Elswick Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Tyne and Wear.

    About Elswick Test Centre

    Elswick Driving Test Centre is located in the heart of Tyne and Wear, offering a practical test experience that mirrors the diverse driving conditions of the region. Situated on Denton Park Shopping Centre, the centre provides a convenient base for learners. Test routes from Elswick are designed to assess a broad range of skills, incorporating navigation through urban environments with varying traffic densities, as well as suburban roads. Candidates can expect to encounter residential streets, potentially involving parallel parking and other manoeuvres, alongside busier main roads. The routes typically feature a mix of crossroads, roundabouts, and junctions, requiring confident decision-making and observation. While specific pass rates fluctuate, the centre generally reflects national trends, suggesting a good standard of preparation is key for success. The varied routes ensure that successful candidates are well-prepared for independent driving across different road types.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Elswick

    Securing an early driving test at Elswick can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for practical test appointments. However, cancellations do occur, freeing up earlier slots. Find Me A Driving Test constantly monitors the DVSA booking system 24/7 for Elswick Driving Test Centre, identifying and notifying you of any new availability as soon as it appears. This service significantly increases your chances of finding a sooner test date at this specific centre, helping you avoid prolonged waits and take your test when you feel most prepared.

    Pass rate trend at Elswick

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Elswick, from 2007-08 to 2021-22 (DVSA data).

    Between 2007-08 and 2021-22, the pass rate at Elswick has improved, moving from 38.2% to 41.4% (up 3.2 percentage points). It peaked at 46.7% in 2016-17 and was lowest at 38.2% in 2007-08, with a long-run average of 41.9%. 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
    2021-22 41.4%
    2020-21 44.9%
    2019-20 41.4%
    2018-19 43.1%
    2017-18 45.3%
    2016-17 46.7%
    2015-16 45.5%
    2014-15 43.5%
    2013-14 41.6%
    2012-13 39.8%
    2011-12 39.5%
    2010-11 39.1%
    2009-10 40.3%
    2008-09 38.8%
    2007-08 38.2%

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