Driving Instructors in Peacehaven

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Instructors
6
Avg Price
£38/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Brighton (6.2 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
44.4%
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There are 6 driving instructors in Peacehaven. The average price is £38 per hour. The average rating is 4.9 stars from 124 reviews.

6
Instructors
£38/hr
Avg Price
4.9 / 5
124 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Peacehaven 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 Peacehaven 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 Peacehaven

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Darren
6.3 mi

Darren

Brighton
5.0
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Darren runs Brighton Driving Lessons and leads a team of fully qualified, DSA registered and CRB checked instructors who are known as some of the bes…

Refresher Intensive Pass Plus
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Lumi
6.3 mi

Lumi

Brighton
5.0
26 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Lumi is a friendly, calm driving instructor based in Brighton, offering both automatic and manual lessons across Brighton and Hove. Lessons are plann…

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Clare
6.3 mi

Clare

Brighton
4.9
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Clare runs Ladydrive and His & Hers Driving School in Brighton. She looks after a friendly team of patient, DBS-checked instructors, both male and fe…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Fabio
6.3 mi

Fabio

Brighton
4.9
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Fabio is a very experienced driving instructor in Brighton, known for being calm, friendly and easy to talk to. He focuses on how you learn best and …

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway
£38 /hour
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K
6.5 mi

Karol

Brighton
4.9
8 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Karol has many years of experience as a driving instructor, including time with the AA before starting his own school. He is friendly and patient, an…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Graham Bradford
5.6 mi

Graham Bradford

Lewes
Automatic 60 min

Graham Bradford runs GB Automatic, a friendly Lewes-based driving school offering quality automatic driving lessons. He is known for being patient, s…

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Learning to Drive in Peacehaven

Peacehaven sits on the South Coast with cliff-top views and a compact town centre. Lessons here combine quiet residential streets, the busy A259 seafront road and quick links to the A27 near Telscombe. You will practise hill starts and coastal-crosswinds as well as suburban junctions around the Meridian Centre. Many learners head into Brighton for busier test routes and extra experience.

Nearest Test Centre: Brighton

Brighton test centre lies about 6.2 miles from Peacehaven, a short drive along the A259 and up towards the city. Expect urban test routes that include seafront roads and busy junctions, so book a few mock tests beforehand. Brighton's pass rate is 44.4%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

44.4%
Overall Pass Rate
46.8%
Male Pass Rate
42.2%
Female Pass Rate
6.2 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Brighton sits below the national average, with a 44.4% pass rate compared with the national 47.3% figure. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Brighton pass at 46.8% while female candidates pass at 42.2%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby centres show some variation, Burgess Hill is 45.1% and Eastbourne is 49.5%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Get comfortable on the A259 early, it is the main road through town and can be busy at peak times. Practice junctions near the Meridian Centre and Telscombe approaches where lane selection matters. Watch for strong coastal winds on the cliff-top roads and allow extra space when parking near the promenade. Learn the routes into Brighton so you are relaxed about roundabouts and city traffic on test day. Practise hill starts on sloping residential streets away from main roads until you feel confident.

Choosing an Instructor in Peacehaven

There are six instructors locally, so check availability rather than choice alone. Look for an instructor who is DVSA registered and offers dual-control lessons. Expect hourly rates around £38 and ask about block-booking discounts and cancellation terms. Pick someone who knows Brighton test routes if you plan to take your test there.

Lesson Costs in Peacehaven

Lessons in Peacehaven typically cost around £38 per hour. Prices vary with instructor experience, whether you block book lessons, and if the instructor travels to the test centre in Brighton.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online, then book and pass your theory and hazard perception tests. Start regular lessons once you have your provisional and aim for a mix of town, rural and motorway-style driving if possible. When ready, book a practical test at Brighton, which is roughly 6.2 miles away and covers urban test routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest test centre is Brighton, about 6.2 miles from Peacehaven along the A259.
Brighton test centre has a 44.4% pass rate.
Brighton's 44.4% pass rate is below the national average of 47.3%.
There are six driving instructors listed in Peacehaven.
Average lesson price in the area is around £38 per hour.
Yes, at Brighton male candidates pass at 46.8% and female candidates pass at 42.2%.
Learners sometimes use Burgess Hill, about 12.9 miles away with a 45.1% pass rate, or Eastbourne, about 13.6 miles away with a 49.5% pass rate.
Focus on the A259 coastal road and the junctions toward the A27 near Telscombe, plus local roundabouts and the approaches to the Meridian Centre.
Times vary with lesson frequency and ability, but many learners take several months with weekly lessons.
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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