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10
Avg Price
£43/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Burgess Hill (4.9 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
45.1%
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There are 10 driving instructors in Lindfield. Prices range from £39.00 to £45.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 19 reviews.

10
Instructors
£43/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
19 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Lindfield 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 Lindfield 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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8.7 mi

Szymon

East Grinstead
5.0
10 reviews
Automatic 120 min Evenings + Weekends
Toyota Yaris

Szymon is an experienced automatic driving instructor based in East Grinstead, West Sussex. He runs Green Light School and teaches in an easy-to-driv…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway
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8.6 mi

Alamin

Uckfield
5.0
3 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Alamin runs Mi Driving, offering lessons in Uckfield, Tunbridge Wells, and the surrounding areas. He's a very friendly, experienced instructor who be…

Intensive
£45 /hour
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Clare
8.7 mi

Clare

East Grinstead
5.0
3 reviews
Manual 60 min

Clare is a DVSA Approved, fully qualified female driving instructor based in East Grinstead. She offers manual driving lessons and has a patient, fri…

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Penney Beecham
8.6 mi

Penney

Uckfield
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 60 min

Penney Beecham is a fully qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) based in Uckfield, East Sussex. She offers calm, professional and very pat…

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Tom
8.6 mi

Tom

Uckfield
5.0
1 review
Manual 60 min
Mini

Tom is a fully DSA qualified driving instructor based in Uckfield. He keeps lessons relaxed and straightforward, so learning to drive feels easy and …

Intensive Motorway Pass Plus
£39 /hour
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Nick Wilcox
0.7 mi

Nick

Haywards Heath
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Hi, I'm Nick Wilcox. I've been an approved driving instructor for over 35 years, and I run COOL Driving, which I started back in 2007. I'm based in H…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway
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JG
8 mi

Jerry

Crawley
Manual 120 min

Hi, I'm Jerry Gravell. I'm a DVSA approved driving instructor based in Maidenbower, Crawley, and I've been teaching people to drive around here for a…

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Giles Blanch
8 mi

Giles

Crawley
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Giles Blanch runs GB Driving, a friendly driving school based in Crawley. He's a patient, knowledgeable and highly experienced instructor who's been …

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Laurence
8 mi

Laurence

Crawley
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Hi, I'm Laurence. I've been an approved driving instructor since 2012, and I've taught all sorts of learners around Crawley. Over the years, I've pic…

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Mark Brewster
8 mi

Mark

Crawley
Manual 90 min Weekends

Mark Brewster is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor running his own independent LDC driving school. He's been specially trained by LDC in …

Intensive
£44 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Lindfield

Learning to drive in Lindfield feels village-sized and practical. Lessons here mix quiet residential streets with short runs out towards Burgess Hill. You will get used to parked cars, narrow lanes and local traffic at school times. Many learners prefer local instructors who know nearby test routes and timings.

Nearest Test Centre: Burgess Hill

Burgess Hill is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 4.9 miles away. Expect a standard test route that includes residential streets, roundabouts and busier junctions on the approach to town. Burgess Hill handled 1,872 tests in 2024-2025, so appointments are regular. Burgess Hill pass rate is 45.1%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

45.1%
Overall Pass Rate
48.4%
Male Pass Rate
41.3%
Female Pass Rate
4.9 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Burgess Hill's pass rate sits below the national average at 45.1% versus 47.3%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates passed at 48.4% while female candidates passed at 41.3% at Burgess Hill. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Crawley and Brighton record pass rates of 42.1% and 44.4% respectively, which gives you options if you want a different test route. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quieter residential roads to build control and observation skills before tackling busier approaches to Burgess Hill. Practice clutch control and slow manoeuvres where parked cars narrow the road. Deal with junctions and roundabouts calmly, check mirrors early and pick a safe gap. Time lessons outside school run hours to avoid peak local traffic. If you plan tests in Burgess Hill, practise approaching roundabouts and multi-lane junctions as these feature on many local routes.

Choosing an Instructor in Lindfield

With six local instructors in Lindfield you should meet a few to compare. Look for an instructor who knows Burgess Hill test routes and who can give structured lesson plans. Expect to pay around the local average of £39 per hour, though prices can vary by experience and vehicle type. Availability can be limited at peak times, so ask about weekend or block booking options.

Lesson Costs in Lindfield

Average lesson cost in Lindfield is £39 per hour. Prices change with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you book intensive courses or block bookings.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence, then book a theory test before lessons get too far along. Your instructor can help with hazard perception practice and mock tests. When you and your instructor agree you are ready, book a practical test at Burgess Hill or a nearby centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Burgess Hill test centre is about 4.9 miles from Lindfield, a short drive for a test.
Burgess Hill has a pass rate of 45.1%.
At Burgess Hill male candidates passed at 48.4% while female candidates passed at 41.3%.
There are six instructors listed for Lindfield.
The local average price is £39 per hour.
Nearby alternatives include Crawley, about 6.8 miles away, and Brighton, about 12.9 miles away.
Burgess Hill conducted 1,872 tests in 2024-2025, which shows steady throughput.
Learning time depends on how often you take lessons and your starting ability.
Local Lindfield streets build core skills like observation, slow control and roundabout approach.
With six instructors in the area you have options, but peak times fill quickly.
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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