--- title: "Elswick Driving Test Centre | Pass Rate & Info" description: "Elswick driving test centre in Tyne and Wear — 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": "Tyne and Wear", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/tyne-and-wear" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Elswick" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Elswick Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/tyne-and-wear/elswick", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Unit 2 Sirius House, Asama Court, Amethyst Road, Elswick, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear", "postalCode": "NE4 7YL", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 54.967, "longitude": -1.637 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are there any tricky junctions on the test routes?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Elswick test routes incorporate a variety of junctions, including those in urban and suburban settings. You can expect to encounter standard crossroads, roundabouts, and T-junctions, some of which may have higher traffic volumes, requiring good judgment and observation skills." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Will I get my licence on the day if I pass?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "If you pass your practical driving test at Elswick, the examiner will issue you with a pass certificate. They will also ask if you want your new full driving licence to be sent to you automatically. Provided you have a valid provisional licence, you should receive your full licence in the post 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 Elswick, you can regularly check the DVSA website for new openings. Alternatively, services like Find Me A Driving Test can help by constantly scanning the DVSA system and alerting you when a cancellation becomes available, saving you time and effort." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How busy is this driving test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Elswick Driving Test Centre is a popular location, and like many centres in urban areas, it typically experiences high demand for test slots. This means that booking a test well in advance is often recommended, and cancellations are frequently sought after by learners." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How early should I arrive at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is advisable to arrive at Elswick Driving Test Centre approximately 10-15 minutes before your scheduled test time. 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Elswick # Elswick Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Tyne and Wear. ## Quick facts - Unit 2 Sirius House, Asama Court, Amethyst Road, Elswick, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE4 7YL - Pass rate: not yet published - County: **Tyne and Wear** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=54.967&mlon=-1.637#map=15/54.967/-1.637) ## About Elswick Test Centre Elswick Driving Test Centre is located in the heart of Tyne and Wear, offering a practical test experience that mirrors the diverse driving conditions of the region. Situated on Denton Park Shopping Centre, the centre provides a convenient base for learners. Test routes from Elswick are designed to assess a broad range of skills, incorporating navigation through urban environments with varying traffic densities, as well as suburban roads. Candidates can expect to encounter residential streets, potentially involving parallel parking and other manoeuvres, alongside busier main roads. The routes typically feature a mix of crossroads, roundabouts, and junctions, requiring confident decision-making and observation. While specific pass rates fluctuate, the centre generally reflects national trends, suggesting a good standard of preparation is key for success. The varied routes ensure that successful candidates are well-prepared for independent driving across different road types. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Elswick Securing an early driving test at Elswick can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for practical test appointments. However, cancellations do occur, freeing up earlier slots. Find Me A Driving Test constantly monitors the DVSA booking system 24/7 for Elswick Driving Test Centre, identifying and notifying you of any new availability as soon as it appears. This service significantly increases your chances of finding a sooner test date at this specific centre, helping you avoid prolonged waits and take your test when you feel most prepared. [Get cancellation alerts for Elswick](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Elswick ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Elswick, from 2007-08 to 2021-22 (DVSA data). Between 2007-08 and 2021-22, the pass rate at Elswick has improved, moving from 38.2% to 41.4% (up 3.2 percentage points). It peaked at 46.7% in 2016-17 and was lowest at 38.2% in 2007-08, with a long-run average of 41.9%. 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 2021-22 41.4% 2020-21 44.9% 2019-20 41.4% 2018-19 43.1% 2017-18 45.3% 2016-17 46.7% 2015-16 45.5% 2014-15 43.5% 2013-14 41.6% 2012-13 39.8% 2011-12 39.5% 2010-11 39.1% 2009-10 40.3% 2008-09 38.8% 2007-08 38.2% ## Frequently asked questions ### 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? ### How long does the practical test take here? ## Nearby alternative test centres - [ Gateshead 2.7 km away ](/test-centres/tyne-and-wear/gateshead) - [ Gosforth 4.7 km away ](/test-centres/tyne-and-wear/gosforth) - [ South Shields 13.6 km away ](/test-centres/tyne-and-wear/south-shields) - [ Sunderland 17.5 km away ](/test-centres/tyne-and-wear/sunderland) - [ Blyth 19.4 km away ](/test-centres/uk/blyth) Driving Test Cancellations Helping learner drivers across the UK find earlier test dates. 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