Sheffield (Handsworth) Driving Test Pass Rate
The Sheffield (Handsworth) driving test centre recorded a 44.1% car practical pass rate in April 2025 to March 2026, from 9,788 tests — that is 5.9 points below the national average of 50.0%.
Quick answer: Sheffield (Handsworth) has a 44.1% car driving test pass rate and ranks 280 of 317 UK test centres for April 2025 to March 2026.
Pass rate
44.1%
Tests conducted
9,788
National rank
280 / 317
vs national avg
-5.9 pts
How Sheffield (Handsworth) compares
At 44.1%, Sheffield (Handsworth) is 5.9 points below the national average (50.0%) for April 2025 to March 2026. It ranks 280 of 317 UK car test centres, where rank 1 is the highest pass rate. The examiner marks every candidate to the same national standard — a local pass rate mostly reflects road and traffic conditions, not an easier or harder exam.
Test centres with a similar pass rate
Centres nearest to Sheffield (Handsworth) in the national ranking — the closest peers by pass rate.
| Rank | Test centre | Pass rate | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 277 | Wanstead (London) | 44.4% | 8,258 |
| 278 | Atherton (Manchester) | 44.3% | 13,035 |
| 279 | Glasgow (Anniesland) | 44.3% | 6,170 |
| 281 | Crewe | 43.8% | 4,994 |
| 282 | Goodmayes (London) | 43.7% | 21,374 |
| 283 | Lowestoft(Mobbs Way) | 43.3% | 7,603 |
Frequently asked questions about Sheffield (Handsworth) test centre
What is the pass rate at Sheffield (Handsworth) test centre?
The car practical driving test pass rate at Sheffield (Handsworth) was 44.1% for April 2025 to March 2026, based on 9,788 tests recorded by the DVSA (table DRT122A). That is 5.9 points below the national average of 50.0%.
How does Sheffield (Handsworth) rank against other UK test centres?
Sheffield (Handsworth) ranks 280 out of 317 UK car test centres by pass rate for April 2025 to March 2026, where rank 1 is the highest pass rate.
How many driving tests were taken at Sheffield (Handsworth)?
9,788 car practical driving tests were conducted at Sheffield (Handsworth) during April 2025 to March 2026, according to DVSA table DRT122A.
Which test centres have a similar pass rate to Sheffield (Handsworth)?
Centres with a pass rate closest to Sheffield (Handsworth) (44.1%) include Atherton (Manchester), Glasgow (Anniesland), Crewe, Goodmayes (London). They sit nearest to it in the national ranking.
Is the driving test easier at Sheffield (Handsworth)?
Every examiner marks to the same national standard, so the test itself is no easier at Sheffield (Handsworth). Its 44.1% pass rate reflects local road and traffic conditions rather than a different exam.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), table DRT122A — Driving test and theory test data (cars). Reporting period April 2025 to March 2026. Last updated by the DVSA in June 2026. Retrieved 2026-06-25. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.