Southend-on-Sea driving test centre
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Test centre address: The Tickfield Centre, Tickfield Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, Essex SS2 6LL
Southend's driving test centre is at the Tickfield Centre on Tickfield Avenue, just north of the town centre. It's the only test centre in Southend, covering learners in Westcliff, Leigh-on-Sea, Thorpe Bay, Shoeburyness, Southchurch and Rochford.
7,526 car tests were taken there in a year, and its pass rate is 47%, below the 50% across Great Britain.
Basildon is about 10 miles away and Tilbury about 16. Both are listed further down the page.
How long is the wait at Southend-on-Sea driving test centre?
If you book at Southend-on-Sea on your own, the first week with a good choice of free dates is 24+ weeks away. That's about the same as most test centres.
You don't have to wait that out or keep checking yourself. Earlier dates come free as driving test cancellations, when other learners move or cancel theirs, and we watch for them on your behalf. We usually find learners an earlier test date within 1 to 2 weeks of signing up, and often within a few days. The test itself may still be a few weeks away, but it's earlier than the date you'd get booking on your own.
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What's the pass rate at Southend-on-Sea?
In the latest official figures, 47% of driving tests at Southend-on-Sea were passes. That's lower than the 50% across Great Britain. The year before, it was 48.1%.
Pass rates depend on a lot of things, including how busy the roads are and how ready people are on the day, so don't read too much into a few points either way.
How we help you find an earlier test at Southend-on-Sea
- Tell us what you needPick Southend-on-Sea and the months you can do. It takes about two minutes.
- We look for youWe look for earlier dates at Southend-on-Sea, so you don't have to keep checking.
- We let you knowAs soon as we find an earlier date, we alert you by SMS and WhatsApp.
Getting an earlier test at Southend-on-Sea
Tell us you want Southend-on-Sea and the months you can do. We'll look for an earlier date and alert you by SMS and WhatsApp as soon as we find one. Want it? Reply YES. Not for you? Reply NO and we'll keep looking.
Already have a test booked? You don't need to cancel it. We can look for an earlier date and move it for you.
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Driving test centres near Southend-on-Sea
How Southend-on-Sea compares with the closest centres. Distances are in a straight line, so the drive may be a little further.
| Test centre | Distance | Pass rate | Wait on your own |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southend-on-Sea | This centre | 47% | 24+ weeks |
| Basildon | 9.9 miles | 49.1% | 24+ weeks |
| Gillingham (Kent) | 13.8 miles | 56.4% | 23.8 weeks |
| Tilbury | 16.4 miles | 50.4% | 24+ weeks |
| Chelmsford | 16.7 miles | 55.4% | 24+ weeks |
| Brentwood | 18.2 miles | 48.5% | 24+ weeks |
Questions about Southend-on-Sea test centre
Do last minute dates come up at Southend-on-Sea?
Yes, short notice dates do come free here. We'll ring you as well as sending an SMS and WhatsApp, since a date days away needs an answer quickly.
How long will I be waiting for a test at Southend-on-Sea?
Booking on your own, the first week with a good choice of free dates is 24+ weeks away. Through us, an earlier date usually appears within 1 to 2 weeks of signing up.
How tough is the test at Southend-on-Sea?
In the latest official figures 47% of car tests there were passes, below the 50% across Great Britain. Seafront and town traffic can be heavy, especially in summer.
What's the address for Southend-on-Sea test centre?
The Tickfield Centre, Tickfield Avenue, SS2 6LL. Parking on site is limited, so allow a few extra minutes. Tests moved here from Prittlewell Chase a long time ago, though some websites still list the old address.
Can I move my Southend-on-Sea test to a sooner date?
Dates free up when other learners cancel or move theirs. Tell us the months you can do and we'll alert you by SMS and WhatsApp when one comes up.
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Figures from the official driving test statistics published on GOV.UK.