Basildon Driving Test Centre in Basildon
Welcome to your personalised guide for the Basildon Driving Test Centre. Explore tailored pass-rate forecasts, peak traffic windows for your chosen day, and everything you need to plan a confident driving test in Basildon.
How Basildon compares
Candidates testing here currently achieve a pass rate of 45.60%, which is slightly below the UK-wide average of 48.70%. Automatic car and first-attempt figures are shown for quick comparison.
- UK Overall Pass Rate
- 48.70%
- Basildon Overall
- 45.60%
- Basildon Automatic
- 38.59%
- Basildon 1st Attempt
- 45.33%
Additional breakdowns by gender are included below when data is available.
Male candidates
- UK male pass rate
- 49.50%
- Basildon male pass rate
- 46.50%
- Basildon male automatic
- 38.73%
- Basildon male first attempt
- 45.92%
Female candidates
- UK female pass rate
- 47.60%
- Basildon female pass rate
- 44.40%
- Basildon female automatic
- 38.50%
- Basildon female first attempt
- 44.56%
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Traffic Planner
Plan the calmest test slot with hourly traffic levels between 06:00 and 21:00 based on typical Google Maps conditions.
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Source: Google Maps
Tip: Nearby schools often create extra congestion around 08:30–09:30 and 15:00–16:00. Avoid those peaks where possible.
Key Tips for Passing at Basildon Driving Test Centre
- Familiarize yourself with the local roads and common test routes.
- Practice driving during the test centre's peak hours to get used to traffic conditions.
- Ensure you're comfortable with maneuvers that are frequently tested in this area.
- Consider taking a mock test with a local instructor.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the pass rate at Basildon Driving Test Centre?
- The pass rate is 45.60% as of 2025.
- How do I get to Basildon Driving Test Centre?
- Basildon Driving Test Centre is located at Paycocke Road, Basildon. You can view the map above for directions.
- When is the quietest time to book a test?
- Use the traffic planner on this page to check hourly congestion from 06:00–21:00. Aim for the green (low traffic) slots and steer clear of the amber/red periods that often align with school runs and evening rush hour.
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency data, last updated September 2025, licensed under the Open Government Licence