Driving Instructors in Pelsall

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Instructors
12
Avg Price
£36/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Chesterfield (5.1 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
37.4%
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There are 12 driving instructors in Pelsall. Prices range from £33.00 to £37.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.2 stars from 42 reviews.

12
Instructors
£36/hr
Avg Price
4.2 / 5
42 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
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Our Pelsall 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 Pelsall

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Joanna Pemberton
5.1 mi

Joanna Pemberton

Cannock
5.0
6 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Cupra Born

Joanna Pemberton is a fully qualified, DVSA registered Grade A driving instructor with several years of experience in driver education. She runs iDri…

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Mark Evans
9.4 mi

Mark Evans

Dudley
5.0
6 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Mark Evans runs iPass Driving School and is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with over thirteen years' experience. He teaches acro…

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£37 /hour
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Aky
8.8 mi

Aky

Sandwell
5.0
2 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Aky is a fully qualified driving instructor with years of experience teaching learners in and around the Black Country. He offers both manual and aut…

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Steve
7.6 mi

Steve

Sutton Coldfield
4.8
16 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Steve is a calm, friendly driving instructor with 1st Choice Driving Academy. His learners often pass first time and quite a few have passed with zer…

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Faz
9.4 mi

Faz

Dudley
4.7
6 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Faz is a DVSA fully qualified driving instructor with Get Set Drive School of Motoring, a friendly family-run driving school based in Dudley. He keep…

Refresher Intensive
£37 /hour
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Richard Bates
7.3 mi

Richard Bates

Wolverhampton
3.0
1 review
Automatic 90 min
Toyota Corolla

Richard Bates is an Approved Driving Instructor with a really kind, calm approach, specialising in helping learners with disabilities. He has over tw…

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Paul
5.1 mi

Paul

Cannock
1.8
5 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Paul is a highly experienced driving instructor who specialises in intensive driving courses, and he has already helped over 860 learners pass their …

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Andy
5.1 mi

Andy

Chesterfield
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Andy has over 37 years of driving experience and offers professional manual driving lessons in Chesterfield and the surrounding areas. He's calm, pat…

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Ian
5.1 mi

Ian

Chesterfield
Manual & Auto 60 min

Ian has been teaching people to drive for 25 years and works with New Whittington Driving School in Chesterfield. He has a very high pass rate, thank…

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Lee Antony
6.7 mi

Lee Antony

Tipton
Manual & Auto 60 min

Lee Antony is a fully qualified driving instructor based in Tipton. He runs the Lee Antony Driving School, which has a lively Facebook page with 941 …

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Raj
7.3 mi

Raj

Wolverhampton
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Toyota Corolla

Raj is an experienced driving instructor at New Way Driving School, a long-standing family-owned school in Wolverhampton. He has helped loads of lear…

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Amirul
9.1 mi

Amirul

Birmingham
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Amirul is a DVSA-registered driving instructor with Think Safety Driving School in Birmingham. His pupils often mention his calm, patient teaching st…

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£33 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Pelsall

Pelsall sits in the West Midlands and has a small but steady group of driving instructors. Lessons here tend to mix quiet residential streets with short trips towards nearby towns. You will find local instructors who know the routes candidates use for tests at nearby centres. With 14 active instructors there are options for weekday and weekend lessons.

Nearest Test Centre: Chesterfield

The nearest DVSA test centre listed is Chesterfield, about 5.1 miles from Pelsall. Expect a mix of suburban and town driving on the test route and a fairly busy test schedule, with 4,581 tests run per year (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). The centre's overall pass rate is 37.4% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), and there is a noticeable difference between male and female pass rates. Allow time to travel to the centre when booking a test, especially during peak hours.

37.4%
Overall Pass Rate
40.0%
Male Pass Rate
34.6%
Female Pass Rate
5.1 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Chesterfield's pass rate of 37.4% is below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Wednesbury records a 32.8% pass rate, while Birmingham (Kingstanding) is at 40.7% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). At Chesterfield males pass at 40% and females at 34.6%, showing a gap that mirrors wider regional patterns (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). These figures suggest test routes in the area can be challenging for some learners, so targeted practice matters.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quieter residential streets to build clutch and steering control. Once you are confident, practise the longer drive to Chesterfield test centre so you are comfortable with the journey on test day. Include sessions on busier approaches towards Wednesbury and Kingstanding to get used to heavier traffic. Work specifically on manoeuvres and independent driving, since local test routes often include roundabouts and multi-lane junctions. Take a mock test with your instructor that follows the timings of the real exam.

Choosing an Instructor in Pelsall

Look for an instructor who knows the routes to Chesterfield, Wednesbury and Kingstanding. Check reviews and ask if they offer mock tests and pass-rate feedback from recent pupils. With 14 instructors in the area you should be able to compare availability and teaching style. Expect to pay around the local average but ask about block-book discounts.

Lesson Costs in Pelsall

The average lesson price in Pelsall is £36 per hour. Prices vary with experience, lesson length and whether you book block sessions or single lessons.

Getting Started

Apply for a provisional licence before you start lessons, either online or by post. Book a theory test, then schedule practical lessons with an instructor who knows the nearby test centres. When ready, book your practical test at Chesterfield or a nearby centre and do a mock test beforehand. Keep a log of lessons and progress so you can spot areas that need extra practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest listed DVSA test centre is Chesterfield, about 5.1 miles from Pelsall.
Chesterfield test centre has an overall pass rate of 37.4%, which is below the national average (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Chesterfield and Wednesbury both show lower pass rates than the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Average lesson price in Pelsall is £36 per hour.
Time to learn varies with ability and practice.
There are 14 instructors listed for Pelsall, so you should be able to compare timetables and teaching styles.
Yes, practising the travel to Chesterfield helps with timing and reduces travel-day nerves.
Wednesbury is about 5.3 miles away and Birmingham (Kingstanding) is about 6.7 miles away, offering alternative booking options and different pass rates (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Yes, at Chesterfield males pass at 40% while females pass at 34.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Ask if they do mock tests that mimic the Chesterfield route and how many lessons they recommend before booking a test.
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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