This 8.2 km route heads south from Goodmayes test centre through Goodmayes Lane to Longbridge Road in Becontree. It loops east through Wood Lane and St Georges Road, then returns via Valence Avenue, Bennett's Castle Lane, and Green Lane. A straightforward suburban route that stays within 30 mph zones throughout.

Watch Out For

Six left turns and six right turns in a short distance mean junctions come up frequently. Wood Lane and Beverley Road have parked cars on both sides, narrowing the road to single-file in places. Seven traffic signals along the route, several on the busier Longbridge Road stretch.

Route Features

No roundabouts and no high-speed sections. Almost entirely 30 mph with brief 20 mph stretches. Becontree Avenue and Bennett's Castle Lane are wide residential roads good for building confidence. Longbridge Road is the busiest road on this route with regular bus traffic.

Test Manoeuvres

Pull up on the left near Kildowan Road.

Key Tips

This short route is ideal for less experienced drivers. Focus on clean junction technique and smooth gear changes. Watch for pedestrians crossing between parked cars on the narrower residential streets in Becontree.