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Motorcycle Module 1 Test Centre, England

Norwich (Peachman Way) Driving Test Centre

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Norwich (Peachman Way) in Norwich, England has a current pass rate of 85.3%, 12.3 points above the UK average of 73%. This page breaks down the multi-year trend, the first-time and gender pass rates, the waiting time and how it compares with the rest of the UK, all from the DVSA quarterly data.

By Vikas DulgundeUpdated MethodologySources
Pass rate (2024-25)
85.3%
vs 73% UK avg
Tests in period
2.5K
2022-23 to 2024-25 (3yr avg)
National rank
#2
of 72 centres
1st-time pass
N/A
DVSA omits this centre from DRT122C

DVSA data last updated July 2026

Compare and decide

Norwich (Peachman Way) sits in the top 10% of UK motorcycle module 1 pass rates nationally (Top 3%, rank #2 of 72). No nearby motorcycle module 1 centre currently posts a higher pass rate.

NorwichNearest alternative
4.2 mi away
79.4%
-5.9 pp
All centres in Norwich→See every centre on the map→Best centre for me→

Pass vs fail at a glance

85.3%passed
failed14.7%

All-time 5.8K passed, 1.3K failed, 7.0K total

How Norwich (Peachman Way) compares

Norwich (Peachman Way)
85.3%
UK national average
73%
Difference
+12.3 pp

Norwich (Peachman Way) clears the UK average by 12.3 points and sits ranked 2 of 72 in its category. That margin says more about its route mix than about marking, the DVSA standard is identical everywhere.

Where Norwich (Peachman Way) ranks among 72 centres

Top 3%
Norwich (Peachman Way) ranks higher than 97% of UK motorcycle module 1 test centres
Rank
#2
BestMedianHardest

Pass-rate trend by year

The direction of travel here is upward: Norwich (Peachman Way) has added 7.3 points since 2017-18, from 78.6% to 85.9%, with its strongest year at 86.6% in 2020-21.

Pass rate by demographic

Male vs female pass rate gap 18.0 pp
Male84.3%
0%100%
Female66.3%
0%100%
Zero faults0%
0 candidates have passed without a single recorded fault across all DVSA periods

Estimated wait time and demand

Estimated wait
10 to 14 weeks
Moderate demand
Weekly capacity
~18
estimated test slots per week
Demand
Moderate
around the middle of the range

Booking is achievable but not immediate: on this estimate, learners booking at Norwich (Peachman Way) would typically wait around 10 to 14 weeks from booking to test day.

Peak months
June, July, August, September
when UK waits tend to be longest
Best to book
November, December, January, February
when UK waits tend to be shortest

This wait is an estimate modelled from regional demand and this centre's test volume, not a live booking figure. See how it is worked out on our methodology page, and check the DVSA booking service for live slots.

Centre details

Address

Jupiter Road
Hellesdon
Norwich
NR6 6SS
England

Source: DVSA find a driving test centre (Open Government Licence v3.0), captured 2026-05-12.

Tests offered at Norwich (Peachman Way)

  • Motorcycle Module 1

Accessibility & facilities

Wheelchair accessible per DVSA

Parking and toilet details aren't included in DVSA's published feed. For the current on-site facilities, check the DVSA find a driving test centre tool with postcode NR6 6SS, or call DVSA Customer Services on 0300 200 1122.

About this test centre

Of the DVSA motorcycle module 1 centres across England, Norwich (Peachman Way) is the one covering Norwich, Norfolk. The routes are built around the roads the centre's examiners can reach inside the test's time budget. Across 2017-18-2024-25 the DVSA recorded 7.0K tests at Norwich (Peachman Way). A solid mid-range sample, the data is reliable enough that the rank position below isn't an artefact of small numbers.

If you've been told Norwich (Peachman Way) is "an easy centre" or "a hard one", the data won't fully back that. 85.3% is 12.3 points clear of the UK motorcycle module 1 average of 73%, which is rank #2 out of 72. DVSA doesn't break out first-attempt figures for Norwich (Peachman Way) in DRT122C, so the split between first-time and retake pass rates isn't published for this centre.

All figures shown are aggregated from the DVSA quarterly statistical release covering the most recent reporting periods available. Pass-rate calculations exclude tests cancelled by the candidate or examiner. Sample sizes and methodology are described in the source attribution at the foot of this page.

