Driving Instructors in Hartlepool

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Instructors
6
Avg Price
£38/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Hartlepool (0.5 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
42.0%
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There are 6 driving instructors in Hartlepool. The average price is £38 per hour. The average rating is 4.4 stars from 51 reviews.

6
Instructors
£38/hr
Avg Price
4.4 / 5
51 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
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JR
7.7 mi

Jim Robinson

Middlesbrough
5.0
16 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Jim Robinson runs Acorn School of Motoring, offering relaxed, structured driving lessons around Middlesbrough and Redcar. He uses a coaching-style ap…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Billy
0.1 mi

Billy

Hartlepool
5.0
4 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Ford Fiesta Ecoboost

Billy has been teaching learner drivers since 2006 and runs Pass with Billy School of Motoring in Hartlepool. He offers both theory and practical tra…

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Patrick Lewis
7.7 mi

Patrick Lewis

Middlesbrough
4.7
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Patrick Lewis is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) who really cares about road safety. He wants his learners not just to…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Alan Kingston
0.2 mi

Alan Kingston

Hartlepool
3.0
1 review
Manual & Auto 60 min

Alan Kingston is an Approved Driving Instructor with nearly 23 years of experience in driver education. He started out with BSM, then moved to AA Dri…

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Paul Jeffrey
7.7 mi

Paul Jeffrey

Middlesbrough
Manual & Auto 60 min

Paul Jeffrey is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in Middlesbrough, and runs Pass with Paul Driving School. He really wants his learne…

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Graham
7.7 mi

Graham

Middlesbrough
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Graham is the main contact for 5 Star Driver Training, a local driving school in Middlesbrough. They cover the nearby areas too, including Stockton, …

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£38 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Hartlepool

Learning to drive in Hartlepool is a local affair with a small pool of instructors and close test facilities. Lessons tend to focus on town-centre manoeuvres and nearby test routes. You will often find short drives between lessons and the test centre, which shapes how tuition is organised. Driving here suits learners who want frequent, short practice sessions.

Nearest Test Centre: Hartlepool

Hartlepool DVSA test centre is very close to the town centre, roughly 0.5 miles away from central points. Expect typical two-part practical tests run from this centre, with steady demand given the number of local tests. Booking can be competitive because the centre carries a fair number of tests each year. If a slot is hard to find, nearby Middlesbrough or Durham offer alternatives within a short drive.

42.0%
Overall Pass Rate
47.6%
Male Pass Rate
37.4%
Female Pass Rate
0.5 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Hartlepool test centre has a pass rate of 42% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Hartlepool pass at 47.6% while female candidates pass at 37.4% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Middlesbrough posts a similar pass rate around 41.5% while Durham reports a higher rate of 60.1% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). These differences suggest route choice and local test patterns influence results as much as individual preparation.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons near the town centre to get comfortable with local junctions and traffic flow. Practice bay parking and three-point turns regularly since test routes from the local centre often include tight manoeuvres. Build confidence on short cross-town runs, then extend to longer trips towards Middlesbrough and Durham for higher-speed A-road experience. Take a mock test with an instructor to mirror the local timing and examiner expectations. Aim to do some lessons at the same time of day as your test so you know typical traffic at that hour.

Choosing an Instructor in Hartlepool

With only six instructors listed locally, availability can be limited so book lessons in advance. Look for an instructor who offers mock tests at the Hartlepool centre and who knows recent test routes. Expect average lesson prices near £38, though experience and package deals will affect that. Ask about pass-rate history and lesson plans before you commit.

Lesson Costs in Hartlepool

Average local lesson cost is around £38 per hour. Prices vary with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you take block-booking discounts.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence first, then start weekly lessons with a local instructor. Book and pass the theory test before you schedule the practical exam at Hartlepool. Use mock tests and a few lessons on neighbouring routes to round off preparation before your practical.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The Hartlepool DVSA test centre is about 0.5 miles from central Hartlepool, so it is a short drive or a reasonable walk ...
Hartlepool test centre pass rate is 42% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Male candidates at Hartlepool pass at 47.6% while female candidates pass at 37.4% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
There are six instructors listed in Hartlepool, so availability can be tight at peak times and you may need to book ahea...
The local average price is £38 per hour.
Yes, Middlesbrough is about 7.6 miles away and Durham about 16.5 miles away, so they are viable for extra practice.
Learning time varies, but plan for several months of weekly lessons if you start from scratch.
Demand is steady because the test centre handles many tests each year, so prime dates can fill up.
Many local instructors include mock tests or test-format assessments, and you should ask prospective instructors if they...
Pass rates reflect a mix of candidate experience, local test routes and examiner patterns.
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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