Find a driving instructor in Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Umit Turkcakal
No reviews yet

Newcastle upon Tyne · 4 miles

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Male

English

Turkish

On Avg. 35 to 110 lessons to pass

3+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £45.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Salahuddin Lund-baloch
No reviews yet

Newcastle upon Tyne · 4 miles

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Male

English

Hindi

Urdu

Punjabi

On Avg. 22 to 30 lessons to pass

19+ years experience

Automatic

£80.00 - £80.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

No mock tests

ND
Nazia Din
No reviews yet

Newcastle upon Tyne · 4 miles

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Female

English

Punjabi

Urdu

On Avg. 40 to 80 lessons to pass

4+ years experience

Manual

£45.00 - £60.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Abdur Rehman Khan
No reviews yet

North Tyneside · 6 miles

4474 •••4474 ••• ••••

Male

English

Hindi

Urdu

Punjabi

On Avg. 20 to 40 lessons to pass

2+ years experience

Automatic

£38.00 - £75.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

DS
Douglas Scott
No reviews yet

Newcastle upon Tyne · 6 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 40 to 60 lessons to pass

7+ years experience

Manual

£70.00 - £70.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

No mock tests

2 mi away · 10,531 tests · best month: March 2026

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne

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

Gosforth

6 mi away · 9,512 tests · best month: September 2025

8 mi away · 6,973 tests · best month: January 2026

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

19 mi away · 1,388 tests · best month: April 2025

Stable

53%

in line with avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne

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 Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne, 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 Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne's real conditions - not thrown in at the deep end afterwards.

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Proven local track record

Read reviews from learners who tested at your local centre and pick an instructor with a proven track record around Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne?

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

Gosforth

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Based on 10,531 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

48.43%

Pass Rate

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

Gateshead

Based on 9,512 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

37.51%

Pass Rate

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

Blyth

Based on 6,973 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

50.92%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

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

Sunderland

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

51.15%

Pass Rate

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

Hexham

Based on 1,388 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

52.95%

Pass Rate

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 Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne

Find answers to frequently asked questions about driving lessons and choosing the right instructor in Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Hexham has the highest pass rate in the area at 52.95%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Gateshead has a pass rate of 37.51%. However, with proper preparation and the right instructor, you can succeed at any test centre.

The average pass rate for driving test centres in and around Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne is 48.2%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

Yes - Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne is served by female driving instructors. You can filter by instructor gender when you search to find the right fit.

The nearest DVSA test centre to Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne is Gosforth, around 2 miles away, with a 48% pass rate.

Look for instructors with high ratings, relevant experience, and teaching styles that match your learning needs. Read reviews from other learners in Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne to find the best fit.

Driving lessons from instructors serving Dinnington, Newcastle upon Tyne range from £30 to £100 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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