--- title: "Herne Bay Driving Test Centre | Kent | 51.6% Pass Rate" description: "Herne Bay driving test centre in Kent — 51.6% 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": "Kent", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/kent" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Herne Bay" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Herne Bay Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/kent/herne-bay", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Altria Business Park, The Boulevard, Herne Bay, Kent", "postalCode": "CT6 6LA", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 51.373, "longitude": 1.129 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What time do tests typically start at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Driving tests at Herne Bay Driving Test Centre typically begin at 8:10 AM, with subsequent slots throughout the day until the afternoon. It is always advisable to confirm your exact test time on your booking confirmation from the DVSA." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are there any tricky junctions on the test routes?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, test routes from Herne Bay often include a variety of junctions, from standard residential intersections to mini-roundabouts and busier main road junctions. Candidates should be prepared for varying traffic conditions and ensure good observation and decision-making." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Will I get my licence on the day if I pass?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "If you pass your driving test, the examiner will issue you with a pass certificate. Provided your provisional licence is an old paper style or you are changing your name/address, you can apply for your full licence right away. If you have a photocard provisional licence and no changes are needed, the examiner will usually send it to the DVLA for you, and your full licence will be posted to you within three weeks." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I find a driving test cancellation at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "To find a driving test cancellation at Herne Bay, you need to regularly check the DVSA online booking system. Alternatively, services like Find Me A Driving Test can automatically search for and notify you of cancellation slots at this centre as soon as they become available." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How busy is this driving test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Herne Bay Driving Test Centre generally experiences high demand, similar to many centres in Kent. This often results in longer waiting times for practical driving test appointments. Booking in advance and using cancellation services are recommended." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How early should I arrive at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You should aim to arrive at the Herne Bay Driving Test Centre approximately 10-15 minutes before your scheduled test time. 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Herne Bay # Herne Bay Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Kent. ## Quick facts - Altria Business Park, The Boulevard, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 6LA - Pass rate: **51.6%** (2024-25) - County: **Kent** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=51.373&mlon=1.129#map=15/51.373/1.129) ## About Herne Bay Test Centre The Herne Bay Driving Test Centre is situated in a residential area, typical of many Kent test locations. This offers a balanced testing environment, combining suburban roads with potential for rural driving elements depending on the examiner's route choice. Test routes frequently incorporate a mix of road types, including quieter streets for manoeuvre practice and main roads such as the A299, Lord Warwick Way, and Canterbury Road, where candidates will need to demonstrate competence in managing varying speeds and traffic conditions. Expect to encounter a variety of junctions, from standard T-intersections to more complex mini-roundabouts and potentially larger signalled crossings. The local area demands good observational skills and timely decision-making, particularly when navigating residential zones with parked cars and potential hazards. While specific pass rate data for Herne Bay is not publicly disclosed, centres in similar suburban settings generally require candidates to be proficient in all aspects of urban and semi-rural driving. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Herne Bay Finding driving test cancellations at Herne Bay can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for practical tests. However, cancellations do occur as other candidates reschedule. To secure an earlier test date at Herne Bay, diligent monitoring of the DVSA booking system is essential. Find Me A Driving Test continuously scans the DVSA website 24/7, alerting you to new cancellation slots as soon as they become available. This service can significantly reduce your waiting time for a test at this specific centre. [Get cancellation alerts for Herne Bay](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Herne Bay ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Herne Bay, from 2008-09 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2008-09 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Herne Bay has improved, moving from 41.3% to 55.4% (up 14.1 percentage points). It peaked at 56.1% in 2023-24 and was lowest at 41.3% in 2008-09, with a long-run average of 46.5%. 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 55.4% 2023-24 56.1% 2022-23 51.5% 2021-22 49.8% 2020-21 44.9% 2019-20 42.9% 2018-19 44.4% 2017-18 42.3% 2016-17 43.4% 2015-16 43.2% 2014-15 43.9% 2013-14 45.4% 2012-13 48.6% 2011-12 47.2% 2009-10 44.1% 2008-09 41.3% ## Frequently asked questions ### What time do tests typically start at this centre? ### Are there any tricky junctions on the test routes? ### Will I get my licence on the day if I pass? ### How do I find a driving test cancellation at this centre? ### How busy is this driving test centre? ### How early should I arrive at this test centre? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Herne Bay** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Canterbury 10.9 km away ](/test-centres/uk/canterbury) - [ Ashford (Kent) 31.0 km away ](/test-centres/uk/ashford-kent) - [ Folkestone 32.1 km away ](/test-centres/kent/folkestone) 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.