Croydon (London) Town Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

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Croydon (London) Town Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

Location and accommodation of Croydon (London) Town Driving Test Centre

Test Centre Address

111 Canterbury Road
Croydon
London
CR0 3HH

​​Croydon Town Driving Test Centre facilities

🚻 Male and female toilets
♿ Full handicap access available
🅿️ Car parking is available for examination candidates

​​Test Centre Statistics
  • Classification: ★★★★☆ 4.3 (open reviews)
  •  Display pass rate: 49.6%
  • Average Holding Time (2024–2025): 12.2 weeks

Town driving test routes in Croydon

Croydon has over 10 official Town Driving Test Routes that are designed to assess your real-life driving skills.

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What tests are done in Croydon (London)?

Car (Category B)- Driving test of manual and automatic vehicles takes place here.


Notable Croydon driving test routes and areas

Croydon Town Driving Test Routes generally start from Canterbury Road and include a combination of local town areas, commercial zones, and expressways.

Common test areas include:

  • London Road and Thornton Heath - high traffic and signal areas
  • Selhurst Road - Sharp bends and parked cars
  • Purley Way (A23) - dual carriageway with speed control
  • Norwood Junction - Busy intersections and stop/start traffic
  • A236 and A232 - longer stretches for independent driving

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What to Expect on Test Day

At Croydon Town Driving Test Centre, your test will typically follow this structure:

  • 👁️ Eyesight Test - Reading a number plate from a 20.5-meter door
  • "Tell Me" Car Safety Question
  • 🕓 40-minute drive - including 20 minutes of independent driving
  • 🔁 1 Maneuver - Bay Park, Parallel Park, or pull to the right
  • ⚠️ Emergency Stop - 1 out of every 3 tests.

Good value hotels near Croydon Town Driving Test Centre

If you're coming from afar or want to get a good night's rest before the test, consider these laterooms.com affordable options:

  • Travelodge Croydon Central
  • Premier Inn London Croydon Town Centre
  • Local B&Bs in Norbury, Thornton Heath, and Selhurst

The Town Driving Test Centre being close to someone reduces your stress and increases your focus.

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  • Returning drivers are nervous
  • Under-17 students are in early preparation
  • First-time learners who want to pass with confidence

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Best places to visit in Croydon after your test

Here are the best places to relax after a test:

  • Boxpark Croydon - Food stalls and youth culture
  • Wendell Park - Nature park for a quiet walk
  • White Gift Shopping Centre - Coffee and some shopping
  • Croydon's Museum - Explore art and local history

Best areas to stay in Croydon

If you want to live in Croydon during the test, these neighborhoods are ideal for learners:

  • Norbury - Quiet residential area with test-friendly roads
  • Selhurst - Affordable housing or access to a nearby test centre
  • South Norwood - Good for practice and quiet roads
  • Thornton Heath - Central and well-connected
  • Wadwin - Close to Purley Way, ideal for dual carriageway practice

What if you don't pass the test?

Failure doesn't mean you lack something - it's just part of learning:

  • Practice again with a local instructor.
  • Join the JNDS course to target weak areas.
  • From Croydon Town driving test routesPlease review it again.

Croydon Town Driving Test Centre gives you an all-round road experience perfect for developing long-term driving confidence.

Key facts

Position

111 Canterbury Road, Croydon, CR0 3HH


Amenities

Toilet, disabled access, parking on site


Training Support

JNDS Online Driving Course available

 


Local stay

Travelodge Croydon، Premier Inn Croydon، Local B&Bs


Waiting Time (2024–2025)

12.2 weeks


Tests performed

Car (Category B – Manual and Automatic)


Recommended practice areas

A23, A236, Thornton Heath, Norwood


Preparation Advice

Practice driving test routes before the test; there are more chances of passing.


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