Chippenham Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Chippenham recorded a 56.4% pass rate across 9,629 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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Chippenham Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Chippenham | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 56.4% | 50% | +6.4 pp |
| Male | 57.2% | 50% | +7.2 pp |
| Female | 55.6% | 50% | +5.6 pp |
| First Attempt | 56% | 50% | +6.0 pp |
| Automatic | 50.6% | 50% | +0.6 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
47%
2021/22
45.9%
2022/23
46.4%
2023/24
47.6%
2024/25
50.6%
2025/26
56.4%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
9,629
Total
5,116
Male
4,513
Female
204 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Chippenham 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Chippenham.
For context, the DVSA recorded 9,629 tests here with an overall pass rate of 56.4% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 56%. 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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Chippenham Test Routes
We have mapped 33 real driving test routes used at Chippenham (SN14 6LH). Routes range from 6.6 km (16 mins) to 18.4 km (33 mins), with an average distance of 13.2 km taking around 29 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
29 min
Avg Duration
13.2 km
Avg Distance
9
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 6.6 km | 16 min |
| #2 | 14.7 km | 34 min |
| #3 | 17 km | 37 min |
| #4 | 15 km | 36 min |
| #5 | 13.5 km | 31 min |
| #6 | 12.8 km | 27 min |
| #7 | 12.5 km | 29 min |
| #8 | 13.4 km | 31 min |
| #9 | 14.8 km | 32 min |
| #10 | 16.4 km | 35 min |
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Roads Used in Chippenham Test Routes
Across all 33 routes, examiners at Chippenham use 89 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Chippenham
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Maintaining tyre grip on leaf-covered lanes during autumn months
- Navigating extremely narrow lanes where reversing may be necessary to let vehicles pass
- Navigating through historic market towns with narrow streets and tight corners
- Watching for ponies and livestock roaming freely on unfenced moorland roads
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 56.4% recorded pass rate at Chippenham was 6.4 percentage points above 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 Chippenham
Expert Tips
- 1
Build clutch control for the steep coastal and inland hills found around south-west centres.
- 2
Practise judging the width of your vehicle in narrow lanes where hedgerows brush both sides.
- 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
Practise driving through residential areas where parked cars create pinch points requiring you to judge priority.
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 Chippenham
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trowbridge | 10.5 miles | 55.2% | Easy |
| Swindon | 15.9 miles | 51.1% | Above Average |
| Swindon LGV | 15.9 miles | 24.7% | Hard |
| Bristol (Kingswood) | 16.9 miles | 51.9% | Above Average |
| Bristol (Avonmouth) | 25 miles | 55.5% | Easy |
Frequently Asked Questions About Chippenham
What is the pass rate at Chippenham?+
The recorded pass rate at Chippenham is 56.4%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 9,629 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 57.2% and the female pass rate is 55.6%.
Is Chippenham a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 56.4%, 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 Chippenham have?+
Route coverage at Chippenham 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 Chippenham?+
Our preparation guide lists residential, market town streets, roundabouts, narrow lanes. 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 Chippenham?+
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 Chippenham compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Trowbridge (55.2%, 10.5 miles away); Swindon (51.1%, 15.9 miles away); Swindon LGV (24.7%, 15.9 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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