Camborne Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Camborne recorded a 40.6% pass rate across 6,271 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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Camborne Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Camborne | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 40.6% | 50% | -9.4 pp |
| Male | 41.4% | 50% | -8.6 pp |
| Female | 39.8% | 50% | -10.2 pp |
| First Attempt | 37.8% | 50% | -12.2 pp |
| Automatic | 30% | 50% | -20.0 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
45.6%
2021/22
47.9%
2022/23
42.9%
2023/24
41.3%
2024/25
41.3%
2025/26
40.6%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
6,271
Total
3,238
Male
3,033
Female
14 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Camborne 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Camborne.
For context, the DVSA recorded 6,271 tests here with an overall pass rate of 40.6% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 37.8%. 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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Camborne Test Routes
We have mapped 12 real driving test routes used at Camborne (TR15 3RP). Routes range from 10.2 km (25 mins) to 19.3 km (26 mins), with an average distance of 13.5 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
30 min
Avg Duration
13.5 km
Avg Distance
5
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 10.2 km | 25 min |
| #4 | 13.2 km | 30 min |
| #6 | 10.3 km | 24 min |
| #8 | 11.6 km | 27 min |
| #10 | 16.3 km | 38 min |
| #12 | 19.3 km | 26 min |
| #14 | 11.9 km | 31 min |
| #15 | 12.2 km | 24 min |
| #18 | 11.7 km | 29 min |
| #19 | 16.6 km | 36 min |
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Roads Used in Camborne Test Routes
Across all 12 routes, examiners at Camborne use 87 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Camborne
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Maintaining tyre grip on leaf-covered lanes during autumn months
- Judging speed on rolling terrain where gradients change frequently
- Navigating extremely narrow lanes where reversing may be necessary to let vehicles pass
- Responding to horse riders and slow-moving farm vehicles on country roads
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 40.6% recorded pass rate at Camborne was 9.4 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 Camborne
Expert Tips
- 1
Practise judging the width of your vehicle in narrow lanes where hedgerows brush both sides.
- 2
Build clutch control for the steep coastal and inland hills found around south-west centres.
- 3
Practise wet-weather driving, as the south-west receives above-average rainfall.
- 4
Build confidence with T-junctions on busy roads where gaps in traffic may be brief.
- 5
Get comfortable with mini-roundabouts, common in suburban areas and testing your observation and timing.
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 Camborne
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penzance | 12.3 miles | 46.5% | Below Average |
| Bodmin | 30.9 miles | 47.5% | Below Average |
| Isles of Scilly | 48.5 miles | 75% | Easy |
| Launceston | 50.6 miles | 46.3% | Below Average |
| Plymouth | 52.2 miles | 40.7% | Hard |
Looking for a higher pass rate? Some nearby centres have better statistics. Compare options above to find the best fit for you.
View all centres in South WestFrequently Asked Questions About Camborne
What is the pass rate at Camborne?+
The recorded pass rate at Camborne is 40.6%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 6,271 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 41.4% and the female pass rate is 39.8%.
Is Camborne a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 40.6%, 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 Camborne have?+
Route coverage at Camborne 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 Camborne?+
Our preparation guide lists harbour roads, roundabouts, narrow lanes, residential. 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 Camborne?+
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 Camborne compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Penzance (46.5%, 12.3 miles away); Bodmin (47.5%, 30.9 miles away); Isles of Scilly (75%, 48.5 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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