Where is the nearest DVSA test centre for learners in Melbourne?

Derby (Alvaston) is the nearest test centre, about 5.5 miles from Melbourne. It handles a range of suburban routes and saw around 1,150 tests in 2024-2025, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

How does Derby (Alvaston) pass rate compare with the national average?

Derby (Alvaston) has a pass rate of 45.5%, which is below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. That gap is small but worth noting when you pick local practice routes.

How many driving instructors are based in Melbourne and is it easy to find lessons?

There are seven driving instructors listed for Melbourne. That gives a reasonable choice of times and teaching styles, though availability can vary at peak times.

What is the typical cost of a driving lesson in Melbourne?

Lessons in Melbourne average 35 per hour. Block bookings and intensive courses may change the hourly rate or offer discounts.

How long does it usually take to learn to drive around Melbourne?

Learning time varies a lot depending on practice, frequency of lessons and prior experience. Regular lessons plus practice between sessions will shorten the time, and working with an instructor familiar with local routes helps.

Are pass rates different for men and women at the local test centre?

Yes, at Derby (Alvaston) male candidates had a pass rate of 49.3% and female candidates 41.8%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Those figures reflect the centre's recent data and may guide how you focus your practice.

Should I practise on local country lanes before my test?

Yes, practising on the local single-track and narrow lanes around Melbourne helps with observation and steering. Your instructor can show you typical hazards like farm traffic and tight junctions.

How do I book a practical driving test from Melbourne?

You book practical tests through the official government booking service online or via phone. Choose Derby (Alvaston) if you prefer the nearest centre, and book early to get suitable dates.

How much do driving lessons cost?

Driving lesson prices vary by location and instructor, typically ranging from £30 to £45 per hour. Many instructors offer discounted rates for block bookings of 10 or more lessons. First lessons are often discounted to help you get started.

How many driving lessons will I need to pass?

Most learners need between 40 to 50 hours of professional tuition, plus around 20 hours of private practice. However, this varies based on your confidence, how quickly you learn, and how often you practice between lessons.

Should I learn in a manual or automatic car?

If you pass in an automatic, you can only drive automatic cars. Passing in a manual gives you the flexibility to drive both. Automatics are easier to learn in and becoming more popular, especially with electric vehicles on the rise.

How do I book my driving test?

You can book your practical driving test online through the DVSA website or by calling their booking line. You will need your provisional licence number and your theory test pass certificate number. Tests cost £62 on weekdays or £75 on evenings and weekends.

What should I look for in a driving instructor?

Look for a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) with good reviews. Consider their availability, the type of car they use, their teaching style, and whether they offer the lesson times you need. A good instructor should be patient, clear in their explanations, and make you feel comfortable.

Can I use my own car for driving lessons?

Most instructors prefer to use their own dual-controlled vehicles for safety reasons. However, some may offer lessons in your car for an additional fee. You would need to ensure your car is properly insured for learner driver use.

Driving Instructors in Melbourne | Compare & Book Lessons

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Andy Price

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Damian Jones

Derby

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3 reviews

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Damian Jones is a DSA-approved driving instructor working in Derby, Ashbourne and the wider Derbyshire area. He's a friendly local instructor who kee…

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Munir

Munir teaches at Mughal Driving School and keeps his lessons relaxed and supportive. He focuses on safe and responsible driving, and he adapts how he…

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Ameer

Burton-upon-Trent

4.5

2 reviews

Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Ameer is a DVSA-approved driving instructor with A&A Driving School, which has been giving lessons in Burton-upon-Trent since 1989. The school has ov…

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Kevin

Coalville

Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Kevin is a friendly driving instructor based in Coalville. He offers patient, supportive lessons that suit how you like to learn. He knows learning t…

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Carly

Coalville

Manual 120 min

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Carly is an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) who qualified in 2022 after training with Mark Jordan Driving. She started out part-time as a franchise…

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Steve

Burton on Trent

Manual & Auto 60 min Weekends

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Learning to Drive in Melbourne

Learning to drive in Melbourne mixes quiet village streets with short runs onto busier A roads into Derby. Lessons often focus on Station Road and the village centre, plus rural lanes that test observation and car control. Its location makes Derby test routes easy to reach, so you spend less time in the car going to tests. There are seven local instructors, so you can usually find a suitable match.

Nearest Test Centre: Derby (Alvaston)

Derby (Alvaston) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 5.5 miles from Melbourne. The centre has a pass rate of 45.5%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, and ran around 1,150 tests in 2024-2025, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Test routes from Alvaston include suburban roads and roundabouts, so expect a mix of junctions and built-up driving. Allow extra time for parking and weekday traffic when you travel to the centre.

45.5%

Overall Pass Rate

49.3%

Male Pass Rate

41.8%

Female Pass Rate

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Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Derby (Alvaston) posts a pass rate of 45.5%, which sits below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Men at the Alvaston centre pass at 49.3% and women at 41.8%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Loughborough saw 43% and Burton on Trent 38.5%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. That spread suggests local test routes vary in difficulty, so practising typical suburban junctions and roundabouts helps.

Local Driving Tips

Expect narrow lanes and occasional agricultural vehicles on roads around Melbourne, so mirror and signal early. Practice hill starts and slow clutch control on small village inclines and near Station Road. When driving towards Derby, watch for multi-lane roundabouts and lane changes, check mirrors well before you commit. On wet days leaves and faded markings make stopping distances longer, so increase the gap to the vehicle in front. Plan journeys to the test centre to avoid peak flows and save stress on exam day.

Choosing an Instructor in Melbourne

Pick an instructor who knows local test routes and Derby (Alvaston) procedures. Ask about lesson structure, pass rates, and whether they offer lessons that mirror your likely test route. Expect to pay around 35 per hour on average locally. With seven instructors in Melbourne you can compare availability and find someone who fits your schedule.

Lesson Costs in Melbourne

Hourly lessons in Melbourne average about 35. Prices vary with instructor experience, car type, and whether you buy block bookings or single lessons.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence before you book practical lessons. Study and pass the theory test while you build practical skills, then book practical lessons that cover Derby (Alvaston) routes. When your instructor feels you are ready, arrange the practical test and allow time to travel to the test centre. After you pass you will exchange your provisional for a full driving licence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Derby (Alvaston) is the nearest test centre, about 5.5 miles from Melbourne.

Derby (Alvaston) has a pass rate of 45.5%, which is below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

There are seven driving instructors listed for Melbourne.

Lessons in Melbourne average 35 per hour.

Learning time varies a lot depending on practice, frequency of lessons and prior experience.

Yes, at Derby (Alvaston) male candidates had a pass rate of 49.3% and female candidates 41.8%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Yes, practising on the local single-track and narrow lanes around Melbourne helps with observation and steering.

Nearby centres include Loughborough, about 9.8 miles away with a 43% pass rate, and Burton on Trent, about 9.9 miles away with a 38.5% pass rate, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

You book practical tests through the official government booking service online or via phone.

Some instructors offer intensive or semi-intensive courses, but availability varies among the seven local instructors.

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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