Practice for Your Driving Test at Swansea

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

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Swansea
Burrows Rd, off Langdon Rd, Kings Dock, St Thomas, Swansea
SA1 8QY
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Map of the area around Swansea driving test centre, SA1 8QY

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

About Swansea Driving Test Centre

The Swansea driving test centre is located at Burrows Rd, off Langdon Rd, Kings Dock, St Thomas, Swansea, SA1 8QY. The surrounding 2km includes 88km of drivable roads — including A-roads A483, A4067, A4118, B4489. 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.

Swansea Pass Rate & Statistics

52.9%
Pass Rate
3.6% above the national average of 49.3%
3,936
Tests Conducted
Apr 2024 – Mar 2025
2,082
Candidates Passed
Out of 3,936 tests taken
Swansea
52.9%
National Average
49.3%

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

Roads & Junctions Around Swansea 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:

26
Roundabouts
122
Traffic Light Junctions
187
Pedestrian Crossings
88km
Of Drivable Roads

Major Roads on Test Routes from Swansea

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
0.1km of road
20
15.3km of road
30
18.6km of road
40
4.4km of road

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 Swansea

How to Practise at Swansea

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We'll drop you onto the roads near the test centre.

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Build Confidence

Familiarise yourself with the area before your test day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I practise for my driving test at Swansea?
DriveSim UK lets you drive on real roads near Swansea test centre in a 3D simulator. Click "Start Driving" above and explore the area around SA1 8QY.
What is the pass rate at Swansea?
The pass rate at Swansea is 52.9%, based on DVSA data for Apr 2024 – Mar 2025. This is above the national average of 49.3%. A total of 3,936 tests were conducted, with 2,082 candidates passing.
Is Swansea an easy test centre?
Swansea has an average pass rate at 52.9% 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 Swansea?
3,936 driving tests were conducted at Swansea during Apr 2024 – Mar 2025, with 2,082 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.
How many roundabouts are there near Swansea?
There are 26 roundabouts within 2km of Swansea (26 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 Swansea test?
Roads near Swansea mostly operate at 30mph. Within 2km the speed-zone breakdown is: 30mph (18.6km), 20mph (15.3km), 40mph (4.4km), 10mph (0.1km). Practise transitions between speed limits — examiners watch for appropriate speed changes.
Which roads are used on Swansea test routes?
The main named roads within the Swansea test radius include A483, A4067, A4118, B4489, B4290. 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 Swansea test routes?
Yes — there are approximately 187 pedestrian crossings within 2km of Swansea. 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 Swansea?
You can explore real roads around SA1 8QY in photorealistic 3D — covering 88km of drivable surface within 2km of the test centre. Traffic-light junctions dominate here — there are 122 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:

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 Swansea

Llanelli48.4% pass rateSA15 3SB · 17.5 km awayBridgend54.5% pass rateCF31 4AD · 27.1 km awayCarmarthen49.2% pass rateSA31 1LP · 36.9 km awayLlantrisant51.1% pass rateCF72 8YR · 40.2 km awayMerthyr Tydfil49.7% pass rateCF48 4DR · 40.8 km away

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