Practice for Your Driving Test at Farnborough

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

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Farnborough
35 Hercules Way, Aerospace Boulevard, Unit C1, Cirrus, Farnborough
GU14 6UU
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Map of the area around Farnborough driving test centre, GU14 6UU

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

About Farnborough Driving Test Centre

The Farnborough driving test centre is located at 35 Hercules Way, Aerospace Boulevard, Unit C1, Cirrus, Farnborough, GU14 6UU. The surrounding 2km includes 71km of drivable roads — including A-roads A325, A327, A323, B3403. 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.

Farnborough Pass Rate & Statistics

52.2%
Pass Rate
2.9% above the national average of 49.3%
2,989
Tests Conducted
Apr 2024 – Mar 2025
1,560
Candidates Passed
Out of 2,989 tests taken
Farnborough
52.2%
National Average
49.3%

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

Roads & Junctions Around Farnborough 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:

37
Roundabouts
56
Traffic Light Junctions
394
Pedestrian Crossings
71km
Of Drivable Roads

Major Roads on Test Routes from Farnborough

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:

5
0.1km of road
10
1.0km of road
15
0.1km of road
20
7.6km of road
30
37.0km of road
40
8.6km of road
50
1.3km of road
60
8.7km of road

Nearest motorway: M3 approx. 3.4km away. Far enough that motorway driving is unlikely on a standard test, but useful to know for post-test confidence.

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 Farnborough

How to Practise at Farnborough

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I practise for my driving test at Farnborough?
DriveSim UK lets you drive on real roads near Farnborough test centre in a 3D simulator. Click "Start Driving" above and explore the area around GU14 6UU.
What is the pass rate at Farnborough?
The pass rate at Farnborough is 52.2%, based on DVSA data for Apr 2024 – Mar 2025. This is above the national average of 49.3%. A total of 2,989 tests were conducted, with 1,560 candidates passing.
Is Farnborough an easy test centre?
Farnborough has an average pass rate at 52.2% 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 Farnborough?
2,989 driving tests were conducted at Farnborough during Apr 2024 – Mar 2025, with 1,560 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 Farnborough driving test include motorway driving?
The nearest motorway (M3) is approximately 3.4km from Farnborough. Standard practical tests don't include motorway driving, but you may encounter fast A-roads with similar characteristics.
How many roundabouts are there near Farnborough?
There are 37 roundabouts within 2km of Farnborough (37 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 Farnborough test?
Roads near Farnborough mostly operate at 30mph. Within 2km the speed-zone breakdown is: 30mph (37.0km), 60mph (8.7km), 40mph (8.6km), 20mph (7.6km). Practise transitions between speed limits — examiners watch for appropriate speed changes.
Which roads are used on Farnborough test routes?
The main named roads within the Farnborough test radius include A325, A327, A323, B3403, A3011. 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 Farnborough test routes?
Yes — there are approximately 394 pedestrian crossings within 2km of Farnborough. 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 Farnborough?
You can explore real roads around GU14 6UU in photorealistic 3D — covering 71km of drivable surface within 2km of the test centre. Roundabouts are common on routes from this centre — 37 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 Farnborough

Guildford54.0% pass rateGU1 1SA · 14.5 km awayReading55.0% pass rateRG2 0TD · 21.4 km awayChertsey (London)38.4% pass rateKT16 9JX · 21.9 km awayBasingstoke47.9% pass rateRG22 4LR · 23.9 km awayAshford (London Middlesex)34.0% pass rateTW15 2PJ · 27.8 km away

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