Barnsley Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Barnsley Test Centre

    The Barnsley Driving Test Centre is conveniently located on West Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2DH. Situated amidst a mix of urban and semi-rural environments, the test routes here offer a comprehensive challenge for learners. Expect to navigate busy town roads, including those around the bustling town centre, and quieter residential streets testing your hazard perception and ability to adapt to varying speed limits. The routes frequently incorporate junctions, roundabouts of different sizes, and pedestrian crossings. With a reported pass rate of 52.2% in 2025, it suggests that candidates who are well-prepared and confident in handling diverse road conditions tend to succeed. Learners should focus on mastering observations, anticipation, and independent driving to confidently navigate the likely test scenarios.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Barnsley

    Securing an earlier driving test at Barnsley Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. However, cancellations do occur, offering opportunities for those ready to book quickly. Find Me A Driving Test constantly scans the DVSA booking system 24/7 for new driving test cancellations at Barnsley, S75 2DH. By using our service, you increase your chances of finding and booking an earlier test date that suits your schedule, avoiding a long wait for your driving test.

    Pass rate trend at Barnsley

    Pass rate over time

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

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Barnsley has improved, moving from 34.7% to 52.2% (up 17.5 percentage points). It peaked at 55.7% in 2021-22 and was lowest at 34.7% in 2007-08, with a long-run average of 47.1%. 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 52.2%
    2023-24 52.7%
    2022-23 52.3%
    2021-22 55.7%
    2020-21 55%
    2019-20 48.5%
    2018-19 49.5%
    2017-18 50.5%
    2016-17 50.9%
    2015-16 43.6%
    2014-15 45.8%
    2013-14 46.9%
    2012-13 48.1%
    2011-12 42.3%
    2010-11 39.7%
    2009-10 37.5%
    2008-09 42%
    2007-08 34.7%

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