Country
England
Test category
Motorcycle Module 1

What learners should know about Norwich (Peachman Way)

  • Norwich (Peachman Way) passes higher than the UK average, but the marking sheet is identical to every other DVSA centre. The bias is in the local road mix (less traffic, simpler junction geometry); the standard is national.
  • If you can, take at least one lesson with an instructor who specifically works the Norwich (Peachman Way) area. Local instructors know which nearby junctions are demanding and will drill them.
  • If you missed the earlier slots at Norwich (Peachman Way), cancellations appear on the official DVSA booking service throughout the day. Check at off-peak times (early morning, late evening) for the best chance of catching one.

Other test centres nearby

NorwichBest nearby
4.2 mi, 6.2K tests, Rank #10
79.4%
-5.9 pp
Ipswich
40.9 mi, 15.5K tests, Rank #16
77.8%
-7.5 pp
Kings Lynn
41.8 mi, 5.4K tests, Rank #20
76.9%
-8.4 pp
Herne Bay
87.8 mi, 10.3K tests, Rank #21
76.9%
-8.4 pp
Cambridge (Hardwick)
60.7 mi, 18.1K tests, Rank #14
78%
-7.3 pp
Basildon
83.2 mi, 21.3K tests, Rank #41
72.3%
-13.0 pp
See all centres in Norwich→Easiest UK centres→Hardest UK centres→Best for first-time pass→Busiest UK centres→

Frequently asked questions

What is the pass rate at Norwich (Peachman Way)?
The current pass rate at Norwich (Peachman Way) driving test centre is 85.3%, calculated from 2.5K tests in 2022-23 to 2024-25 (3yr avg). DVSA does not publish first-attempt figures for this centre. Across all DVSA reporting periods on record, the lifetime average is 82.1% (from 7.0K tests).
Is Norwich (Peachman Way) an easy or hard test centre?
Norwich (Peachman Way) is ranked #2 of 72 UK motorcycle module 1 test centres by pass rate, placing it in the top 10% of UK motorcycle module 1 pass rates nationally. Its pass rate of 85.3% compares to a UK average of 73%. Much of the spread comes down to route geography: lighter traffic and simpler junctions lift a centre, dense city driving and complex roundabouts pull it down.
How does Norwich (Peachman Way) compare to the UK average?
Norwich (Peachman Way)'s pass rate is 12.3 percentage points above the UK national average of 73%. Norwich (Peachman Way) clears the UK average by 12.3 points and sits ranked 2 of 72 in its category. That margin says more about its route mix than about marking, the DVSA standard is identical everywhere.
How many driving tests does Norwich (Peachman Way) record?
Norwich (Peachman Way) has recorded 7.0K tests in the available DVSA data, of which 5.8K passed and 1.3K failed. The yearly trend chart on this page shows how volume and pass rate have moved across recent reporting periods.
Which driving test centres are near Norwich (Peachman Way)?
The closest DVSA test centres to Norwich (Peachman Way) are Norwich (79.4%), Ipswich (77.8%), Kings Lynn (76.9%) and Herne Bay (76.9%). Norwich (Peachman Way)'s 85.3% is the highest current pass rate among them. Norwich, Ipswich, Kings Lynn, Herne Bay sit lower. You can compare every nearby centre in the "Other test centres nearby" section above, or see them all on the interactive PassRates map.
When is the best time to book a test at Norwich (Peachman Way)?
Norwich (Peachman Way) currently sees moderate demand with an estimated wait of about 10 to 14 weeks. Across the UK, waits tend to ease in November, December, January, when fewer learners are booking, and peak in June, July, August. Where you can be flexible on dates, targeting one of the quieter months tends to bring a shorter wait and a wider choice of slots. Always confirm live availability on the DVSA booking service.
How do I book a test at Norwich (Peachman Way) and what do I need?
Book your practical test through the official DVSA service at gov.uk/book-driving-test, then choose Norwich (Peachman Way) as your centre. You will need your provisional licence number and your theory test pass certificate number. Our guides cover how to book step by step and how faults are marked.
How long is the wait for a driving test at Norwich (Peachman Way)?
The estimated wait at Norwich (Peachman Way) is about 10 to 14 weeks (moderate demand). That range is modelled from regional demand patterns reported in the National Audit Office investigation into car driving test waiting times, the DVSA Despatch blog updates, and this centre's test volume of 7.0K lifetime tests, so treat it as an estimate rather than a live figure. Across the UK, waits peak in June and July and ease in November and December. For live availability, check the official DVSA booking service.
Source

Data: DVSA quarterly statistical release, released under the Open Government Licence v3.0. PassRates.uk aggregates DVSA centre-level totals across reporting periods.

Edited by Vikas. DVSA data period: 2024-25.