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Some instructors covering Hammersmith
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Ali
Ali is a Grade A Driving Instructor in West London with a great reputation and a strong pass rate. Loads of his pupils pass first time and often ment…
Asif
Asif Zamir runs 1Driving.co.uk Driving School and has over 12 years of experience. He is a former DVSA driving examiner, so he knows exactly what exa…
Vipin
Hi, I'm Vipin Chakrapani. I'm a DVSA approved driving instructor and the founder of Drive Confident Driving School. I've been teaching manual and aut…
Asif
Hi, I'm Asif. I run New Turn Driving School in Harrow, offering manual and automatic lessons with a calm, professional approach. I'm a fully qualifie…
Janan
Hi, I'm Janan. I run Janan Driving School, teaching people to drive around Wood Green and Tottenham in North London. I'm an experienced female instru…
David
Hi, I'm David Brown. I've been a driving instructor in Edgware and North London for over 30 years now, and I still love helping people learn to drive…
Mehar
Hi, I'm Mehar. I've been teaching people to drive for a good few years now, and I still get a real buzz from helping learners pass their test. I'm a …
Pearce
Pearce is an experienced DSA-approved driving instructor in London and runs Vandev Driving School. He teaches across central and south-west London, i…
Andreas
Andreas Eliades is an experienced driving instructor with a strong background in the chauffeuring business, where he worked with all kinds of people …
Hakim
Hakim runs Hakim Driving School, which has been teaching learners in West London since 2001. He's a Grade A instructor with nearly twenty years of ex…
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Peter
Peter Western runs Herne Hill Driving School, which he set up back in 2006. He's been an instructor for 23 years and has 44 years of driving experien…
Learning to Drive in Hammersmith
Learning to drive in Hammersmith means dealing with busy town centre traffic and riverside roads near Hammersmith Bridge. Lessons often use Hammersmith Broadway, the A4 and King Street for real world practice. You will find a mix of short residential streets and fast dual carriageways close by, so lessons cover a wide range of skills. Local driving has a London pace, so expect frequent buses, cyclists and tricky junctions.
Nearest Test Centre: Isleworth (Fleming Way)
The nearest DVSA test centre is Isleworth, around 4.7 miles from Hammersmith. Isleworth handles a high volume of tests and includes both suburban roads and sections that lead onto the A4 and Great West Road. The centre has a pass rate of 44.4% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Expect typical London-style routes on test day and allow time for traffic near Hammersmith Flyover and Hammersmith Broadway.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Isleworth's pass rate is 44.4%, below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Male candidates at Isleworth passed at 49.2% while female candidates passed at 40% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Nearby Isleworth (Fleming Way) shows a pass rate of 42.4% and London Greenford is at 31.8% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). These figures suggest local tests can be tougher than average, possibly because of complex urban routes and busy junctions.
Local Driving Tips
Learn the Hammersmith Broadway junction early, it can catch learners out. Practice joining and leaving the A4 at the flyover and Talgarth Road, they are common test approaches. Take time on the narrow lanes around Hammersmith Bridge and watch for cyclists on the route into Barnes. Work on observation at the gyratory and at King Street junctions, and practise bus lane timings. If you can handle morning peak traffic near Shepherd's Bush and Chiswick, test-day roads will feel easier.
Choosing an Instructor in Hammersmith
Look for an instructor who knows Hammersmith test routes and can pick you up near Hammersmith Broadway or the tube. Expect around 27 instructors in the area, so you can compare availability and style. Hourly rates average about 39, but check if prices change for evenings or longer lessons. Ask if they do mock tests on the same roads as Isleworth to build confidence.
Lesson Costs in Hammersmith
Lessons in Hammersmith average 39 per hour. Prices vary with lesson length, time of day and instructor experience, and evening or weekend slots often cost more. Block bookings can reduce the hourly cost.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence online or by post, then book your theory test. Book lessons with a local instructor and practise on Hammersmith roads such as King Street and the A4. When your instructor thinks you are ready, book your practical test at Isleworth and use mock tests on local routes to prepare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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