A 14.8 km route from Mallusk DVA Test Centre taking around 28 minutes. This route heads northwest through Hightown Road and the residential area of Hydepark Road before looping back via Lylehill Road East. With 12 traffic signals, it has the most signal-controlled junctions of any Mallusk route, making it a good test of junction discipline. Speeds range from 30 to 60 mph.

Watch Out For

• Traffic signals on Antrim Road. Multiple sets in quick succession. Watch for amber signals and be ready to stop.
• Narrow sections on Hydepark Road. Parked cars on both sides reduce the road to single-track in places. Slow down and be prepared to give way.
• Speed change on Lylehill Road East. Transitions between 30 mph and 60 mph zones. Easy to miss the limit change.
• 10 right turns. The highest right turn count among Mallusk routes. Each one requires proper mirror-signal-manoeuvre across oncoming traffic.

Route Features

• 4 left turns, 10 right turns
• 2 roundabouts
• 12 sets of traffic signals
• Speed range: 30-60 mph
• Key roads: Mallusk Road, Hightown Road, Hydepark Road

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near Mallusk Road.

Key Tips

• With 12 traffic signals, stay alert for changing lights. If in doubt, stop rather than rush through amber.
• On Hydepark Road, drop speed where parked cars narrow the road. Use meeting situations to show good judgement.
• Check mirrors early before each of the 10 right turns, especially on the 60 mph sections where traffic approaches quickly.