Centre directory
Birmingham (Kings Heath) test swaps
Use this guide to plan a learner-to-learner practical driving test swap at Birmingham (Kings Heath). It combines the recorded centre location around Birmingham, current aggregate Test Swap activity, nearby alternatives and independently sourced road and DVSA data.
DVSA pass rate
tests in source period
recorded local area
Source: DVSA practical car test statistics by test centre, April 2025 to March 2026, updated June 2026. Pass rates are public historic statistics, not a prediction or guarantee.
How the swap works here
- 1. List your existing booking and desired dates.
- 2. The DTC checks whether another learner wants your exact slot and you want theirs.
- 3. Both learners accept, then each calls DVSA separately on the same day. Wait for DVSA to confirm the new bookings.
Planning around Birmingham (Kings Heath)
The recorded address places this centre in Birmingham. Before accepting a swap, check that your instructor can cover the new date and that the journey works for the vehicle you will use.
OpenStreetMap records Alcester Road South (A435), The Maypole (A435), Hollywood By-Pass (A435), Millpool Hill Alcester Road South (A435), Druids Lane, and Maypole Lane within roughly one mile of the centre. The mix of larger roads including Alcester Road South (A435), The Maypole (A435), Hollywood By-Pass (A435), and Millpool Hill Alcester Road South (A435) with local roads such as Druids Lane and Maypole Lane makes it sensible to practise changing speed, lane position and observation between different road types.
The surrounding mapped network includes roundabouts.
Road and transport context was checked against OpenStreetMap contributors on 2026-09-04. It describes the surrounding mapped area, not an official or guaranteed test route.
What the published data says about Birmingham (Kings Heath)
Birmingham (Kings Heath) recorded a 46.8% pass rate in the published period, 0.6 percentage points above the 46.2% regional figure and 3.3 points below the 50.1% figure across centres in this directory. Treat this as historic context rather than a forecast of an individual result.
- First attempts
- 45.6%
- Automatic tests
- 44.7%
- Zero-fault first tests
- 56
- Median wait
- 11.7 weeks
4,394 first attempts in 2025–26
3,189 automatic tests in 2025–26
1.3% of first attempts
Published for July 2026
In July 2026, DVSA recorded 135 standard slots still available (5.2%) and 24 weeks to 10% or greater weekly availability. This is a historic monthly snapshot, not a live booking feed; cancellations and added capacity may appear sooner.
Where to find Birmingham (Kings Heath)
955 Alcester Road SouthBirminghamB14 5JAUse the map to plan your arrival around B14 and orient yourself using Alcester Road South (A435), The Maypole (A435), and Hollywood By-Pass (A435). Always check your official DVSA booking confirmation before travelling, because access instructions can change.
FAQs
Are there active swaps at Birmingham (Kings Heath)?
No active swaps here yet. Add your test and The DTC will let you know when a compatible learner appears.
Where is Birmingham (Kings Heath) test centre?
Birmingham (Kings Heath) is recorded at 955 Alcester Road South, Birmingham, B14 5JA. Check the address and access instructions on your official booking before travelling.
Which roads are near Birmingham (Kings Heath)?
Alcester Road South (A435), The Maypole (A435), Hollywood By-Pass (A435), Millpool Hill Alcester Road South (A435), Druids Lane, and Maypole Lane are mapped within roughly one mile. They are local orientation and practice context, not published DVSA test routes.
What are the published statistics for Birmingham (Kings Heath)?
DVSA recorded 9,072 car tests and a 46.8% pass rate here from April 2025 to March 2026. The published median wait in July 2026 was 11.7 weeks.
Which alternative centres are closest to Birmingham (Kings Heath)?
The official neighbour dataset lists Birmingham (Cocks Moors), Birmingham (Shirley), and Birmingham (South Yardley) as nearby alternatives. Distances and availability can change, so compare the official booking service before choosing.
Can The DTC complete a test swap for Birmingham (Kings Heath)?
No. Each learner must call DVSA separately on the same day: learner 1 requests the swap, then learner 2 calls to complete it. DVSA recommends the second call by 4pm. The DTC cannot change either booking.
Will my learner details appear publicly?
No. Public pages may show the test centre, calendar date, a broad morning, afternoon or evening availability band and whether the learner wants an earlier or later test. Exact times, identities, contact details, detailed preferences and booking references stay private.