Driving Instructors in Airedale

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Instructors
7
Avg Price
£38/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Pontefract (4.4 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
45.3%
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There are 7 driving instructors in Airedale. The average price is £38 per hour. The average rating is 4.7 stars from 99 reviews.

7
Instructors
£38/hr
Avg Price
4.7 / 5
99 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Airedale driving instructor directory. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, we can help you find the right instructor.

Our Airedale instructors offer a range of services including manual and automatic lessons, intensive courses, and flexible scheduling to fit around your commitments. Compare prices, read genuine student reviews, and find an instructor who matches your needs and budget.
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Best Driving Instructors in Airedale

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Asad
9.3 mi

Asad

Leeds
5.0
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Asad is a DSA-approved driving instructor and the lead tutor at Skyline Driving School, a multi-award-winning school based in Leeds. He keeps lessons…

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Jon Kenny
5 mi

Jon Kenny

Sutton
5.0
19 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Jon Kenny is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) and the founder of Formula Jon Driving School, which he set up in 2019. He has been …

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Antony Bedford
8.3 mi

Antony Bedford

Leeds
5.0
3 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Antony Bedford is the founder of AB Driving School and a Grade 6 Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). He set the school up in 2000 and has been teachin…

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Annie
8.3 mi

Annie

Leeds
5.0
3 reviews
Automatic 60 min Weekends

Annie has been teaching people to drive since 2000, when she set up Automatic Annie Driving School. She is a Grade A qualified female instructor and …

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Matt
6.4 mi

Matt

Pontefract
4.8
5 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Mini

Matt Lee is an experienced Grade A driving instructor based in Pontefract who keeps things friendly, calm and clear. He has years of solid experience…

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J
8.3 mi

John

Leeds
4.7
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

John is a friendly, professional driving instructor at JM Driving School in Leeds. He has years of experience and has helped loads of learners pass t…

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Martin McCormick
6.8 mi

Martin McCormick

Wakefield
3.7
9 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Martin McCormick is the owner and lead instructor at McCormicks School of Motoring. He has over 23 years of experience teaching learners in the Wakef…

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Learning to Drive in Airedale

Learning to drive in Airedale mixes valley roads with short stretches of town traffic. You will spend time on the A629 through Keighley and on the A650 towards Bradford, so expect a mix of dual carriageway and narrow lanes. Lessons suit people who want quick access to nearby test centres and shops. Local scenery can be distracting, so lessons focus on road position and hazard awareness.

Nearest Test Centre: Pontefract

Pontefract is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 4.4 miles from central Airedale by road. Expect a standard modern test centre with a mix of urban and suburban test routes and around 6,453 tests a year. Pontefract has a practical pass rate of 45.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. You may drive onto A-roads shortly after leaving the test centre, so practice joining the A1 and roundabout exits.

45.3%
Overall Pass Rate
50.0%
Male Pass Rate
41.3%
Female Pass Rate
4.4 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Pontefract's pass rate sits at 45.3%, a little below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Pontefract pass at 50.0% while female candidates pass at 41.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Leeds (Harehills) shows a lower recorded pass rate of 34.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Variations reflect local route difficulty and traffic, so consider extra lessons if you plan to use busy A-roads.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quieter side streets before moving onto the A629 and A650 where traffic picks up. Practice roundabout exits and lane discipline near Keighley roundabouts and the junctions heading towards Bingley. Watch for narrow stone bridges and parked cars on residential streets, they change your sightlines. Expect hill starts on steeper lanes and practice clutch control away from main roads. Do a few mock tests that include busy junctions so you learn pacing for the test.

Choosing an Instructor in Airedale

There are seven local instructors in Airedale, so check availability and whether they cover the A629 and A650 test routes. Look for an instructor who offers mock tests and good local route knowledge, and who can show recent pass testimonials. Expect to pay around £38 per hour on average, but ask about block-booking discounts and weekend rates.

Lesson Costs in Airedale

Average lesson cost in Airedale is about £38 per hour. The final price varies with instructor experience, lesson length, and whether you book intensive courses or single lessons.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online or by post, then book your theory test when you feel ready. Start lessons with a local instructor who knows Pontefract routes and aim to book your practical test at Pontefract when you are consistently passing mock tests. After passing the practical test you hand over your provisional and get your full licence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Pontefract is about 4.4 miles from Airedale by road, so journey times are usually short outside rush hour.
Pontefract's practical pass rate is 45.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Pontefract's pass rate of 45.3% is slightly below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Airedale has seven local driving instructors in our data.
Average lessons cost about £38 per hour in Airedale.
Yes, at Pontefract male candidates have a pass rate of 50.0% and female candidates have a pass rate of 41.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Yes, both roads feature in local driving and tests, so practising merges and lane discipline on the A629 and A650 helps.
Leeds (Fearnville) and Leeds (Harehills) are about 7.5 miles away, giving you more test options.
Pontefract runs about 6,453 tests a year according to the provided data.
Driving lesson prices vary by location and instructor, typically ranging from £30 to £45 per hour.
Most learners need between 40 to 50 hours of professional tuition, plus around 20 hours of private practice.
If you pass in an automatic, you can only drive automatic cars.
You can book your practical driving test online through the DVSA website or by calling their booking line.
Look for a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) with good reviews.
Most instructors prefer to use their own dual-controlled vehicles for safety reasons.

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