Driving Instructors in Harpenden

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Instructors
12
Avg Price
£40/hr
Nearest Test Centre
St Albans (4.5 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
44.2%
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There are 12 driving instructors in Harpenden. Prices range from £39.00 to £40.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.9 stars from 127 reviews.

12
Instructors
£40/hr
Avg Price
4.9 / 5
127 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Harpenden 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 Harpenden 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 Harpenden

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Muhammad Ansari
5.1 mi

Muhammad Ansari

Luton
5.0
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Muhammad Ansari is a fully qualified DVSA-approved driving instructor with over a decade of experience in Luton and Leighton Buzzard. He runs Ansari …

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Darsha
6.5 mi

Darsha

Welwyn Garden City
5.0
30 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Darsha is a fully qualified DVSA-approved driving instructor who teaches automatic lessons in Welwyn Garden City and nearby areas, including Stevenag…

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Gary
6.2 mi

Gary

Hemel Hempstead
5.0
10 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Gary is a friendly, easy-going driving instructor who specialises in automatic lessons in Hemel Hempstead. He focuses on helping you feel confident a…

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Alison
9 mi

Alison

Stevenage
5.0
7 reviews
Automatic 60 min

Alison is a friendly, highly experienced female driving instructor with over 20 years in driver education. She runs Alison's Driving School and is kn…

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Dani
2.7 mi

Dani

Wheathampstead
5.0
2 reviews
Automatic 60 min

Dani is a friendly, calm and very experienced driving instructor with over 17 years of teaching experience. He has consistently high pass rates and g…

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£39 /hour
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Franco Scalisi
4.3 mi

Franco Scalisi

St Albans
5.0
1 review
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Franco Scalisi is an experienced driving instructor based in St Albans, running his own school, Franco's Driving School. He is a DVSA registered and …

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Ian Lyle
9 mi

Ian Lyle

Stevenage
5.0
1 review
Manual & Auto 60 min

Ian Lyle is an experienced driving instructor based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. He is a registered Driving Standards Agency (DSA) instructor and is …

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Mark
9.8 mi

Mark

Hitchin
5.0
1 review
Manual 60 min

Mark has been teaching people to drive in Hitchin for over 20 years and really knows the local roads. He is a Grade A instructor, a level reached by …

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JK
9 mi

Judy Kaplin

Stevenage
4.8
6 reviews
Automatic 60 min

Judy Kaplin is an experienced automatic driving instructor based in Stevenage. She is patient, reliable and easy to get along with. Judy teaches a wi…

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Aadil
4.3 mi

Aadil

St Albans
4.7
25 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Aadil is a DVSA approved driving instructor with years of experience, named a Top 100 Intelligent Driving Instructor in both 2023 and 2024. He teache…

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Mark Stone
6.5 mi

Mark Stone

Hemel Hempstead
4.6
10 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Ford Fiesta

Mark Stone has been a fully qualified driving instructor since 2012 and has been driving since 2001. He has taught all sorts of learners over the yea…

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Ramesh
6.3 mi

Ramesh

Hemel Hempstead
4.5
4 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Ramesh is a DSA Grade A, DVSA-registered driving instructor based in Hemel Hempstead, and he also covers St Albans and Watford. He offers both automa…

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Learning to Drive in Harpenden

Harpenden is a commuter town in the East of England with quick links to nearby centres like St Albans and Luton. It has a mixed feel, with quieter residential streets and busy times on routes into town. Learner drivers here often prepare for tests at the nearby St Albans centre, which influences lesson focus. Local demand can rise around exam days and term-time commuting.

Nearest Test Centre: St Albans

St Albans test centre sits about 4.5 miles from Harpenden, a short drive for most learners. Expect a standard DVSA test route and busy booking slots, given the number of tests run each year. The centre logged 7,154 tests in the last data year, so there will be a clear pattern to local test days. Plan travel time and arrive early to avoid last-minute stress.

44.2%
Overall Pass Rate
46.7%
Male Pass Rate
42.1%
Female Pass Rate
4.5 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

St Albans had a pass rate of 44.2% in 2024-2025, below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at St Albans passed at 46.7% and female candidates at 42.1%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Luton reported 44% and Stevenage 39%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. These figures suggest slightly tougher outcomes locally than the national picture.

Local Driving Tips

Practice in both quiet residential streets and on the busier routes you will use to reach St Albans and Luton, because test routes can include both types. Spend time on independent driving and roundabout work, since examiners often test decision-making on junctions. Book lessons that include mock tests at the same time of day as your test to get used to traffic levels. Try to do some practice during peak commuter hours so you learn to manage queues and lane changes smoothly. Keep parking and bay park practice regular, as test centres often assess controlled stops and parking.

Choosing an Instructor in Harpenden

Local instructor availability looks limited in Harpenden itself, so check nearby towns for more options. Look for an instructor who offers regular mock tests at St Albans and clear explanations of manoeuvres. Expect prices to vary by experience, pass record and whether the instructor travels to you. Read recent local reviews and confirm lesson packages before you book.

Lesson Costs in Harpenden

There is no local average lesson price listed for Harpenden in the data provided, so expect variation between instructors and neighbouring towns. Factors that affect cost include instructor experience, car type, and whether lessons include weekends or intensive courses. Always ask what is included in hourly rates and whether any test-day fees apply.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence and then book your theory test before starting regular lessons. Take enough lessons to cover normal driving, manoeuvres and independent driving, then book your practical test at St Albans when your instructor thinks you are ready. Remember to bring your provisional licence and theory pass to the test. If local instructors are scarce, plan lessons in nearby centres and allow travel time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

St Albans test centre is about 4.5 miles from Harpenden, a short drive for most learners.
St Albans had a pass rate of 44.2% in 2024-2025, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
The national average pass rate was 47.3% in the same dataset, while St Albans recorded 44.2%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
The provided data lists zero instructors in Harpenden, so availability within the town looks limited.
No average price for Harpenden is included in the data provided, so local rates will vary.
Learning time depends on your starting ability, frequency of lessons and practice outside lessons.
Yes, practising on the routes you will use to reach the St Albans test centre and nearby towns will help with test-day confidence.
Taking lessons in Harpenden is convenient if instructors are available, but with few listed locally you may need to travel.
Yes, you can book a test at St Albans from Harpenden; the centre handled 7,154 tests in 2024-2025, so booking patterns are active and you may see better slots if you plan ahead.
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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