Practice for Your Driving Test at Chadderton

Explore the real roads around this test centre in photorealistic 3D before your big day.

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Chadderton
9 Broadgate, Broadway Business Park, Chadderton, Oldham
OL9 9XA
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Map of the area around Chadderton driving test centre, OL9 9XA

Map of the area around Chadderton test centre. © OpenStreetMap contributors.

About Chadderton Driving Test Centre

The Chadderton driving test centre is located at 9 Broadgate, Broadway Business Park, Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 9XA. The surrounding 2km includes 156km of drivable roads — including A-roads B6393, A663, A6104, B6189. With DriveSim UK, you can practise driving on the real roads around this test centre in a photorealistic 3D environment. Get familiar with local junctions, roundabouts, and residential streets — all from the comfort of your screen.

Chadderton Pass Rate & Statistics

49.6%
Pass Rate
0.3% above the national average of 49.3%
4,108
Tests Conducted
Apr 2024 – Mar 2025
2,038
Candidates Passed
Out of 4,108 tests taken
Chadderton
49.6%
National Average
49.3%

Based on DVSA data for Apr 2024 – Mar 2025. National average: 49.3%.

Roads & Junctions Around Chadderton Test Centre

Based on OpenStreetMap data within a 2km radius of the test centre, here's what you'll encounter on a typical test route:

32
Roundabouts
124
Traffic Light Junctions
277
Pedestrian Crossings
156km
Of Drivable Roads

Major Roads on Test Routes from Chadderton

Examiners commonly use these named roads in test routes from this centre:

Speed Zones You'll Drive Through

Total road length within 2km broken down by speed limit:

20
53.6km of road
30
26.7km of road
40
13.1km of road

Nearest motorway: M60 approx. 0.5km away. Close enough that test routes may include motorway-style dual carriageways.

Data: OpenStreetMap, refreshed monthly. Test centre routes are determined by individual examiners and may vary; this gives the typical mix of road types and junctions you'll encounter within driving distance of the centre.

What You Can Practise Near Chadderton

How to Practise at Chadderton

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I practise for my driving test at Chadderton?
DriveSim UK lets you drive on real roads near Chadderton test centre in a 3D simulator. Click "Start Driving" above and explore the area around OL9 9XA.
What is the pass rate at Chadderton?
The pass rate at Chadderton is 49.6%, based on DVSA data for Apr 2024 – Mar 2025. This is above the national average of 49.3%. A total of 4,108 tests were conducted, with 2,038 candidates passing.
Is Chadderton an easy test centre?
Chadderton has an average pass rate at 49.6% compared to the national average of 49.3%. Pass rates depend on many factors including local road complexity, traffic density, and candidate preparation — not the difficulty of the examiner.
How many driving tests are conducted at Chadderton?
4,108 driving tests were conducted at Chadderton during Apr 2024 – Mar 2025, with 2,038 candidates passing successfully.
Is DriveSim UK an official DVSA tool?
No. DriveSim is an independent educational simulator. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the DVSA or any government testing authority.
Does the Chadderton driving test include motorway driving?
The M60 runs within 0.5km of Chadderton, so test routes may include motorway-style dual carriageways or high-speed approach roads. Practice confident lane changes and merging before test day.
How many roundabouts are there near Chadderton?
There are 32 roundabouts within 2km of Chadderton (32 full, 0 mini). With this many roundabouts in the area, expect multiple roundabout manoeuvres on your test — lane selection and signalling are critical.
What speed limits should I expect on the Chadderton test?
Roads near Chadderton mostly operate at 20mph. Within 2km the speed-zone breakdown is: 20mph (53.6km), 30mph (26.7km), 40mph (13.1km). Practise transitions between speed limits — examiners watch for appropriate speed changes.
Which roads are used on Chadderton test routes?
The main named roads within the Chadderton test radius include B6393, A663, A6104, B6189, A669. Examiners regularly use these A-roads and B-roads on practical tests from this centre — familiarise yourself with their layouts, lane markings, and junction types.
Are there many pedestrian crossings on Chadderton test routes?
Yes — there are approximately 277 pedestrian crossings within 2km of Chadderton. Zebra, pelican, and signal-controlled crossings are all common test-route features here. Practise approaching crossings with early observation and controlled braking.
What roads can I practise on near Chadderton?
You can explore real roads around OL9 9XA in photorealistic 3D — covering 156km of drivable surface within 2km of the test centre. Traffic-light junctions dominate here — there are 124 signal-controlled junctions nearby. Practice the exact junctions and road layouts you'll see on test day.

Prepare for Your Test

Brush up on key skills before your driving test:

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Other Test Centres Near Chadderton

Cheetham Hill (Manchester)47.8% pass rateM8 0AL · 6 km awayRochdale (Manchester)46.4% pass rateOL16 5EB · 8.8 km awayBury (Manchester)48.7% pass rateBL9 6HH · 10.7 km awayBredbury (Manchester)45.5% pass rateSK6 2QT · 11.9 km awayWest Didsbury (Manchester)46.5% pass rateM21 7QY · 13.3 km away

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