Kendal (Oxenholme Road) vs Kendal (Oxenholme Road)

Side-by-Side Comparison

Metric Kendal (Oxenholme Road) Kendal (Oxenholme Road)
Overall Pass Rate 64.8% 64.8%
Male Pass Rate 64.0% 64.0%
Female Pass Rate 66.0% 66.0%
Tests Conducted 2,149 2,149
Years of Data 10 10

Pass Rate Trends

60% 62% 64% 66% 68% 70% 2014 2016 2018 2021 2023 2014: 65.5% 2015: 68.2% 2016: 62.9% 2017: 62.6% 2018: 63.0% 2019: 63.1% 2021: 62.9% 2022: 68.3% 2023: 64.8% 2024: 64.8% 2014: 65.5% 2015: 68.2% 2016: 62.9% 2017: 62.6% 2018: 63.0% 2019: 63.1% 2021: 62.9% 2022: 68.3% 2023: 64.8% 2024: 64.8%
Kendal (Oxenholme Road) Kendal (Oxenholme Road)

Kendal vs Kendal (Oxenholme Road)

Choosing between Kendal and Kendal (Oxenholme Road) for your practical driving test? This comparison breaks down the key differences to help you decide. These two centres have very similar pass rates, so other factors may be more important in your decision.

Kendal has a pass rate of 64.8% from 2,149 tests, while Kendal (Oxenholme Road) sits at 64.8% from 2,149 tests in the latest financial year.

Detailed Analysis

Pass rates: Kendal (Oxenholme Road) leads with the higher pass rate. The gap is relatively small and could fluctuate year to year.

Test volume: Kendal (Oxenholme Road) is the busier centre with 2,149 tests per year, compared to 2,149 at Kendal. Both centres have comparable volumes.

Trends: Kendal has declined slightly over the last three years, dropping 3.5 percentage points, while Kendal (Oxenholme Road) has declined slightly over the last three years, dropping 3.5 percentage points.

Gender comparison: At Kendal, the male pass rate is 64.0% and female is 66.0%. At Kendal (Oxenholme Road), it's 64.0% male and 66.0% female.

Our Verdict

With pass rates this close (64.8% vs 64.8%), your decision should come down to practical factors: which centre is easier to get to? Which area have you practised in? Where can you get a booking sooner? Both are equally viable options.

Whichever centre you choose, thorough preparation is the single biggest factor in your result. Practice until you're consistently confident, book when you feel ready, and arrive early on the day.

Booking Tips

When choosing between these centres, consider the following practical factors:

  • Availability: Both centres conduct similar volumes of tests, so availability should be comparable.
  • Best months: Kendal's highest pass rate month is Jul (68.5%). Kendal (Oxenholme Road) peaks in Jul (68.5%).
  • Practice area: Book at the centre whose surrounding roads you've practised on most. Route familiarity consistently matters more than pass rate statistics.
  • Cancellation checking: If your preferred centre has a long wait, consider using a cancellation checking service. Both centres may have short-notice openings that aren't visible when you first book.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the higher pass rate, Kendal or Kendal (Oxenholme Road)?

Kendal (Oxenholme Road) has the higher pass rate at 64.8%, compared to 64.8% at Kendal. This is a 0.0 percentage point difference.

Which centre is busier?

Kendal (Oxenholme Road) conducts more tests (2,149 vs 2,149 per year). The quieter centre may offer more flexible booking times.

Are these pass rates trending up or down?

Kendal has declined slightly over the last three years, dropping 3.5 percentage points. Kendal (Oxenholme Road) has declined slightly over the last three years, dropping 3.5 percentage points. Check each centre's individual page for the full historical chart.

Should I choose a centre based on pass rate alone?

No. Pass rates reflect the overall candidate pool, not test difficulty. A centre with a lower pass rate may have more first-time or nervous candidates. Your own preparation, familiarity with the roads, and comfort level on test day are far more important than a few percentage points of difference.