--- title: "Hastings (Ore) Driving Test Centre | 52.6% Pass Rate" description: "Hastings (Ore) driving test centre in East Sussex — 52.6% pass rate, address, opening hours, and how to find earlier driving test cancellations." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Driving Test Cancellations", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com", "logo": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/favicon.png", "sameAs": [] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Driving Test Cancellations", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/blog?q={search_term_string}", "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Test Centres", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "East Sussex", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/east-sussex" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Hastings (Ore)" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Hastings (Ore) Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/east-sussex/hastings-ore", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Brookway Business Park, Ivy House, Ore, Hastings, East Sussex", "postalCode": "TN35 4NN", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 50.87, "longitude": 0.596 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What happens if it's raining or icy on test day?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Driving tests generally proceed in adverse weather conditions like rain. However, in cases of extreme weather such as heavy snow or ice, the DVSA may cancel tests for safety reasons. You will be contacted if your test is cancelled, and a new test date will be arranged without additional cost." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What independent driving section is included?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The independent driving section of the test at Hastings (Ore) will involve following directions from a sat nav or traffic signs. This section lasts for approximately 20 minutes and assesses your ability to make safe decisions without turn-by-turn instruction from the examiner." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's the pass rate at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Specific pass rates for individual test centres are subject to change and are not frequently published for public consumption at a highly granular level. 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Hastings (Ore) # Hastings (Ore) Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in East Sussex. ## Quick facts - Brookway Business Park, Ivy House, Ore, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4NN - Pass rate: **52.6%** (2024-25) - County: **East Sussex** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=50.87&mlon=0.596#map=15/50.87/0.596) ## About Hastings (Ore) Test Centre The Hastings (Ore) Driving Test Centre, situated in East Sussex, offers a diverse testing experience. Test routes typically incorporate a mix of urban roads, rural sections, and dual carriageways, designed to assess a learner's ability to handle various traffic conditions and road types. Expect to encounter common residential streets for manoeuvres and areas with varying speed limits. The centre's location in Ore means test routes often include areas around Hastings town centre, offering challenges such as busy junctions and pedestrian crossings. This variety in routes ensures candidates are thoroughly tested on their hazard perception and independent driving skills. While specific pass rates fluctuate, the nature of the routes suggests a comprehensive evaluation of driving proficiency. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Hastings (Ore) Driving test cancellations at Hastings (Ore) are common, creating opportunities for earlier test dates. Learners frequently reschedule or cancel their tests due to various reasons, such as feeling unprepared or changes in their availability. Securing one of these cancellation slots can significantly reduce waiting times. Find Me A Driving Test continuously scans the DVSA booking system 24/7 specifically for cancellations at Hastings (Ore), helping learners find and book these last-minute appointments efficiently. This service maximises the chances of finding an ideal test slot sooner, avoiding prolonged waits for an original booking. [Get cancellation alerts for Hastings (Ore)](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Hastings (Ore) ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Hastings (Ore), from 2014-15 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2014-15 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Hastings (Ore) has remained broadly stable, moving from 48.6% to 49.2% (up 0.6 percentage points). It peaked at 49.2% in 2024-25 and was lowest at 42.5% in 2018-19, with a long-run average of 46.4%. 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 49.2% 2023-24 47.8% 2022-23 45.4% 2021-22 49.1% 2020-21 47.2% 2019-20 43.1% 2018-19 42.5% 2017-18 44% 2016-17 47.1% 2015-16 46.1% 2014-15 48.6% ## Frequently asked questions ### What happens if it's raining or icy on test day? ### What independent driving section is included? ### What's the pass rate at this test centre? ### Can I take my own car for the test at this centre? ### What happens if I'm late to my driving test? ### What time do tests typically start at this centre? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Hastings (Ore)** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Eastbourne 24.3 km away ](/test-centres/east-sussex/eastbourne) - [ Ashford (Kent) 36.2 km away ](/test-centres/uk/ashford-kent) - [ Tunbridge Wells 37.3 km away ](/test-centres/kent/tunbridge-wells) Driving Test Cancellations Helping learner drivers across the UK find earlier test dates. Site [Home](/)[How It Works](/how-it-works)[Pricing](/pricing)[ADI](/adi)[FAQ](/faq)[About Us](/about-us)[Blog](/blog)[Contact Us](/contact-us) Resources [Learner Driver Centre](/learner-driver-centre)[Theory Test](/book-a-theory-test)[Theory Mock Test](/theory-test)[UK Test Centres](/test-centres)[My Account](/login)[Register](/signup) Legal [Privacy Policy](/privacy-policy)[Terms of Service](/terms-of-service)[Refund Policy](/refund-policy)[Cancellation Policy](/cancellation-policy) © 2026 Driving Test Cancellations. All rights reserved.