--- title: "St Albans Driving Test Centre | 48.4% Pass Rate" description: "St Albans driving test centre in Hertfordshire — 48.4% 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": "Hertfordshire", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/hertfordshire" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "St Albans" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "St Albans Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/hertfordshire/st-albans", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Beauver House, 6 Bricket Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire", "postalCode": "AL1 3JX", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 51.752, "longitude": -0.336 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I change my test to this centre after booking?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, you can change your driving test centre after booking, provided there are available slots at St Albans. You will need to amend your booking on the official DVSA website. Ensure you have sufficient practice in the St Albans area to familiarise yourself with local roads and test routes." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the test routes like at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Test routes at St Albans Driving Test Centre typically involve a combination of urban and suburban roads. Expect to navigate busy town areas, residential streets with potential hazards, and dual carriageways, such as nearby sections of the A414. Examiners will assess your ability to handle various road conditions, roundabouts, and junctions effectively." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What identification do I need to bring?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "On the day of your driving test, you must bring your provisional driving licence. If you have an old-style paper licence, you must also bring a valid passport. Without correct and valid identification, your test will be cancelled, and you will lose your fee." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are there parking facilities at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "St Albans Driving Test Centre has limited parking available for test candidates. It is advisable to arrive with enough time before your test to find a suitable parking space. Avoid parking in spaces designated for staff or instructors from other organisations." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What manoeuvres might I be asked to perform here?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "During your driving test at St Albans, you could be asked to perform one of the four manoeuvres: forward bay park, reverse bay park, parallel park, or pull up on the right. Additionally, you will be required to demonstrate an emergency stop. Practice these thoroughly in various scenarios." } }, { "@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 or light snow. However, in cases of extreme weather such as heavy snow, ice, or fog, the DVSA may cancel tests for safety reasons. 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St Albans # St Albans Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Hertfordshire. ## Quick facts - Beauver House, 6 Bricket Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JX - Pass rate: **48.4%** (2024-25) - County: **Hertfordshire** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=51.752&mlon=-0.336#map=15/51.752/-0.336) ## About St Albans Test Centre The St Albans Driving Test Centre is located at Stonecross, Bricket Rd, St Albans, AL1 3JW. This Hertfordshire-based centre provides a good mix of urban and suburban driving experiences. Test routes typically incorporate busy town roads, residential areas, and dual carriageways, ensuring a comprehensive assessment of a learner's ability to handle diverse traffic conditions. Expect to navigate through areas such as the city centre, Fleets industrial estate, and quieter residential streets like those around Cell Barnes Lane. The routes are designed to evaluate various skills, including observation, anticipation, and independent driving. While specific pass rates fluctuate, St Albans generally reflects the national average, indicating a fair yet thorough examination process. Mastering observations at complex junctions and maintaining appropriate speeds on varied roads will be key to success. ## Driving Test Cancellations at St Albans Finding driving test cancellations at St Albans can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for practical tests at Stonecross, Bricket Road. However, opportunities for earlier tests can arise when other candidates reschedule or cancel. Keeping an eye on the DVSA booking system is crucial for securing these coveted slots. Financial savings can also be made by avoiding rebooking fees due to short-notice cancellations. Find Me A Driving Test actively monitors the DVSA website 24/7 for new test dates and cancellations specifically at St Albans, alerting you as soon as a suitable slot becomes available, increasing your chances of an earlier test. [Get cancellation alerts for St Albans](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at St Albans ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at St Albans, from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at St Albans has improved, moving from 44.2% to 48.4% (up 4.2 percentage points). It peaked at 50.1% in 2014-15 and was lowest at 39.7% in 2011-12, with a long-run average of 45%. 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 48.4% 2023-24 44.1% 2022-23 44% 2021-22 45.9% 2020-21 47.9% 2019-20 41.8% 2018-19 43.8% 2017-18 43.7% 2016-17 45.5% 2015-16 48.5% 2014-15 50.1% 2013-14 48.9% 2012-13 43.7% 2011-12 39.7% 2010-11 41.6% 2009-10 43.3% 2008-09 44.6% 2007-08 44.2% ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I change my test to this centre after booking? ### What are the test routes like at this centre? ### What identification do I need to bring? ### Are there parking facilities at this test centre? ### What manoeuvres might I be asked to perform here? ### What happens if it's raining or icy on test day? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **St Albans** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Watford 11.3 km away ](/test-centres/hertfordshire/watford) - [ Borehamwood (London) 11.3 km away ](/test-centres/uk/borehamwood-london) - [ Barnet (London) 14.8 km away ](/test-centres/uk/barnet-london) 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.