This 9.9 km Morden route takes about 24 minutes, making it the fastest to complete from this centre. It follows a compact loop south through Lower Morden Lane, east along Central Road and St. Helier Avenue, then south to Angel Hill and Sutton Common Road before returning. With only 3 left turns and 3 right turns, it has the fewest turns of any Morden route, but 17 traffic signals keep you busy.

Watch Out For

A pedestrian crossing on Central Road is frequently used by shoppers and school children. The 30 mph section on St. Helier Avenue is wide and fast-moving, with a speed camera zone near the southern end. Bishopsford Road narrows as it crosses the River Wandle, with a tight bridge section where oncoming traffic has priority. Angel Hill is steep and requires careful gear selection on the descent.

Route Features

The route splits almost evenly between 20 mph and 30 mph roads. St. Helier Avenue is a long, straight 30 mph stretch that tests speed maintenance. Sutton Common Road carries heavier traffic heading into Sutton. One roundabout near Central Road and 17 traffic signals define the rhythm of this route. Despite few turns, the straight sections test your ability to maintain a steady speed without drifting.

Test Manoeuvres

Pull up on the left is likely near Tudor Drive. The residential streets around Tonfield Road or Gillian Park Road are commonly used for a reverse bay park or parallel park.

Key Tips

Hold 30 mph steadily on St. Helier Avenue and avoid creeping over the limit near the speed camera. Slow down well before Bishopsford Road bridge and check for oncoming vehicles. Use second gear on the Angel Hill descent. Since this route has few turns, examiners pay closer attention to your speed control and forward planning on the long straight roads.