--- title: "Tunbridge Wells Driving Test Centre | Kent | 56.6% Pass Rate" description: "Tunbridge Wells driving test centre in Kent — 56.6% 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": "Tunbridge Wells" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Tunbridge Wells Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/kent/tunbridge-wells", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "8 Upper Grosvenor Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent", "postalCode": "TN1 2ES", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 51.132, "longitude": 0.263 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I find a driving test cancellation at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Find Me A Driving Test continuously scans the DVSA website for new cancellations at Tunbridge Wells Driving Test Centre. You receive instant notifications, enabling you to book an earlier test slot as soon as it becomes available. This service significantly reduces waiting times for learners." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How busy is this driving test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Tunbridge Wells Driving Test Centre is a popular location, meaning test slots are often in high demand. This can result in longer waiting times for practical tests. Utilising a cancellation finding service can mitigate these delays." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How early should I arrive at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Aim to arrive at Tunbridge Wells Driving Test Centre approximately 10-15 minutes before your scheduled test time. This allows for sufficient time to park, use facilities, and calm any pre-test nerves. 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Tunbridge Wells # Tunbridge Wells Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Kent. ## Quick facts - 8 Upper Grosvenor Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 2ES - Pass rate: **56.6%** (2024-25) - County: **Kent** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=51.132&mlon=0.263#map=15/51.132/0.263) ## About Tunbridge Wells Test Centre Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Tunbridge Wells Driving Test Centre is located in southwest Kent, within the administrative boundaries of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. The test centre is situated at Units 1-2, Chapman Way, High Brooms Industrial Estate, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 3EF. This location means test routes will feature a diverse range of road conditions. Expect to navigate busy urban roads, suburban streets, and potentially some rural sections in the surrounding Kent countryside. Examiners will assess your ability to handle various traffic systems, including roundabouts, crossroads, and potentially dual carriageways depending on the specific route. The test centre's position within an industrial estate also suggests manoeuvres such as bay parking or reversing around a corner may be conducted in quieter areas first, before heading out onto busier main roads. The pass rate in Tunbridge Wells is consistently above the national average, indicating a favourable environment for test takers, though individual performance remains key. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Tunbridge Wells Driving test cancellations at Tunbridge Wells can be challenging to secure due to high demand. Learners often face long waits for available slots. Find Me A Driving Test offers a continuous 24/7 scanning service of the DVSA booking system for Tunbridge Wells. This significantly increases your chances of finding an earlier driving test appointment. Instant alerts are sent directly to your device, allowing you to book cancellations promptly. Manual searching for cancellations is time-consuming and often fruitless, making an automated service highly beneficial for those aiming to pass their test sooner at this Kent location. [Get cancellation alerts for Tunbridge Wells](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Tunbridge Wells ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Tunbridge Wells, from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Tunbridge Wells has improved, moving from 50.6% to 58.9% (up 8.3 percentage points). It peaked at 61.1% in 2012-13 and was lowest at 47.7% in 2018-19, with a long-run average of 55.4%. 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 58.9% 2023-24 59.5% 2022-23 58.6% 2021-22 59.7% 2020-21 58.6% 2019-20 50.5% 2018-19 47.7% 2017-18 50.7% 2016-17 52.6% 2015-16 52.8% 2014-15 52.5% 2013-14 57.9% 2012-13 61.1% 2011-12 58.6% 2010-11 56.6% 2009-10 58.4% 2008-09 51.7% 2007-08 50.6% ## Frequently asked questions ### 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? ### How long does the practical test take here? ### Can a driving instructor sit in on the test? ### How do I cancel or reschedule my test 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 **Tunbridge Wells** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Sevenoaks 16.4 km away ](/test-centres/kent/sevenoaks) - [ Maidstone 24.2 km away ](/test-centres/kent/maidstone) - [ Mitcham (London) 42.6 km away ](/test-centres/greater-london/mitcham-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.