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Some instructors covering Uckfield
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Alamin
Alamin runs Mi Driving, offering lessons in Uckfield, Tunbridge Wells, and the surrounding areas. He's a very friendly, experienced instructor who be…
Penney
Penney Beecham is a fully qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) based in Uckfield, East Sussex. She offers calm, professional and very pat…
Tom
Tom is a fully DSA qualified driving instructor based in Uckfield. He keeps lessons relaxed and straightforward, so learning to drive feels easy and …
Martin
Martin Lock is a friendly, experienced driving instructor who's been teaching for 14 years. He's got a Grade A qualification and offers both manual a…
Mick
Mick Carter is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor running his own independent LDC driving school in Lewes. He's been specially …
Rob
Rob Stevens is a friendly driving instructor based in Lewes, working under the LDC driving school franchise. He's got a trainee licence from the DVSA…
Nick
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…
Learning to Drive in Uckfield
Learning to drive in Uckfield means practising on a mix of busy A roads and quieter town streets. You will spend time on London Road, through the High Street and around the area near the railway station. The town sits close to open country roads, so you will get a variety of conditions in a short drive. Local lessons feel practical and down to earth, with short runs to busier junctions.
Nearest Test Centre: Burgess Hill
The nearest DVSA test centre is Burgess Hill, about 10.9 miles from Uckfield so you will need to travel out of town for your practical test. Burgess Hill runs around 1,872 tests a year and can be a busy booking point, so plan ahead. The test centre pass rate is 45.1%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Expect to bring ID and to spend the day at the centre on test day.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Burgess Hill's pass rate of 45.1% is a little below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Burgess Hill pass at 48.4% while female candidates pass at 41.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Tunbridge Wells posts a higher local pass rate of 50.6% while Brighton sits at 44.4%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. These differences suggest picking your test centre can affect your chances, so compare nearby options.
Local Driving Tips
Practice the A22 London Road for confidence on faster traffic and junctions. Drive the town centre through the High Street and Station Road to get used to narrow lanes and parked cars. Spend lessons on pull-outs and lane discipline before attempting longer country roads with tractors and cyclists. Work on hill starts and clutch control on local inclines. Try mock tests that include route changes to mirror how examiners vary the course.
Choosing an Instructor in Uckfield
There are four local instructors listed, so availability can be tight and you should book early. Look for a qualified ADI who offers clear lesson plans, familiarisation with Burgess Hill routes and a good pass record. Expect to pay around £39 per hour on average, and ask about block booking discounts. Confirm whether they teach in manual or automatic if you have a preference.
Lesson Costs in Uckfield
Local lessons average £39 per hour in Uckfield. Lesson cost can vary with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you book blocks of lessons or single sessions.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional driving licence online or by post, then prepare and book the theory test. Start lessons with a qualified instructor and build up to independent driving, mock tests and hazard perception practice. When ready, book your practical test at Burgess Hill or another nearby centre and make sure to bring your theory pass certificate and ID on the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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