Driving lessons in Blackhall Rocks

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Nathaniel MB - First Drive North East
No reviews yet

County Durham · 5 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 20 to 40 lessons to pass

6+ years experience

Manual

£37.50 - £75.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Kevin Leigh
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Hartlepool · 6 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 26 to 130 lessons to pass

2+ years experience

Manual

£37.50 - £50.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Ellis Wood
No reviews yet

Hartlepool · 6 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 30 to 50 lessons to pass

10+ years experience

Manual

£45.00 - £430.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Ade Jones
No reviews yet

Stockton-on-Tees · 7 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 35 to 75 lessons to pass

9+ years experience

Manual

£38.00 - £76.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Gary Reavley
No reviews yet

Sunderland · 10 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 35 to 60 lessons to pass

10+ years experience

Manual

£76.00 - £100.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

5 mi away · 5,847 tests · best month: April 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Blackhall Rocks

The nearest test centres, benchmarked against the 53% national average. Based on 2024-25 DVSA data.

Hartlepool

11 mi away · 8,854 tests · best month: November 2025

13 mi away · 9,451 tests · best month: June 2025

15 mi away · 10,436 tests · best month: March 2026

17 mi away · 12,183 tests · best month: April 2025

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47%

below avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Blackhall Rocks

Learning to drive with a local instructor gives you distinct advantages that can make the difference between passing and failing your test.

FIRST-TIME PASS

Knows your test routes

A local instructor teaches on the exact roads and roundabouts examiners use around Blackhall Rocks, so nothing on test day is a surprise.

MAXIMISE YOUR TIME

More time behind the wheel

Get picked up from home, work or college in Blackhall Rocks and start driving straight away, rather than losing lesson time travelling to meet your instructor.

REAL-WORLD READY

Ready for real roads

Learn on the roads you'll actually drive every day, so you pass confident and ready for Blackhall Rocks's real conditions - not thrown in at the deep end afterwards.

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Proven local track record

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Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Blackhall Rocks?

Find instructors familiar with all test routes and who can help you prepare for your test at any of these centres.

Hartlepool

Based on 5,847 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

51.03%

Pass Rate

~13-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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Middlesbrough

Based on 8,854 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

47.67%

Pass Rate

~14-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Durham

Meadowfield

Based on 9,451 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

53.19%

Pass Rate

~16-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

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Durham LGV

Durham

Driving test centre location with practical test services available

Pass rate data unavailable

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

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Sunderland

Based on 10,436 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

51.15%

Pass Rate

~9-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Darlington

Based on 12,183 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

47.11%

Pass Rate

~9-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

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Instructor MikeJust now

Instructor Mike·Just now

Hey there! Just a heads up, I only teach manual cars. If you're looking for automatic, you might need to check with someone else. Best of luck!

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Blackhall Rocks

Find answers to frequently asked questions about driving lessons and choosing the right instructor in Blackhall Rocks.

Durham has the highest pass rate in the area at 53.19%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

The average pass rate for driving test centres in and around Blackhall Rocks is 50%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

Yes - automatic driving lessons are available from instructors covering Blackhall Rocks. Automatic tuition is a popular choice if you'd rather focus on the road without worrying about gears.

The nearest DVSA test centre to Blackhall Rocks is Hartlepool, around 5 miles away, with a 51% pass rate.

Driving lessons from instructors serving Blackhall Rocks range from £38 to £430 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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