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Some instructors covering Perry Barr
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Sunny
Sunny is a friendly, patient driving instructor based in Tipton. He's been teaching for years and has helped over a thousand students pass their test…
Debbie
Debbie Blagg is a very experienced driving instructor in Solihull and has run Debi B's Driving School since 1999. She's friendly, patient and underst…
Mark
Mark Evans runs iPass Driving School and is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with over thirteen years' experience. He teaches acro…
Saif
Saif Kabir runs Saif Driving School, a friendly local driving school that's been awarded Best Local Driving School in Sandwell four years running. He…
Debz
Debbie is a calm, patient driving instructor based in Brierley Hill. She gets to know what you want from your lessons and goes at a pace that suits y…
Jason
Jason M Thorne is a fully qualified and DSA registered driving instructor based in Solihull. He's been teaching for years and offers a calm, clear ap…
Mike
Hi, I'm Mike Hurry. I've been a driving instructor for over 20 years, and I'm a Grade A ADI with a 100% pass rate. I teach in a modern dual-control c…
Ansar
Ansar is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in Birmingham. He's been teaching for almost 20 years, helping people of all abilities star…
James
James Verschoyle is a fully qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructor based in Sandwell. He's got the most up-to-date BTEC4 professional qualificati…
Hibah
Hibah is a fully qualified and experienced DVSA driving instructor based in Walsall. She runs Hibah Driving School, focusing on automatic car lessons…
Tim
Tim Pidler is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor running his own independent LDC driving school in Solihull. He's been speciall…
Jon
Jon Matthews is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Solihull. He's a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) w…
Learning to Drive in Perry Barr
Perry Barr sits in the north of Birmingham in the West Midlands, with a mix of residential streets and busy arterial routes. You will spend time on Walsall Road (A34) and near the M6 approaches, so expect urban traffic. Local lessons often include sections around Perry Barr railway station and the busy junctions toward Kingstanding. It feels like a practical place to learn, with short drives to nearby test centres.
Nearest Test Centre: Birmingham (Kingstanding)
Birmingham (Kingstanding) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 1.8 miles from Perry Barr so travel is usually under 15 minutes by car. You can expect busy urban roads on the way, especially along Walsall Road (A34), and parking near the centre can be limited. The centre runs around 10,214 tests a year, so test slots can fill up at peak times. Pass rates at this centre are lower than the national average, so check local routes with your instructor.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Birmingham (Kingstanding) has a pass rate of 40.7%, below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Kingstanding pass at 44.5% while female candidates pass at 36.7% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby centres show variation, with Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) at 47.6% and Birmingham (Wyndley) at 38.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Local pass figures suggest practicing typical Kingstanding routes will help improve your chances.
Local Driving Tips
Get comfortable with Walsall Road (A34) traffic and its bus lanes, they feature in many local lessons. Practice joining and leaving the M6 approaches, and make mirror checks before lane changes on the faster stretches. Take time to rehearse multi-lane roundabouts and observation at junctions near Perry Barr railway station. Keep manoeuvres sharp in quieter residential streets; instructors often use cul-de-sacs for bay parking and reversing around a corner. Ask your instructor to run mock tests that end at Birmingham (Kingstanding) so you see the actual finish area.
Choosing an Instructor in Perry Barr
There are 14 instructors serving Perry Barr, so you can compare availability and local knowledge. Expect an average lesson price of around 35, though experienced instructors may charge more. Pick someone who knows Kingstanding test routes and who offers mock tests at the nearby centre. Check reviews and ask for a short trial lesson so you can see if their teaching style suits you.
Lesson Costs in Perry Barr
Average single-lesson cost in Perry Barr is 35, which matches many urban parts of the West Midlands. Factors that affect price include instructor experience, car type, and block-booking discounts. Evening and weekend slots can cost more if demand is high.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence online before booking lessons. Start with regular hourly lessons and study for the theory test alongside practical driving. When your instructor thinks you are ready, book the practical test at Birmingham (Kingstanding) or a nearby centre. Keep a record of your lessons and use mock tests to get familiar with local routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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