon Road, Clacton-on-Sea.
Route & Road Guide
Road Type Split
Approximate breakdown based on road names and instructions across all 15 routes.
What to Expect at Clacton-on- Sea
- With 9.4 roundabouts per route on average, Clacton-on- Sea is more roundabout-intensive than most UK centres. Route 5 has the highest concentration with 12, including Wellesley rd.
- The 48% pass rate at Clacton-on- Sea 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.
- There is a big spread in route complexity — Route 5 is the longest and most demanding at 36 steps, while Route 4 is the most manageable at 24. Practise both ends of the range.
- Left turns dominate these routes — 175 vs 96 right. Observation and positioning for left-turn junctions is worth specific practice.
- Familiarise yourself with Alexandra Rd, Wellesley Rd and Carnarvon Rd before your test — they come up repeatedly across the routes and knowing their junctions and speed limits will save you on the day.
Tricky Spots on the Clacton-on- Sea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Rd | 15 / 15 | Left turn | |
| Wellesley Rd | 15 / 15 | Roundabout | |
| Carnarvon Rd | 14 / 15 | Left turn | |
| Hayes Rd | 14 / 15 | Left turn | |
| Old Rd | 12 / 15 | Roundabout | |
| St Johns Rd | 12 / 15 | Roundabout | |
| Pier Ave | 11 / 15 | Left turn | |
| London Rd | 10 / 15 | Roundabout | |
| Bypass | 8 / 15 | Roundabout | |
| Valley Rd | 8 / 15 | Roundabout |
Roundabout Analysis
The routes include 141 roundabouts across 15 routes — these are the most important.
Clacton-on- Sea Test Centre
103 - 105 Carnarvon Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 6PR
- 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