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Instructors
9
Avg Price
£42/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Liverpool (Speke) (3.8 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
32.5%
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There are 9 driving instructors in Ince. The average price is £42 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 14 reviews.

9
Instructors
£42/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
14 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Ince 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 Ince 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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James Edge
6.8 mi

James

Chester
5.0
8 reviews
Manual 60 min

James Edge, known as Jim to most, has helped over 400 students pass their driving tests in Chester and the surrounding areas. He's an A Grade instruc…

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Matt Bowdler
6.8 mi

Matt

Chester
5.0
6 reviews
Manual 60 min

Matt Bowdler is a calm, patient automatic driving instructor based in Chester. He has 39 years of driving experience and is a Grade A instructor, so …

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Kevin Brock
3.2 mi

Kevin

Ellesmere Port
Manual 60 min

Kevin Brock is a fully qualified driving instructor who helps learners become safe, confident drivers across Ellesmere Port, Chester and Wirral. He f…

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Lesley
6.8 mi

Lesley

Chester
Manual 60 min

Lesley is a fully qualified DVSA approved driving instructor and has been teaching since 2002. She is based in Chester and covers Ellesmere Port, Chr…

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John Taylor
6.8 mi

John

Chester
Manual 60 min

John Taylor's a fully qualified driving instructor based in Chester, with a background as a secondary school teacher. He's developed his own 'Taylor'…

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Giuseppe Romeo
6.8 mi

Giuseppe

Chester
Manual 60 min

Giuseppe Romeo, or Peppe as his friends call him, is a friendly driving instructor based in Chester. He's an Approved Driving Instructor and Fleet Tr…

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Josh Turner
6.8 mi

Josh

Chester
Manual 60 min Weekends

Hi, I'm Josh Turner. I'm a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor running my own independent LDC driving school in Chester. I've been…

Intensive
£42 /hour
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David Barter
6.9 mi

David

Chester
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

David Barter is an approved driving instructor based in Chester, helping learners get their full licence and build skills for a lifetime of safe driv…

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David Pegram
6.9 mi

David

Chester
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

David Pegram is a DVSA-certified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) who trained with Geoff Capes Driving School and now runs his own school, Holdfast …

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Learning to Drive in Ince

Learning to drive in Ince puts you close to Liverpool while keeping lessons local and straightforward. The area has a small group of instructors, so bookings can fill up on popular times. You will find a mix of residential streets and short trips out towards Speke and Garston for test practice. Lessons suit learners who want quick access to nearby test centres.

Nearest Test Centre: Liverpool (Speke)

Liverpool (Speke) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 3.8 miles from Ince by road. Expect standard practical tests and a busy booking schedule, the centre runs thousands of tests a year which can affect available dates. Its practical pass rate is 32.5%, so allow time for targeted practice before booking, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). The centre recorded 6,763 tests in the last year of data.

32.5%
Overall Pass Rate
34.8%
Male Pass Rate
30.1%
Female Pass Rate
3.8 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Liverpool (Speke) has a practical pass rate of 32.5%, noticeably below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male candidates passed at 34.8% and female candidates at 30.1% at Speke, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Nearby Liverpool (Garston) shows a higher pass rate of 48.9%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). That spread suggests test centre choice and local routes can make a real difference to outcomes.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quiet residential streets to build clutch and junction control before moving onto busier roads. Practice the routes towards Speke where test routes often include roundabouts and short dual carriageway sections. Take mock tests with your instructor on the exact roads around the test centre to spot common hazards. Work on independent driving and sat-nav use, since those elements are used in practical tests.

Choosing an Instructor in Ince

With just four instructors listed in the area, check availability and whether they cover test routes to Speke and Garston. Ask each instructor about pass rates on local test routes and if they offer mock tests at the DVSA centre. Compare lesson structure and whether they provide block-booking discounts, as local competition is limited. Price expectations vary and there is no local average price provided, so request rates up front.

Lesson Costs in Ince

No average local lesson price is provided for Ince, so you should ask instructors directly for their hourly rates. Cost will depend on lesson length, instructor experience, and whether you choose intensive courses or single lessons.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional driving licence online or by post before booking lessons. Book a mix of lesson types, including mock practical tests that use the Speke test routes. When ready, pass the theory test before arranging the practical exam at the nearest centre. Keep a log of lessons and progress so you and your instructor can decide when to book the practical.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest centre is Liverpool (Speke), about 3.8 miles from Ince by road.
Liverpool (Speke) has a practical pass rate of 32.5%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
There are four instructors listed for Ince, so choice is limited.
Garston shows a higher pass rate of 48.9%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025), while Speke is closer at 3.8 miles.
Learning time varies by individual and lesson frequency.
No average local price is provided for Ince, so ask instructors for their hourly or block rates.
Many local instructors do offer practice on nearby test routes, but you should confirm this when you enquire.
Yes, recorded pass rates at Speke were 34.8% for male candidates and 30.1% for female candidates, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Liverpool (Speke) recorded 6,763 tests in the latest data year.
Ask about their experience with local test routes, availability for mock tests at Speke or Garston, and whether they offer block bookings.
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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