Ipswich Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Ipswich recorded a 62.3% pass rate across 11,466 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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Ipswich Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Ipswich | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 62.3% | 50% | +12.3 pp |
| Male | 62.2% | 50% | +12.2 pp |
| Female | 62.5% | 50% | +12.5 pp |
| First Attempt | 63% | 50% | +13.0 pp |
| Automatic | 56.4% | 50% | +6.4 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
57.2%
2021/22
58.5%
2022/23
61.8%
2023/24
59.9%
2024/25
63.1%
2025/26
62.3%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
11,466
Total
6,628
Male
4,838
Female
550 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Ipswich 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Ipswich.
For context, the DVSA recorded 11,466 tests here with an overall pass rate of 62.3% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 63%. 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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Ipswich Test Routes
We have mapped 22 real driving test routes used at Ipswich (IP1 1BQ). Routes range from 10.5 km (25 mins) to 22.4 km (39 mins), with an average distance of 15.4 km taking around 32 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
32 min
Avg Duration
15.4 km
Avg Distance
10
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 13.1 km | 33 min |
| #2 | 13.2 km | 33 min |
| #6 | 13.8 km | 34 min |
| #13 | 20.6 km | 36 min |
| #14 | 16.8 km | 39 min |
| #15 | 17 km | 34 min |
| #16 | 22.4 km | 39 min |
| #17 | 16.6 km | 39 min |
| #18 | 18.5 km | 29 min |
| #19 | 11.9 km | 28 min |
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Roads Used in Ipswich Test Routes
Across all 22 routes, examiners at Ipswich use 111 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Ipswich
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Dealing with crosswinds on exposed roads across flat terrain
- Coping with poor road surfaces on minor rural roads
- Waiting patiently at level crossings without losing concentration
- Navigating narrow streets in historic market towns with tight turning radii
- Dealing with the volume of traffic typical of a busy urban centre handling 10,724 tests per year
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 62.3% recorded pass rate at Ipswich was 12.3 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 Ipswich
Expert Tips
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Practise judging overtaking distances on flat roads where perspective can be misleading.
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Build experience handling crosswinds, which are a genuine factor on exposed fen and coastal roads.
- 3
Practise maintaining accurate speed on long straight roads where the flat terrain makes limits hard to judge.
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Get comfortable with multi-lane roundabouts by understanding your lane choice well before you reach the roundabout.
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Build your ability to make progress when safe, as driving too slowly or timidly is itself a test fault.
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 Ipswich
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colchester | 15.9 miles | 50.6% | Above Average |
| Clacton-on-Sea | 18.6 miles | 48.2% | Below Average |
| Bury St Edmunds | 22.7 miles | 46.2% | Below Average |
| Chelmsford (Hanbury Road) | 36.6 miles | 44.7% | Hard |
| Lowestoft(Mobbs Way) | 38.1 miles | 43.3% | Hard |
Frequently Asked Questions About Ipswich
What is the pass rate at Ipswich?+
The recorded pass rate at Ipswich is 62.3%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 11,466 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 62.2% and the female pass rate is 62.5%.
Is Ipswich a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 62.3%, 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 Ipswich have?+
Route coverage at Ipswich 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 Ipswich?+
Our preparation guide lists level crossings, market town streets, roundabouts, 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 Ipswich?+
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 Ipswich compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Colchester (50.6%, 15.9 miles away); Clacton-on-Sea (48.2%, 18.6 miles away); Bury St Edmunds (46.2%, 22.7 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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