How much do lessons cost in Broughton Astley?

The local average lesson price is Â£40 per hour according to area data. Costs vary with instructor experience, car use, and whether you book block sessions.

How long will it take to learn to drive here?

Learning time depends on your availability and progress in lessons. Start on quiet village streets, then build up to A-road and roundabout work before booking a test at Hinckley or another nearby centre.

Are there many instructors in Broughton Astley?

There are four instructors listed in the local area. That level of provision means you should have a reasonable choice, but popular instructors may fill up fast, so book early.

Will I need lessons on the A426 and roundabouts?

Yes, lessons that include the A426 and local roundabouts are useful because test routes from Hinckley often use A-roads and busy junctions. Practising these sections reduces surprises on test day.

How often does Hinckley run practical tests?

Hinckley handled about 3,384 tests in 2024-2025, so it runs tests frequently throughout the year (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). That volume means you can usually find a test date without travelling far.

Should I do a mock test at Hinckley before my real one?

A mock run to Hinckley is a good idea, since it familiarises you with the typical routes and the test centre approach. Many local instructors offer this as part of package lessons or as an extra session.

How much do driving lessons cost?

Driving lesson prices vary by location and instructor, typically ranging from £30 to £45 per hour. Many instructors offer discounted rates for block bookings of 10 or more lessons. First lessons are often discounted to help you get started.

How many driving lessons will I need to pass?

Most learners need between 40 to 50 hours of professional tuition, plus around 20 hours of private practice. However, this varies based on your confidence, how quickly you learn, and how often you practice between lessons.

Should I learn in a manual or automatic car?

If you pass in an automatic, you can only drive automatic cars. Passing in a manual gives you the flexibility to drive both. Automatics are easier to learn in and becoming more popular, especially with electric vehicles on the rise.

How do I book my driving test?

You can book your practical driving test online through the DVSA website or by calling their booking line. You will need your provisional licence number and your theory test pass certificate number. Tests cost £62 on weekdays or £75 on evenings and weekends.

What should I look for in a driving instructor?

Look for a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) with good reviews. Consider their availability, the type of car they use, their teaching style, and whether they offer the lesson times you need. A good instructor should be patient, clear in their explanations, and make you feel comfortable.

Can I use my own car for driving lessons?

Most instructors prefer to use their own dual-controlled vehicles for safety reasons. However, some may offer lessons in your car for an additional fee. You would need to ensure your car is properly insured for learner driver use.

Find My Instructor Search

Find a driving instructor in Broughton Astley without chasing people one by one.

Broughton Astley sits in the East Midlands with easy road links into Hinckley and Leicester. It feels like a large village, with quiet residential streets and short stretches of rural lane. Many learners here practise on local roads before heading out to busier routes. Expect a mix of slow village driving and swift A-road work when you progress.

Start free instructor search

You pay the instructor directly for lessons. We only charge a small booking fee of £18.99 to £34.99 if we secure you a real start date, and it is refunded if you do not start on the agreed date.

Covering Broughton Astley

instructors we may be able to check for you

Manual coverage

Automatic coverage

What we confirm before any fee

Availability, lesson price, start date, and how you will pay the instructor directly.

Free to start

No upfront payment to submit your search. You pay the instructor directly for lessons, and we only charge a small booking fee if we secure a real start date.

Local proof, not guesswork

Local lesson prices currently range from £32 to £40 per hour, paid directly to your instructor.

You can prioritise a name

If a profile catches your eye, we can try that instructor first, then continue nearby if they are unavailable.

Area coverage

12 instructors

Typical price

£32 to £40/hr

Average rating

4.8 / 5

Nearest test centre

Hinckley

Local instructor proof

We check availability so you do not have to chase.

These profiles help show the local instructor pool. Your main route is still to start a free search and let us confirm who can actually take you on.

Richard

Burbage

5.0

Automatic

Richard Jordan runs Excel Driver Training, an independent driving school with great first-time pass rates and a strong focus ...

Nervous learners Intensive

Check Richard first View profile

Sarah

Rugby

5.0

Manual

Sarah Willoughby-Day is a Grade A DVSA qualified driving instructor with a friendly, patient and professional style. Her pass...

Evenings Weekends

Check Sarah first View profile

Sajid

Leicester

5.0

Manual + automatic From £35/hr

Hi, I'm Sajid. I'm a DVSA approved driving instructor with Acceler8 Driving School in Leicester. I've been teaching people to...

Evenings Weekends

Check Sajid first View profile

Teresa

Leicester

5.0

Manual

Teresa Gavin has been a fully qualified driving instructor in Leicester since 2002. She trained with the British School of Mo...

Nervous learners Intensive

Check Teresa first View profile

Vernon

Leicester

5.0

Manual + automatic

Hi, I'm Vernon. I'm an instructor with Go Green Driving Academy in Leicester, and I've been helping people learn to drive for...

Evenings Weekends

Check Vernon first View profile

Nick

Leicester

4.0

Manual + automatic From £33/hr

Nick Johnston is the managing director of Acclaim Driving School, a friendly and experienced team that's been helping learner...

Intensive

Check Nick first View profile

How it works here

You tell us the shape of the lessons. We do the chasing.

Start with your postcode or town

Choose manual or automatic, tell us when you want to start, and add a preferred instructor if you already have one in mind.

We secure real availability

We only move forward with instructors who can cover your area and match the requirements you chose, including transmission and instructor preference where supplied.

You review the offer before paying

You see the confirmed lesson price, likely start date, and how you will pay the instructor directly. We only charge the small booking fee once you are happy to go ahead.

Local snapshot

Area covered: Broughton Astley
Visible instructors: 12
Booking fee only: £18.99 to £34.99
Nearest test centre: Hinckley

In Broughton Astley

Local lesson prices currently range from £32 to £40 per hour, paid directly to your instructor.

The nearest test centre is Hinckley with an overall pass rate of 52.1%.

Questions people ask

Finding a driving instructor in Broughton Astley

How far is the Hinckley test centre from Broughton Astley? +

Hinckley test centre is about 8.7 miles from Broughton Astley, typically a short drive via the A426. Travel time varies with traffic, but most learners make the trip for lessons and tests.

What is the pass rate at Hinckley test centre? +

Hinckley had a pass rate of 52.1% for 2024-2025, higher than the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). That figure covers all practical tests at the centre for that period.

How do Hinckley male and female pass rates compare? +

For 2024-2025 male candidates at Hinckley had a pass rate of 56.9% and female candidates 48.2% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). These figures reflect recorded passes at the Hinckley centre in that year.

Are there other nearby test centres I should consider? +

Rugby and Leicester (Wigston) are nearby; Rugby shows a pass rate of 48.2% and Leicester (Wigston) 41.6% for 2024-2025 (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Choosing a centre can affect the likely test route, so ask your instructor about the most suitable option.

Start in Broughton Astley

Tell us what you need. We'll find the instructor.

Search is free to start. You pay the instructor directly for lessons, and we only charge the small booking fee after we have confirmed a real instructor, a start date, and the lesson details.

Start free instructor search

Booking fee if matched: £18.99 to £34.99. Lesson payments go directly to your instructor.

Find a driving instructor in Broughton Astley without chasing people one by one.

We check availability so you do not have to chase.

Richard

Sarah

Sajid

Teresa

Vernon

Nick

You tell us the shape of the lessons. We do the chasing.

Start with your postcode or town

We secure real availability

You review the offer before paying

Finding a driving instructor in Broughton Astley

Tell us what you need. We'll find the instructor.

Message

Confirm