Find a driving instructor in Longton, Preston

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Salmaan Suleman
No reviews yet

Preston · 6 miles

4473 •••4473 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 5 to 50 lessons to pass

2+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£35.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

MU
Munir Umerji Suleman
No reviews yet

Preston · 6 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

Hindi

Urdu

Gujarati

On Avg. 45 to 50 lessons to pass

35+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£35.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Afsana Alli
No reviews yet

Preston · 6 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Female

English

Hindi

Urdu

Gujarati

On Avg. 35 to 55 lessons to pass

14+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £50.00 per lesson

No block bookings

No mock tests

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Josh Chudley
No reviews yet

Liverpool City Region · 8 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 15 to 20 lessons to pass

8+ years experience

Manual

£73.92 - £84.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Jamie Moffat
No reviews yet

Blackpool · 9 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 25 to 60 lessons to pass

23+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

3 mi away · 9,194 tests · best month: January 2026

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Longton, Preston

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

Preston

8 mi away · 8,948 tests · best month: August 2025

Stable

52%

in line with avg

Southport (Liverpool)

10 mi away · 7,949 tests · best month: March 2026

11 mi away · 5,415 tests · best month: February 2026

Improving

53%

in line with avg

Blackburn with Darwen

15 mi away · 12,205 tests · best month: April 2025

Stable

47%

below avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Longton, Preston

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 Longton, Preston, 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 Longton, Preston 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 Longton, Preston'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 Longton, Preston.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Longton, Preston?

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

Kirkham LGV

Kirkham

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

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

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

Preston

Based on 9,194 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

56.28%

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

Blackpool

Based on 8,948 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

51.78%

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

Southport (Liverpool)

Southport

Based on 7,949 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

56.52%

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

Chorley

Based on 5,415 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

52.82%

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

Blackburn with Darwen

Darwen

Based on 12,205 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

46.60%

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

Heysham

Based on 3,692 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

59.24%

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 Longton, Preston

Find answers to frequently asked questions about driving lessons and choosing the right instructor in Longton, Preston.

Heysham has the highest pass rate in the area at 59.24%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

The average pass rate for driving test centres in and around Longton, Preston is 53.9%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

Yes - Longton, Preston 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 Longton, Preston is Preston, around 3 miles away, with a 56% pass rate.

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

Driving lessons from instructors serving Longton, Preston range from £35 to £100 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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