Blackburn with Darwen Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Blackburn with Darwen recorded a 46.6% pass rate across 12,205 tests in April 2025 - March 2026. Compare the results below, check nearby centres and plan local road practice with turn-by-turn voice navigation. Historical results describe previous tests; they do not predict your result.
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Blackburn with Darwen Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Blackburn with Darwen | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 46.6% | 50% | -3.4 pp |
| Male | 48.2% | 50% | -1.8 pp |
| Female | 44.6% | 50% | -5.4 pp |
| First Attempt | 45.5% | 50% | -4.5 pp |
| Automatic | 45.7% | 50% | -4.3 pp |
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026. Each category is compared with the national overall rate, not its own national subgroup. Differences are percentage points (pp).
Pass Rate by Age (17-25)
Historical Pass Rate Trend
2019/20
43.8%
2021/22
46.1%
2022/23
46.6%
2023/24
46.9%
2024/25
47.8%
2025/26
46.6%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
12,205
Total
6,726
Male
5,479
Female
101 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Blackburn with Darwen reviews: what to check before your test
Learner reviews can help you spot practical details such as finding the entrance and arriving on time. A review of one test is not a measure of examiner leniency or your chance of passing. We do not publish a verified review rating for Blackburn with Darwen.
For context, the DVSA recorded 12,205 tests here with an overall pass rate of 46.6% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 45.5%. Compare those figures with the full statistics above, rather than a handful of anecdotes.
- Check the review date and that it refers to this exact test-centre location.
- Use your booking confirmation to confirm arrival instructions and required documents.
- Ask your instructor which local roads and junctions to practise. Conditions and test routes can change.
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Blackburn with Darwen Test Routes
We have mapped 31 real driving test routes used at Blackburn with Darwen (BB3 0AB). Routes range from 9.8 km (24 mins) to 18.4 km (34 mins), with an average distance of 13.2 km taking around 30 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
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Avg Duration
13.2 km
Avg Distance
6
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 14.7 km | 35 min |
| #2 | 14.2 km | 33 min |
| #3 | 12.4 km | 29 min |
| #4 | 17.3 km | 31 min |
| #5 | 11.6 km | 26 min |
| #6 | 14.6 km | 32 min |
| #7 | 12.6 km | 30 min |
| #8 | 18.3 km | 34 min |
| #12 | 14.6 km | 33 min |
| #13 | 17.6 km | 32 min |
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Roads Used in Blackburn with Darwen Test Routes
Across all 31 routes, examiners at Blackburn with Darwen use 172 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Blackburn with Darwen
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Responding to tram lines in areas that have light rail systems
- Navigating narrow terraced streets with parked cars limiting visibility
- Reading unfamiliar road layouts where historic street patterns override modern standards
- Maintaining lane discipline approaching large retail park roundabouts
- Dealing with the volume of traffic typical of a busy urban centre handling 8,885 tests per year
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 46.6% recorded pass rate at Blackburn with Darwen was 3.4 percentage points below the 50% national figure for April 2025 - March 2026. This compares previous candidates, not equivalent drivers taking tests at different centres. It does not establish that the examiner, roads or transmission caused the difference, and it cannot predict your result.
Road Types to Prepare For
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How to Pass Your Driving Test at Blackburn with Darwen
Expert Tips
- 1
Practise wet-weather driving, as the north-west has some of the highest rainfall in England.
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Get used to tram line crossings if your centre is in the Greater Manchester Metrolink area.
- 3
Practise merging with fast-moving traffic on dual carriageways near motorway connections.
- 4
Build your ability to make progress when safe, as driving too slowly or timidly is itself a test fault.
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Get comfortable with multi-lane roundabouts by understanding your lane choice well before you reach the roundabout.
Best Time to Test
We do not have verified pass rates by appointment time or live availability for this centre. Choose a slot that works with your instructor and practise in varied traffic and weather. No appointment time guarantees an easier test.
Test Centres Near Blackburn with Darwen
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chorley | 6.7 miles | 52.8% | Above Average |
| Bolton (Manchester) | 8.6 miles | 51.8% | Above Average |
| Bury (Manchester) | 10.2 miles | 46.3% | Below Average |
| Preston | 10.2 miles | 56.3% | Easy |
| Atherton (Manchester) | 12.7 miles | 44.3% | Hard |
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View all centres in North WestFrequently Asked Questions About Blackburn with Darwen
What is the pass rate at Blackburn with Darwen?+
The recorded pass rate at Blackburn with Darwen is 46.6%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 12,205 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 48.2% and the female pass rate is 44.6%.
Is Blackburn with Darwen a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 46.6%, compared with 50% nationally during April 2025 - March 2026. Rates describe previous candidates and do not isolate road difficulty or examiner behaviour. Your preparation and safe driving matter more than a centre ranking.
How many test routes does Blackburn with Darwen have?+
Route coverage at Blackburn with Darwen can change. You can explore available practice routes with turn-by-turn navigation in the Test Routes Expert app.
What roads are commonly used at Blackburn with Darwen?+
Our preparation guide lists terraced streets, steep hills, A-roads, residential, roundabouts. Ask your instructor which apply to your local practice. Available route examples can help you prepare, but the examiner can change roads and directions on test day.
What's the best time to take a driving test at Blackburn with Darwen?+
We do not have verified pass rates by appointment time or live availability for this centre. Choose a slot that works with your instructor and practise in varied traffic and weather. No appointment time guarantees an easier test.
How does Blackburn with Darwen compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Chorley (52.8%, 6.7 miles away); Bolton (Manchester) (51.8%, 8.6 miles away); Bury (Manchester) (46.3%, 10.2 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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