Practice for Your Driving Test at Chorley

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

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Chorley
Rossall Road,, Chorley
PR6 0BT
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Map of the area around Chorley driving test centre, PR6 0BT

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

About Chorley Driving Test Centre

The Chorley driving test centre is located at Rossall Road,, Chorley, PR6 0BT. The surrounding 2km includes 119km of drivable roads — including A-roads A6, B6228, A581, A674. 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.

Chorley Pass Rate & Statistics

48.5%
Pass Rate
0.8% below the national average of 49.3%
3,458
Tests Conducted
Apr 2024 – Mar 2025
1,677
Candidates Passed
Out of 3,458 tests taken
Chorley
48.5%
National Average
49.3%

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

Roads & Junctions Around Chorley 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:

63
Roundabouts
51
Traffic Light Junctions
201
Pedestrian Crossings
119km
Of Drivable Roads

Major Roads on Test Routes from Chorley

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
67.6km of road
30
27.3km of road
40
2.6km of road
50
2.2km of road
60
2.4km of road

Nearest motorway: M61 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 Chorley

How to Practise at Chorley

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I practise for my driving test at Chorley?
DriveSim UK lets you drive on real roads near Chorley test centre in a 3D simulator. Click "Start Driving" above and explore the area around PR6 0BT.
What is the pass rate at Chorley?
The pass rate at Chorley is 48.5%, based on DVSA data for Apr 2024 – Mar 2025. This is below the national average of 49.3%. A total of 3,458 tests were conducted, with 1,677 candidates passing.
Is Chorley an easy test centre?
Chorley has an average pass rate at 48.5% 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 Chorley?
3,458 driving tests were conducted at Chorley during Apr 2024 – Mar 2025, with 1,677 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 Chorley driving test include motorway driving?
The M61 runs within 0.5km of Chorley, 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 Chorley?
There are 63 roundabouts within 2km of Chorley (63 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 Chorley test?
Roads near Chorley mostly operate at 20mph. Within 2km the speed-zone breakdown is: 20mph (67.6km), 30mph (27.3km), 40mph (2.6km), 60mph (2.4km). Practise transitions between speed limits — examiners watch for appropriate speed changes.
Which roads are used on Chorley test routes?
The main named roads within the Chorley test radius include A6, B6228, A581, A674, B5251. 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 Chorley test routes?
Yes — there are approximately 201 pedestrian crossings within 2km of Chorley. 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 Chorley?
You can explore real roads around PR6 0BT in photorealistic 3D — covering 119km of drivable surface within 2km of the test centre. Roundabouts are common on routes from this centre — 63 within 2km. 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:

Roundabout RulesLane selection & signallingCommon Test FaultsTop 10 reasons people failStopping DistancesHighway Code Rule 126Parallel ParkingStep-by-step guideRoad Signs QuizTest your knowledgeShow Me Tell MeAll 19 DVSA questions

Other Test Centres Near Chorley

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