Poole Driving Test Routes
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Practise at different times of day and on different days of the week (including weekends) to experience as many different road conditions and traffic flows as possible. Knowing what to expect when you go in for your driving test will make it seem less daunting on the day.
Poole Practical Driving Test Centre
Address: 4 – 20 Harwell Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate, Poole, Dorset, BH17 0SA
Parking: There are parking spaces at this centre
Toilets: Male and female toilets are available
Disabled Access:
Other Notes:
Test Waiting Times: Check the book your driving test service for availability
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Getting to the Test Centre
If you’re based near Poole town centre, the easiest way to reach the test centre is by joining the A350 and following it until you can switch onto the A349. From there, take a turn onto Willis Way, continue onto Fleets Lane, then follow the roundabout onto Nuffield Road. Keep going until you arrive at Harwell Road—your destination is just along there.
If you’re not 100% confident with navigating by signs just yet, a sat nav will be your best friend—just pop in the postcode and follow the route.
How to Book a Driving Test at Poole Driving Test Centre:
Visit the DVSA Website:
Go to www.gov.uk/book-driving-test.Sign In or Create an Account:
Log in or create an account using your provisional driving licence details.Enter Your Details:
Provide your contact information and availability.Select Poole Test Centre:
Choose Poole Driving Test Centre from the list.Pick a Date and Time:
Select your preferred test date and time.Make Payment:
Pay the test fee online using a credit or debit card.Confirm Your Booking:
Review and confirm your booking.
Contact Information:
Poole Driving Test Centre
Phone: 0300 200 1122 (DVSA contact)
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Key Roads:
A35: Main route into Poole, often used during tests for both town and rural driving.
A350: Key route for handling junctions and roundabouts.
Parkstone Road: Narrow roads with residential areas, testing parking and low-speed manoeuvres.
Roundabouts:
Broadstone Roundabout: Commonly tested for multi-lane roundabout skills.
Ringwood Road Roundabout: Busy junction requiring smooth lane changes and signalling.
Landmarks:
Poole Harbour: Navigating along coastal roads with scenic views, testing hazard perception.
Poole Park: Often involved in low-speed manoeuvres, parallel parking, and reversing.
Poole Driving Test Centre Pass Rates
Poole car practical driving test pass rates by first driving attempt including zero faults recorded annual summary:
| Time Period Captured | Total Tests | |||
| 1st attempts | 1st attempt passes | pass % | 1st test with zero faults | |
| 2023/24 | – | 2753 | 47.5 | 95 |
| 2017/18 | 2147 | 1180 | 55 | 40 |
| 2016/17 | 3582 | 1908 | 53.3 | 50 |
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Practical driving test key links
- to book your driving test, click here
- to change your driving test, click here
- to cancel your driving test, click here
- to give yourself the best chance of passing your driving test, click here
- to give yourself the best chance to pass your theory test, click here
Other Helpful Resources: Driving Test Centre Pass Rates and Change Your Driving Test
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FAQ's
Yes – knowing local roads helps you stay calm and confident. While the exact route isn’t shared, practising typical roundabouts or tricky junctions nearby gives you a clear advantage.
Yes – examiners adjust routes due to roadworks, traffic, or to mix things up. These changes aren’t announced, so staying current is key.
Instructors spot new road signs, layouts, or diversions early. Their knowledge helps you train on current conditions, not outdated ones. Combine their advice with RouteBuddy for the most realistic practice.
2–3 times a week is ideal, especially leading up to your test. Practise at different times of day to handle varied traffic and lighting conditions.
DVSA doesn’t publish test routes. But you can follow GOV.UK for general updates. For realistic route practice, RouteBuddy is the go-to tool learners and instructors trust.