Driving lessons in Eastern Docks

SK
Steve Kenny
No reviews yet

Southampton · 2 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 30 to 80 lessons to pass

15+ years experience

Automatic

£43.50 - £50.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

LM
Lucy Molland
No reviews yet

Hedge End · 4 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Female

English

On Avg. 10 to 40 lessons to pass

5+ years experience

Manual

£35.00 - £45.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

SE
Stuart Edwards
No reviews yet

Eastleigh · 5 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 35 to 50 lessons to pass

15+ years experience

Manual

£46.00 - £50.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

SQ
Steve Quemard
No reviews yet

Eastleigh · 6 miles

4477 •••4477 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 30 to 60 lessons to pass

6+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £60.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

SC
Simon Charles Patter
No reviews yet

Fareham · 7 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 20 to 40 lessons to pass

2+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £45.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

3 mi away · 10,480 tests · best month: December 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Eastern Docks

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

Southampton (Maybush)

11 mi away · 4,602 tests · best month: March 2026

11 mi away · 8,502 tests · best month: January 2026

14 mi away · 13,518 tests · best month: September 2025

Stable

53%

in line with avg

Newport (Isle of Wight)

14 mi away · 3,616 tests · best month: August 2025

Stable

54%

in line with avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Eastern Docks

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 Eastern Docks, 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 Eastern Docks 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 Eastern Docks'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 Eastern Docks.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Eastern Docks?

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

Southampton (Maybush)

Southampton

Based on 10,480 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

50.31%

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.

This data may be outdated.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

Southampton LGV

Southampton

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

DVSA will make arrangements for you at this test centre if you have a disability.

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

Winchester

Based on 4,602 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

52.24%

Pass Rate

~7-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

Lee On The Solent

Lee on the Solent

Based on 8,502 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

63.21%

Pass Rate

~20-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

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

Portsmouth

Based on 13,518 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

52.83%

Pass Rate

~13-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

DVSA will make arrangements for you at this test centre if you have a disability.

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

Newport (Isle of Wight)

Newport

Based on 3,616 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

54.15%

Pass Rate

~9-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You cannot access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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

Rookley LGV

Rookley

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

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 Eastern Docks

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

Lee On The Solent has the highest pass rate in the area at 63.21%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

The average pass rate for driving test centres in and around Eastern Docks is 54.5%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

Yes - Eastern Docks 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 Eastern Docks is Southampton (Maybush), around 3 miles away, with a 50% pass rate.

Driving lessons from instructors serving Eastern Docks range from £35 to £60 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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