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Leeds, West Yorkshire

Leeds Driving Test Routes
Bramley & Yeadon Test Centres

Know the roads before test day. Our guide covers both Leeds DVSA test centres — the key roads, dual carriageways, roundabouts, and hazards you'll face.

Leeds Test Centre Route Areas

Bramley Test Centre Routes

Key Roads

  • Stanningley Road (A647)
  • Bramley Town Street
  • Swinnow Road
  • Pudsey Road
  • Armley Road
  • Ring Road (A6120)

Key Hazards

  • A647 dual carriageway — high speed, lane discipline essential
  • Ring Road roundabouts — multiple exits, lane selection
  • Bus lanes on Stanningley Road
  • Pedestrian crossings near Bramley shopping centre

Yeadon Test Centre Routes

Key Roads

  • Leeds Bradford Airport approach roads
  • Otley Road (A660)
  • Harrogate Road (A61)
  • Yeadon Town Street
  • Guiseley bypass
  • Rawdon Road

Key Hazards

  • Airport approach — heavy HGV traffic
  • A660 Otley Road — busy commuter route
  • Roundabout at Guiseley — multi-lane
  • Rural roads near Rawdon — narrow, blind bends

City Centre Adjacent Routes

Key Roads

  • Kirkstall Road (A65)
  • Headingley Lane
  • Cardigan Road
  • Hyde Park Corner
  • Woodhouse Lane
  • Meanwood Road

Key Hazards

  • Hyde Park Corner — complex multi-lane junction
  • Student area pedestrian crossings
  • Bus lanes on Kirkstall Road
  • Parked cars on residential streets

Frequently Asked Questions

How many driving test centres are in Leeds?

Leeds has two main DVSA driving test centres: Bramley (west Leeds, near Stanningley) and Yeadon (north-west Leeds, near Leeds Bradford Airport).

Which Leeds test centre has the highest pass rate?

Pass rates vary between Bramley and Yeadon. Yeadon routes include more rural roads which some learners find easier, while Bramley routes are more urban. Ask your instructor which centre suits your driving style.

Are there dual carriageways on Leeds driving test routes?

Yes — both Bramley and Yeadon test routes include dual carriageway sections. Bramley routes use the A647 Stanningley Road, while Yeadon routes may include sections of the A658 and A65.

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