Practice for Your Driving Test at Letchworth

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

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Letchworth
Jackmans Place, Letchworth Garden City, Letchworth
SG6 1RF
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Map of the area around Letchworth driving test centre, SG6 1RF

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

About Letchworth Driving Test Centre

The Letchworth driving test centre is located at Jackmans Place, Letchworth Garden City, Letchworth, SG6 1RF. The surrounding 2km includes 126km of drivable roads — including A-roads A505, B656, B197, Letchworth Gate. 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.

Letchworth Pass Rate & Statistics

49.1%
Pass Rate
0.2% below the national average of 49.3%
5,088
Tests Conducted
Apr 2024 – Mar 2025
2,498
Candidates Passed
Out of 5,088 tests taken
Letchworth
49.1%
National Average
49.3%

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

Roads & Junctions Around Letchworth 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:

51
Roundabouts
19
Traffic Light Junctions
147
Pedestrian Crossings
126km
Of Drivable Roads

Major Roads on Test Routes from Letchworth

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
4.7km of road
30
104.8km of road
40
5.2km of road
50
1.4km of road
60
2.9km of road

Nearest motorway: A1(M) approx. 1.3km 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 Letchworth

How to Practise at Letchworth

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I practise for my driving test at Letchworth?
DriveSim UK lets you drive on real roads near Letchworth test centre in a 3D simulator. Click "Start Driving" above and explore the area around SG6 1RF.
What is the pass rate at Letchworth?
The pass rate at Letchworth is 49.1%, based on DVSA data for Apr 2024 – Mar 2025. This is below the national average of 49.3%. A total of 5,088 tests were conducted, with 2,498 candidates passing.
Is Letchworth an easy test centre?
Letchworth has an average pass rate at 49.1% 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 Letchworth?
5,088 driving tests were conducted at Letchworth during Apr 2024 – Mar 2025, with 2,498 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 Letchworth driving test include motorway driving?
The A1(M) runs within 1.3km of Letchworth, 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 Letchworth?
There are 51 roundabouts within 2km of Letchworth (51 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 Letchworth test?
Roads near Letchworth mostly operate at 30mph. Within 2km the speed-zone breakdown is: 30mph (104.8km), 40mph (5.2km), 20mph (4.7km), 60mph (2.9km). Practise transitions between speed limits — examiners watch for appropriate speed changes.
Which roads are used on Letchworth test routes?
The main named roads within the Letchworth test radius include A505, B656, B197, Letchworth Gate. 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 Letchworth test routes?
Yes — there are approximately 147 pedestrian crossings within 2km of Letchworth. 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 Letchworth?
You can explore real roads around SG6 1RF in photorealistic 3D — covering 126km of drivable surface within 2km of the test centre. Roundabouts are common on routes from this centre — 51 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 Letchworth

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