Driving Lessons in Hebburn
Hebburn has 2 driving schools, one priced at £40 per hour, both achieving 5-star ratings. No independent driving instructors are currently listed in our directory for this area. Sunderland test centre shows a 51.1% pass rate, significantly higher than Gateshead's 37.5%, based on the latest DVSA data (2025-26).
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Driving schools and instructors in Hebburn
Colin Mordue Driving Tuition
Grade A instructor with 39 years' experience; only 6.8% of UK driving instructors achieve this highest grading. Extensive five-star reviews highlight his patient, calm teaching style and track record of first-time passes, with lessons at £40/hour or £38/hour for two-hour bookings. Known for preparing learners as safe, confident drivers rather than just test-passers.
Hebburn Test Centres and Pass Rates
Gateshead presents the biggest challenge at just 37.4% pass rate, while both Sunderland and Blyth manage 47% across these 3 centres that saw 23,686 tests from 2024 to 2025. The Tyne Bridge approaches, Gateshead's steep town centre streets, and the region's complex roundabout systems create demanding conditions, though Sunderland's coastal areas and Blyth's quieter streets offer some relief. Women perform marginally better overall, achieving 49.7% at Blyth versus men at 45.3%, while automatic pass rates hover around 31-38% - surprisingly low figures suggesting these industrial roads challenge even drivers without clutch concerns.
Sunderland
10,436 tests taken · 9 week waitBlyth
6,973 tests taken · 14 week waitGosforth
10,531 tests taken · 16 week waitGateshead
9,512 tests taken · 7 week wait| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunderland | 51.1% | 51.2% | 42.7% | 51.1% | 10,436 | 9 weeks |
| Blyth | 52.4% | 49.7% | 39.4% | 50.9% | 6,973 | 14 weeks |
| Gosforth | 46.7% | 49.8% | 44.3% | 48.4% | 10,531 | 16 weeks |
| Gateshead | 37.9% | 37.2% | 32.7% | 37.5% | 9,512 | 7 weeks |