Practice for Your Driving Test at Gloucester

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

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Gloucester
Falcon Close, Green Farm Business Park, Quedgeley
GL2 4LY
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Map of the area around Gloucester driving test centre, GL2 4LY

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

About Gloucester Driving Test Centre

The Gloucester driving test centre is located at Falcon Close, Green Farm Business Park, Quedgeley, GL2 4LY. The surrounding 2km includes 137km of drivable roads — including A-roads A38, B4008, A430. 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.

Gloucester Pass Rate & Statistics

46.9%
Pass Rate
2.4% below the national average of 49.3%
4,164
Tests Conducted
Apr 2024 – Mar 2025
1,953
Candidates Passed
Out of 4,164 tests taken
Gloucester
46.9%
National Average
49.3%

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

Roads & Junctions Around Gloucester 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:

62
Roundabouts
44
Traffic Light Junctions
188
Pedestrian Crossings
137km
Of Drivable Roads

Major Roads on Test Routes from Gloucester

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:

10
0.4km of road
20
7.9km of road
30
49.3km of road
40
3.1km of road
60
4.4km of road

Nearest motorway: M5 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 Gloucester

How to Practise at Gloucester

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I practise for my driving test at Gloucester?
DriveSim UK lets you drive on real roads near Gloucester test centre in a 3D simulator. Click "Start Driving" above and explore the area around GL2 4LY.
What is the pass rate at Gloucester?
The pass rate at Gloucester is 46.9%, based on DVSA data for Apr 2024 – Mar 2025. This is below the national average of 49.3%. A total of 4,164 tests were conducted, with 1,953 candidates passing.
Is Gloucester an easy test centre?
Gloucester has an average pass rate at 46.9% 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 Gloucester?
4,164 driving tests were conducted at Gloucester during Apr 2024 – Mar 2025, with 1,953 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 Gloucester driving test include motorway driving?
The nearest motorway (M5) is approximately 3.4km from Gloucester. Standard practical tests don't include motorway driving, but you may encounter fast A-roads with similar characteristics.
How many roundabouts are there near Gloucester?
There are 62 roundabouts within 2km of Gloucester (62 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 Gloucester test?
Roads near Gloucester mostly operate at 30mph. Within 2km the speed-zone breakdown is: 30mph (49.3km), 20mph (7.9km), 60mph (4.4km), 40mph (3.1km). Practise transitions between speed limits — examiners watch for appropriate speed changes.
Which roads are used on Gloucester test routes?
The main named roads within the Gloucester test radius include A38, B4008, A430. 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 Gloucester test routes?
Yes — there are approximately 188 pedestrian crossings within 2km of Gloucester. 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 Gloucester?
You can explore real roads around GL2 4LY in photorealistic 3D — covering 137km of drivable surface within 2km of the test centre. Roundabouts are common on routes from this centre — 62 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:

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Other Test Centres Near Gloucester

Cheltenham47.6% pass rateGL52 2HQ · 16.5 km awayMonmouth47.0% pass rateNP25 3DP · 29.8 km awayHereford46.2% pass rateHR4 9NS · 40.3 km awayChippenham52.0% pass rateSN14 6LH · 42 km awaySwindon45.0% pass rateSN5 5BL · 42 km away

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