Driving Instructors in Elmswell

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Instructors
5
Nearest Test Centre
Bury St Edmunds (8.6 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
40.4%
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There are 5 driving instructors in Elmswell. The average rating is 4.8 stars from 48 reviews.

5
Instructors
4.8 / 5
48 Reviews
DVSA
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Gavin
8.4 mi

Gavin

Bury St Edmunds
5.0
4 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Gavin is a Grade A Driving Instructor based in Bury St Edmunds with a great record for helping learners pass first time. His high pass rate is backed…

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AF
8.4 mi

Asif Fazal

Barking
4.8
21 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Asif Fazal is a calm, patient driving instructor based in Barking, Essex, teaching across East London. He is part of the MyLearners Driving School te…

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Donna
7.2 mi

Donna

Gislingham
4.7
23 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings

Donna is an experienced Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) who runs Donna's School of Motoring, offering friendly, down to earth driving lessons acros…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Gillian
4.9 mi

Gillian

Stowmarket
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Gillian has been teaching people to drive since 1990, so you're in very safe hands. She runs Gillian's School of Motoring, one of the best known driv…

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Happy Driver
8.4 mi

Happy Driver

Bury St Edmunds
Manual & Auto 60 min

Happy Driver is a very experienced driving instructor based in Bury St Edmunds, with over 15 years of teaching in the area. Using tried and tested me…

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Learning to Drive in Elmswell

Learning to drive in Elmswell feels rural and steady. Roads change from quiet High Street sections to faster A14 approaches in minutes. You'll meet narrow country lanes, farm traffic and the occasional cycle group. Lessons here mix low-traffic practice and short trips onto faster roads near Bury St Edmunds.

Nearest Test Centre: Bury St Edmunds

The nearest DVSA test centre is in Bury St Edmunds, about 8.6 miles from Elmswell. Expect to drive out on local roads and join the A14 for part of the route. That centre runs several thousand tests a year, so test slots appear regularly but can fill up at busy times. The pass rate at Bury St Edmunds is 40.4%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

40.4%
Overall Pass Rate
43.1%
Male Pass Rate
37.9%
Female Pass Rate
8.6 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Bury St Edmunds sits below the national average, with a 40.4% pass rate compared with 47.3% nationally, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male learners at Bury have a 43.1% pass rate and female learners 37.9%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Ipswich posts a higher 47.7% pass rate while Colchester is lower at 36.8%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. The Bury centre administers 6,979 tests in the 2024-2025 period, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on Station Road and High Street for slow-speed control and junction practice. Spend time on Bury Road and nearby lanes to build confidence with narrow, single-track sections and passing places. Practice joining and leaving the A14, especially merging at slip roads and judging gaps. Take a few lessons in Bury St Edmunds to get used to roundabouts around the town and the tighter one-way sections near the market. Watch for tractors and farm vehicles on rural stretches and for cyclists on quieter roads.

Choosing an Instructor in Elmswell

Look for a DVSA-approved instructor who knows local test routes and the roads around Bury St Edmunds. Ask how often they take pupils to the test centre and whether they offer mock tests on the routes. There are five instructors listed for Elmswell, so check availability and whether they travel to neighbouring villages. Expect prices to vary by experience, car type and whether they travel from further afield.

Lesson Costs in Elmswell

No local average price is provided for Elmswell, so lesson costs will vary by instructor. Travel distance, lesson length and instructor experience are the main factors that affect price. Block bookings and shared lessons may reduce the overall cost.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online before you book lessons or a theory test. Book and pass the theory test, including the hazard perception section, before you arrange a practical driving test. Take regular lessons, including some that mirror the test route to Bury St Edmunds, and ask for a mock test when you feel ready. When your instructor agrees you are ready, book the practical test at Bury St Edmunds or a nearby centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest DVSA test centre is in Bury St Edmunds, roughly 8.6 miles from Elmswell.
Bury St Edmunds has a 40.4% practical test pass rate, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Bury St Edmunds is below the national average, with 40.4% versus 47.3% nationally, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
There are five instructors listed for Elmswell.
Yes, you can book tests at nearby centres.
No average lesson price is provided for Elmswell in the supplied data.
Learning time varies by individual ability, lesson frequency and practice outside lessons.
Yes, practising joining and leaving the A14 helps, since routes to Bury St Edmunds often use that road.
Ask if they are DVSA approved, how many tests their pupils pass at Bury St Edmunds, whether they provide mock tests on local routes and if they charge extra for travel.
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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