Clacton-on-Sea Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Essex.

    About Clacton-on-Sea Test Centre

    The Clacton-on-Sea Driving Test Centre is situated in the seaside town of Clacton-on-Sea, Essex. Located at Excel House, Waterglade Industrial Park, this centre offers a varied test experience. Learners can expect a mix of urban and semi-rural roads, reflecting the local area. Test routes will likely include busy town centre roads near Pier Avenue, residential streets around Skelmersdale Road, and potentially higher-speed roads connecting to nearby villages. The routes are designed to assess a broad range of driving skills, from navigating complex junctions to handling different speed limits. As with many coastal towns, examiners may incorporate routes that feature varied traffic conditions depending on the season. While specific pass rates fluctuate, the diversity of roads driven at Clacton-on-Sea ensures a comprehensive evaluation of a candidate's readiness for independent driving.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Clacton-on-Sea

    Driving test cancellations at Clacton-on-Sea can occur for various reasons. While direct statistics for last-minute cancellations are not publicly available, candidates may find unexpected slots opening due to other learners rescheduling their tests. Securing an earlier test date at Clacton-on-Sea can be challenging, particularly during peak times. Find Me A Driving Test continuously scans the DVSA booking system 24/7 to identify any newly available appointments. This service significantly increases the chances of finding short-notice driving test cancellations at the Clacton-on-Sea Driving Test Centre, allowing you to potentially book your test sooner.

    Pass rate trend at Clacton-on-Sea

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Clacton-on-Sea, from 2007-08 to 2011-12 (DVSA data).

    Between 2007-08 and 2011-12, the pass rate at Clacton-on-Sea has remained broadly stable, moving from 45.2% to 45% (down 0.2 percentage points). It peaked at 45.2% in 2007-08 and was lowest at 42.2% in 2009-10, with a long-run average of 44.3%. Pass rates vary year-to-year due to changes in test demand, examiner availability, candidate readiness and local route difficulty — these figures are taken directly from DVSA's published statistics.

    Year-by-year pass rate

    Year Pass rate
    2011-12 45%
    2010-11 44.2%
    2009-10 42.2%
    2008-09 44.9%
    2007-08 45.2%

    Frequently asked questions

    You can move your test to these test centres

    From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from Clacton-on-Sea to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.