Hartlepool Test Centre

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

    About Hartlepool Test Centre

    Hartlepool Driving Test Centre is situated in a bustling urban area, offering a diverse range of driving experiences for test candidates. The centre is located on the second floor of Lumley House on Lumley Square, right in the heart of Hartlepool. This central location means test routes will likely incorporate various road types, including busy main roads like the A689 and residential streets with parked cars and potential hazards. Learners should prepare for a mix of urban driving scenarios, including navigating roundabouts, crossroads, and pedestrian crossings. With the test centre being in a commercial area, expect to encounter moderate to heavy traffic, particularly during peak hours. The local driving test pass rate for Hartlepool is 49.3%, which is broadly in line with the national average, suggesting a fair and consistent standard of testing. This pass rate, based on data from April 2023 to March 2024, indicates that candidates who are well-prepared and confident in varied driving conditions have a good chance of success.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Hartlepool

    Securing a driving test at Hartlepool Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. Finding an earlier test date often requires diligent searching for cancellations. Find Me A Driving Test continuously scans the DVSA booking system 24/7 for new driving test slots and cancellations at Hartlepool Driving Test Centre. This service significantly increases your chances of finding a sooner test date that fits your schedule, reducing the wait time for your practical driving examination in Hartlepool. Stay informed and book your preferred test with ease.

    Pass rate trend at Hartlepool

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Hartlepool, from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Hartlepool has improved, moving from 42% to 49.7% (up 7.7 percentage points). It peaked at 57.9% in 2021-22 and was lowest at 42% in 2007-08, with a long-run average of 51.6%. 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
    2024-25 49.7%
    2023-24 48.2%
    2022-23 52.5%
    2021-22 57.9%
    2020-21 57.3%
    2019-20 54.1%
    2018-19 54.2%
    2017-18 54.4%
    2016-17 53.1%
    2015-16 53.7%
    2014-15 55.4%
    2013-14 54.3%
    2012-13 51%
    2011-12 53.3%
    2010-11 46.6%
    2009-10 45.8%
    2008-09 45.8%
    2007-08 42%

    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 Hartlepool to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.