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Driving Test Pass Rates in Barnstaple

Barnstaple has 2 DVSA driving test centres with an average pass rate of 57.8%. Compare each one below — the table is sorted with the highest pass rate first (centres with fewer than 500 tests on record are listed last to avoid small-sample skew).

Centres
2
Avg pass rate
57.8%
UK average
48%
for comparison
Total tests
8.0K
lifetime

All test centres in Barnstaple

About these statistics

Pass rates shown above are aggregated across all available years of DVSA quarterly statistical data for each centre. The best-performing centre in Barnstaple is Barnstaple at 83.3%, and the toughest is Barnstaple at 54.6%. Always factor in your own preparation, instructor recommendations, and route familiarity — pass rates are a useful signal, not a guarantee.

Frequently asked questions

How many driving test centres are in Barnstaple?

There are 2 DVSA driving test centres in Barnstaple.

Which Barnstaple test centre has the highest pass rate?

Barnstaple has the highest pass rate in Barnstaple at 83.3%.

What is the average driving test pass rate in Barnstaple?

Across the 2 test centres in Barnstaple, the average pass rate is 57.8% — compared to a UK national average of 48%.

How do I book a driving test in Barnstaple?

All UK driving tests are booked via the official DVSA service at gov.uk/book-driving-test. Choose from the centres listed above when selecting a location.

Source: DVSA quarterly statistical release · Open Government License v3.0 · Updated 2026-04-28