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8
Avg Price
£37/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Leeds (Horsforth) (2.1 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
34.9%
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There are 8 driving instructors in Yeadon. Prices range from £35.00 to £39.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 34 reviews.

8
Instructors
£37/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
34 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
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Asad
6.2 mi

Asad

Leeds
5.0
30 reviews
Manual 60 min

Asad is a DSA-approved driving instructor and the lead tutor at Skyline Driving School, a multi-award-winning school based in Leeds. He keeps lessons…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway
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Antony Bedford
7.2 mi

Antony

Leeds
5.0
3 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Antony Bedford is the founder of AB Driving School and a Grade 6 Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). He set the school up in 2000 and has been teachin…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway Pass Plus
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Phil Robinson
9 mi

Phil

Queensbury
5.0
1 review
Manual 120 min Evenings + Weekends
Ford Puma

Phil Robinson has been helping learners in Bradford and Queensbury for years, with over 30 years of experience in the transport industry. He's a DVSA…

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£35 /hour
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Janice Fox
1.2 mi

Janice

Guiseley
Manual 60 min
Toyota Yaris

Janice Fox is a friendly, local driving instructor who's been teaching for over 16 years. She's a fully qualified Grade A Approved Driving Instructor…

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SH
1.9 mi

Scott

Scotland
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Vauxhall Corsa Griffin

Scott Henderson has been an Approved Driving Instructor since 2012, and he's helped countless learners in Scotland pass their test. He's known for hi…

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7.2 mi

Meena

Leeds
Manual & Auto 60 min

Meena runs Meena's School of Motoring in Leeds, offering both manual and automatic driving lessons. She's got a solid track record, with plenty of le…

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Tony Jenkinson
7.2 mi

Tony

Leeds
Manual 60 min Weekends

Tony Jenkinson is a friendly, fully qualified driving instructor based in Leeds. He runs his own independent LDC driving school and has been speciall…

Intensive
£39 /hour
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Richard Burnhill
9.4 mi

Richard

Gomersal
Manual 60 min

Richard Burnhill runs Gomersal Driving School and teaches learner drivers across Gomersal and nearby West Yorkshire towns. He knows the local test ro…

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Learning to Drive in Yeadon

Learning to drive in Yeadon feels local and practical. Lessons tend to focus on short, busy commuter routes into nearby Leeds and Bradford. There are fewer instructors here than in larger suburbs, so you may book around local availability. Most learners find lessons mix town centre traffic with quieter residential streets.

Nearest Test Centre: Leeds (Horsforth)

Your nearest DVSA test centre is Leeds (Horsforth), about 2.1 miles from Yeadon. Expect standard practical tests with routes that use nearby commuter roads and roundabouts, and a high number of tests each year which can affect booking times. Leeds (Horsforth) ran 9,833 tests in 2024-2025 and had a 34.9% pass rate, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

34.9%
Overall Pass Rate
38.2%
Male Pass Rate
31.8%
Female Pass Rate
2.1 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Leeds (Horsforth) records a 34.9% pass rate compared with the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates passed at 38.2% while female candidates passed at 31.8% at that centre, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Bradford shows a slightly higher pass rate of 36.9%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Expect busy periods on main commuter routes into Leeds and Bradford, so plan lessons outside rush hour where possible. Practice junctions and roundabouts you see near town as test routes often use them. Work on mirror checks and lane discipline when approaching built-up areas. Book mock tests from the same test centre to get used to local signalling and traffic flow.

Choosing an Instructor in Yeadon

Look for an instructor who knows Leeds (Horsforth) test routes and has recent local pass references. With nine instructors in Yeadon, availability varies, so ask about flexible slots and block-booking discounts. Compare hourly rates against local average of 30 and check that the instructor uses dual controls and offers mock tests.

Lesson Costs in Yeadon

Average lessons in Yeadon cost around 30 per hour. Prices change with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you buy block bookings or refresher sessions close to the test.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online or by post before booking lessons. Study and pass the theory test, then start practical lessons with a local instructor. When ready, book a practical test at Leeds (Horsforth) and consider a mock test beforehand to familiarise yourself with local routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest test centre is Leeds (Horsforth), about 2.1 miles from Yeadon.
Driving lessons in Yeadon average around 30 per hour.
The nearest centre, Leeds (Horsforth), has a 34.9% pass rate versus a national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Most learners take between 40 and 60 hours of lessons plus private practice to reach test standard, though exact time varies by ability.
There are nine instructors listed in Yeadon, so availability can be limited at peak times.
Take lessons in Yeadon to build confidence on local roads, then book a few lessons near Leeds (Horsforth) before the test for route familiarity.
Book the practical test online via the gov.uk service for Leeds (Horsforth), currently 2.1 miles from Yeadon.
Practise junctions, roundabouts and lane discipline that mirror commuter traffic into Leeds and Bradford.
Intensive course prices vary and are typically higher than single lessons; expect rates above the local 30 hourly average when paid as a block.
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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