Sheffield (Handsworth) Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Sheffield (Handsworth) recorded a 44.1% pass rate across 9,788 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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Sheffield (Handsworth) Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Sheffield (Handsworth) | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 44.1% | 50% | -5.9 pp |
| Male | 46.7% | 50% | -3.3 pp |
| Female | 40.9% | 50% | -9.1 pp |
| First Attempt | 44.7% | 50% | -5.3 pp |
| Automatic | 39.8% | 50% | -10.2 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
40.2%
2021/22
42.4%
2022/23
45%
2023/24
45.7%
2024/25
45.3%
2025/26
44.1%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
9,788
Total
5,422
Male
4,366
Female
76 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Sheffield (Handsworth) 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Sheffield (Handsworth).
For context, the DVSA recorded 9,788 tests here with an overall pass rate of 44.1% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 44.7%. 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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Sheffield (Handsworth) Test Routes
We have mapped 17 real driving test routes used at Sheffield (Handsworth) (S13 9BH). Routes range from 9.8 km (32 mins) to 21.4 km (33 mins), with an average distance of 15.2 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
30 min
Avg Duration
15.2 km
Avg Distance
6
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #2 | 17.8 km | 38 min |
| #5 | 20 km | 39 min |
| #6 | 15.1 km | 35 min |
| #7 | 19.1 km | 36 min |
| #10 | 14.5 km | 26 min |
| #11 | 12.4 km | 28 min |
| #12 | 11 km | 26 min |
| #13 | 18.8 km | 33 min |
| #14 | 9.8 km | 32 min |
| #15 | 12.3 km | 30 min |
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Roads Used in Sheffield (Handsworth) Test Routes
Across all 17 routes, examiners at Sheffield (Handsworth) use 141 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Sheffield (Handsworth)
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Maintaining control in crosswinds on elevated, exposed road sections
- Executing hill starts on steep gradients found throughout Yorkshire's towns
- Managing roundabouts on ring roads around Yorkshire's major cities
- Dealing with heavy goods vehicles on industrial estate approaches
- Dealing with the volume of traffic typical of a busy urban centre handling 9,283 tests per year
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 44.1% recorded pass rate at Sheffield (Handsworth) was 5.9 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 Sheffield (Handsworth)
Expert Tips
- 1
Build experience navigating ring-road roundabouts with heavy commercial vehicle traffic.
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Get comfortable with wet-weather and crosswind driving on exposed moorland stretches.
- 3
Practise driving between stone walls where passing oncoming vehicles requires precise positioning.
- 4
Get comfortable with multi-lane roundabouts by understanding your lane choice well before you reach the roundabout.
- 5
Work on clutch control for the frequent slow-speed manoeuvring required in urban test routes.
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 Sheffield (Handsworth)
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rotherham | 4.1 miles | 53.1% | Above Average |
| Sheffield (Middlewood Road) | 5.3 miles | 48.7% | Below Average |
| Chesterfield | 9.9 miles | 56.2% | Easy |
| Worksop | 12.2 miles | 55.2% | Easy |
| Barnsley | 12.7 miles | 58.5% | Easy |
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View all centres in Yorkshire and the HumberFrequently Asked Questions About Sheffield (Handsworth)
What is the pass rate at Sheffield (Handsworth)?+
The recorded pass rate at Sheffield (Handsworth) is 44.1%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 9,788 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 46.7% and the female pass rate is 40.9%.
Is Sheffield (Handsworth) a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 44.1%, 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 Sheffield (Handsworth) have?+
Route coverage at Sheffield (Handsworth) 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 Sheffield (Handsworth)?+
Our preparation guide lists industrial roads, moorland 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 Sheffield (Handsworth)?+
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 Sheffield (Handsworth) compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Rotherham (53.1%, 4.1 miles away); Sheffield (Middlewood Road) (48.7%, 5.3 miles away); Chesterfield (56.2%, 9.9 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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