Driving Instructors in Upton upon Severn

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Instructors
4
Nearest Test Centre
Cheltenham (12.7 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
51.3%
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There are 4 driving instructors in Upton upon Severn. The average rating is 4.8 stars from 49 reviews.

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Instructors
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Richard Perry
9.1 mi

Richard Perry

Worcester
5.0
9 reviews
Manual 60 min

Richard Perry is a fully qualified Grade A DVSA approved driving instructor with over 20 years of experience, based in Worcester. He teaches manual l…

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Nathan Cooper
9.3 mi

Nathan Cooper

Worcester
4.9
29 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Nathan Cooper is a lead instructor at Coopers Driving School, a Worcestershire driving school that has been teaching local learners since 2005. He wo…

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Tony Mullen
9.1 mi

Tony Mullen

Worcester
4.5
11 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Tony Mullen is a fully qualified DSA-approved driving instructor and runs Assured Learning Driving School in Worcester. He has a strong local reputat…

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Ian Ross
6.6 mi

Ian Ross

Malvern
Manual & Auto 60 min

Ian Ross is a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor based in Malvern who offers safe, calm and professional driving lessons. He keeps things relaxed and f…

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Learning to Drive in Upton upon Severn

Upton upon Severn is a compact riverside town in the West Midlands with a village feel and a short, busy High Street by the river. Learning to drive here means lots of low-speed manoeuvres, narrow streets and occasional festival traffic. Lessons often mix quiet residential roads with short runs out towards nearby towns. You get local routes that prepare you for the longer test routes at Cheltenham, about 12.7 miles away.

Nearest Test Centre: Cheltenham

Cheltenham is the nearest DVSA test centre, around 12.7 miles from Upton upon Severn. Its pass rate is 51.3%, with male pass rate 54.8% and female pass rate 48% according to official figures, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Cheltenham handles around 6,010 tests a year, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Expect a mix of town roads, roundabouts and some faster A-road sections when you go for a test there.

51.3%
Overall Pass Rate
54.8%
Male Pass Rate
48.0%
Female Pass Rate
12.7 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Cheltenham's overall pass rate of 51.3% sits above the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Gloucester reports a pass rate of 46.8% and Worcester 44.1%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, so Cheltenham performs better than those nearby centres. Male candidates at Cheltenham have a higher pass rate than female candidates, 54.8% versus 48%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. That split mirrors a common pattern seen in many test centres.

Local Driving Tips

Practice slow control and mirror checks on the High Street where parked cars narrow the lane. Work on hill starts and clutch control near the bridge over the River Severn, which can be busy during events. Get comfortable with bay parking and reversing in local car parks before attempting mock tests. Take a few longer drives that head towards Cheltenham so you get used to roundabouts and short stretches of faster road.

Choosing an Instructor in Upton upon Severn

There are four local instructors based in Upton upon Severn, so availability can be limited at peak times. Pick an instructor who knows the Cheltenham test centre and its common routes, and who can offer test-day drives to the centre. Check for an approved driving instructor badge and ask how they structure lessons and mock tests. Expect prices to vary by experience and whether the instructor includes travel to the test centre.

Lesson Costs in Upton upon Severn

No local average price is provided, so lesson rates will depend on instructor experience and whether they include travel to Cheltenham. Travel time to the test centre and test-day accompaniment can push the cost up compared with purely local lessons. Intensive courses and extras like mock tests also add to the total price.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence as your first step, then work on theory study alongside early lessons. Book your practical test at Cheltenham when your instructor thinks you're ready, bearing in mind the 12.7 mile journey to the centre. Regular lessons plus independent practice on local streets and the High Street bridge area will prepare you for the mix of town roads and roundabouts you will meet in the test.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest DVSA test centre is Cheltenham, about 12.7 miles away.
There are four local driving instructors listed for Upton upon Severn.
Cheltenham's pass rate is 51.3%, which is above the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
No specific local average price is provided, so costs vary by instructor and experience.
Learning time depends on how often you take lessons and how much you practise.
Cheltenham's pass rate of 51.3% is actually higher than the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, so it is not harder overall.
You can practise bay parking in local car parks and quieter streets off the High Street.
Tests from Cheltenham typically cover a mix of town roads, roundabouts and some faster road sections.
Ask potential instructors if they regularly take pupils to Cheltenham for tests and mock runs.
Yes, at Cheltenham male candidates have a pass rate of 54.8% while female candidates have 48%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
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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