--- title: "Lancing Driving Test Centre | West Sussex | 61.4% Pass Rate" description: "Lancing driving test centre in West Sussex — 61.4% 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": "West Sussex", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/west-sussex" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Lancing" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Lancing Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/west-sussex/lancing", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "49 Chartwell Road, Lancing Business Park, Lancing, West Sussex", "postalCode": "BN15 8TU", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 50.831, "longitude": -0.322 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can a driving instructor sit in on the test?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, your driving instructor can sit in on your test, provided there's enough space in the car and they agree to do so. Many learners find this reassuring, as their instructor can offer feedback afterwards." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I cancel or reschedule my test at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can cancel or reschedule your driving test at Lancing directly through the DVSA website. You'll need your driving licence number and your theory test pass certificate number to make changes." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How soon can I rebook if I fail?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "If you fail your driving test at Lancing, you must wait at least 10 working days before you can rebook another test. This waiting period allows you time to practice and improve on areas identified during your previous test." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I change my test to this centre after booking?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, you can change your test to Lancing Driving Test Centre after booking, subject to availability. You can do this via the DVSA website using your booking reference and driving licence number." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the test routes like at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Test routes from Lancing Driving Test Centre typically involve a mix of urban and semi-rural roads. They often cover areas around Grinstead Lane, the A27, and residential streets, testing a range of driving skills." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What identification do I need to bring?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You must bring your provisional driving licence to your test. 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Lancing # Lancing Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in West Sussex. ## Quick facts - 49 Chartwell Road, Lancing Business Park, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 8TU - Pass rate: **61.4%** (2023-24) - County: **West Sussex** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=50.831&mlon=-0.322#map=15/50.831/-0.322) ## About Lancing Test Centre Lancing Driving Test Centre is conveniently located at the rear of unit 1, Spencer Road Trading Estate, Spencer Road, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 8UA. This presents a unique mix of urban and semi-rural driving challenges. Test routes frequently include areas around Grinstead Lane and the busy A27, assessing a learner's ability to handle varying speed limits and complex junctions. Examiners will also likely incorporate residential streets in North Lancing, testing फॉर observation skills due to parked cars and potential hazards. The centre's location in West Sussex means that candidates should be prepared for diverse road conditions, from quiet residential areas to more demanding main roads. The local pass rates, while not exceptionally high, are broadly in line with the national average, suggesting a fair and consistent testing environment. Learners who practice in a variety of traffic conditions and familiarise themselves with common road features in Lancing will be well-prepared for their test. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Lancing Finding driving test cancellations at Lancing Driving Test Centre can give you an earlier test date. Learners often face long waiting times for a test slot here due to high demand. Our service constantly monitors the DVSA booking system for any new cancellations that become available at Lancing. This means that if an earlier slot opens up, you can be notified instantly. Instead of repeatedly checking the DVSA website yourself, Find Me A Driving Test does the work 24/7, increasing your chances of securing a more convenient test time at Lancing Driving Test Centre. [Get cancellation alerts for Lancing](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Lancing ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Lancing, from 2017-18 to 2023-24 (DVSA data). Between 2017-18 and 2023-24, the pass rate at Lancing has improved, moving from 53.6% to 61.4% (up 7.8 percentage points). It peaked at 61.4% in 2023-24 and was lowest at 47.4% in 2019-20, with a long-run average of 53.1%. 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 2023-24 61.4% 2022-23 57.7% 2021-22 52.9% 2020-21 50.4% 2019-20 47.4% 2018-19 48.6% 2017-18 53.6% ## Frequently asked questions ### Can a driving instructor sit in on the test? ### How do I cancel or reschedule my test at this centre? ### How soon can I rebook if I fail? ### 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? ## Nearby alternative test centres - [ Worthing 4.1 km away ](/test-centres/west-sussex/worthing) - [ Burgess Hill 19.3 km away ](/test-centres/uk/burgess-hill) - [ Chichester 32.1 km away ](/test-centres/west-sussex/chichester) - [ Crawley 32.3 km away ](/test-centres/west-sussex/crawley) - [ Eastbourne 43.6 km away ](/test-centres/east-sussex/eastbourne) Driving Test Cancellations Helping learner drivers across the UK find earlier test dates. 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