Driving Lessons in Basildon
Eleven driving schools dominate Basildon's instruction options, maintaining perfect 5-star ratings and reasonable £35-£40 per hour pricing. Forty independent driving instructors add to the choice, including 7 female driving instructors, while one school offers female driving instructors. The local test centre manages a 45.6% pass rate, with slightly better options available at nearby Tilbury (49.1%) and Brentwood (48.5%).
From £35/hr·Average £37/hr
Driving Schools in Basildon
11 schools
Value Driving School
Steve's friendly, confidence-focused approach has earned him five-star reviews, including a first-time pass with just 2 minors on automatic lessons. Lessons start from £35 per hour, making this an affordable option for learners across the area.Steve's friendly, confidence-focused approach has earned him five-star reviews, including a first-time pass with just 2 minors on automatic lessons. Lessons...
Lacey's Driving School
Independent instructor specializing in nervous learners, offering a calm, one-to-one approach where lessons are kept enjoyable rather than stressful. Daytime lessons at £36/hour, evenings £38/hour, and Saturdays £42/hour, with two-hour lessons available and mock tests to build confidence before your test. You'll take your practical test in the same car you trained in.Independent instructor specializing in nervous learners, offering a calm, one-to-one approach where lessons are kept enjoyable rather than stressful. Daytime...
Earl Drive
£38/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses ranging from 20 to 50 hours (£800–£2,000). All intensive courses include full mock tests on actual local driving test routes and begin with a professional assessment to create a tailored training plan.£38/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses ranging from 20 to 50 hours (£800–£2,000). All intensive courses include full mock tests on actual...
Hambling Driving School
No specific pricing, credentials, or lesson details are available on this website. Contact them directly to discuss lesson rates, instructor qualifications, and whether they offer automatic or manual lessons in your area.No specific pricing, credentials, or lesson details are available on this website. Contact them directly to discuss lesson rates, instructor qualifications, and...
Carters Driving Tuition
Manual lessons from £36/hour or 10 hours for £320 with Michelle Carter, a fully qualified ADI with over 10 years' experience teaching in Basildon, Pitsea, Corringham, Stanford Le Hope and Canvey Island. Female instructor offering tailored lessons, theory support, intensive test preparation, and motorway training for provisional licence holders.Manual lessons from £36/hour or 10 hours for £320 with Michelle Carter, a fully qualified ADI with over 10 years' experience teaching in Basildon, Pitsea,...
Darren Lord ADI - Driving Instructor
ADI instructor covering Wickford, Basildon, Billericay, Brentwood and surrounding Essex areas. Fully qualified with Pass Plus registration and Motability instructor credentials, though specific pricing and lesson types aren't detailed on the Facebook page.ADI instructor covering Wickford, Basildon, Billericay, Brentwood and surrounding Essex areas. Fully qualified with Pass Plus registration and Motability...
Rapha Driving School
Patient instructor with years of experience teaching learners of all backgrounds and abilities, from complete beginners to test-ready drivers. Lessons are 2-hour minimum sessions at £40/hour, with block deals starting at £350 for 10 hours (Starter package) up to £1,320 for 40 hours (Test Ready package). Early morning, daytime, and evening slots available throughout the week.Patient instructor with years of experience teaching learners of all backgrounds and abilities, from complete beginners to test-ready drivers. Lessons are...
MNG Driving School
Intensive course specialists offering packages from 8 to 50 hours, with a 2-hour assessment lesson at £90 to determine the right fit for your needs. Standard lessons are £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour introductory block, with motorway and Pass Plus courses also available. Operating 7 days a week across Essex and East London, they focus on automatic driving lessons and refresher courses for returning drivers.Intensive course specialists offering packages from 8 to 50 hours, with a 2-hour assessment lesson at £90 to determine the right fit for your needs. Standard...
Keen Drivers
£35/hour or £300 for your first 10 hours, plus £75 to use the school's Mini for your test including a pre-test lesson. Grade A instructor with 10 years' experience helping hundreds of students pass, offering Pass Plus courses for newly qualified drivers.£35/hour or £300 for your first 10 hours, plus £75 to use the school's Mini for your test including a pre-test lesson. Grade A instructor with 10 years'...
Drive School of Motoring
Owner Colin has run this school for over 20 years with a commitment to quality that sets it apart: all instructors train through the school's own 80-hour academy before teaching students, and every lesson follows a structured Accelerated Learning System designed to cut learning time and costs. £35/hour for manual (minimum 2 hours at £70) or £36/hour for automatic, with 10-hour blocks at £340 (manual) or £350 (automatic). If you're not satisfied with your instructor's approach, friendliness, patience, or tuition quality, the school refunds your lesson fee.Owner Colin has run this school for over 20 years with a commitment to quality that sets it apart: all instructors train through the school's own 80-hour...
Block Booking Deals in Basildon
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Basildon Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 6 nearby test centres
The 36,397 tests across six centres from 2024 to 2025 show relatively consistent performance, with most centres achieving mid to high 40% pass rates. Essex's new town road systems, with their roundabout-heavy layouts and wide dual carriageways, create predictable but sometimes intimidating conditions. Women achieve 43.2% to 48.3% while men range from 46% to 51.5%, with Southend showing the largest gender gap. Basildon's planned road network contrasts sharply with older areas like Chelmsford, where historic street patterns create tighter turns and more complex navigation challenges. Automatic pass rates consistently hover around 40-45% across all centres.
Tilbury
4,185 tests takenBrentwood (London)
5,485 tests takenHornchurch (London)
6,310 tests takenSouthend-on-Sea
4,797 tests takenBasildon
4,862 tests takenChelmsford (Hanbury Road)
10,758 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tilbury | 47.9% | 50.1% | 44.4% | 49.1% | 4,185 |
| Brentwood (London) | 48.3% | 48.6% | 44.3% | 48.5% | 5,485 |
| Hornchurch (London) | 47.3% | 49.1% | 45.5% | 48.3% | 6,310 |
| Southend-on-Sea | 44.7% | 51.5% | 40.3% | 48.1% | 4,797 |
| Basildon | 44.4% | 46.5% | 38.6% | 45.6% | 4,862 |
| Chelmsford (Hanbury Road) | 43.2% | 46.0% | 40.2% | 44.7% | 10,758 |