Driving Lessons in Brecon
Two driving schools serve Brecon at competitive £35 per hour with solid 4.7-star ratings, while 40 independent driving instructors provide extensive choice including 10 female driving instructors. One school offers the full range - automatic driving lessons, female driving instructors, and intensive courses. Brecon test centre excels with 58.9% pass rate, significantly outperforming alternatives like Merthyr Tydfil (53.5%).
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Driving Schools in Brecon
2 schools
Richard Spiers Driving School
Over 82% theory test pass rate, more than double the UK average of 41%, backed by a free theory app with official revision questions and hazard perception practice. One-to-one lessons tailored to your pace, with structured teaching programs designed to get you to test standard as quickly and cost-effectively as possible rather than padding hours unnecessarily.Over 82% theory test pass rate, more than double the UK average of 41%, backed by a free theory app with official revision questions and hazard perception...
DrivinSkillz
High first-time pass rate backed by a money-back guarantee on your first lesson. £35/hour for manual lessons or £40/hour for automatic driving lessons, with block deals from £165 for 5 lessons up to £330 for 10 lessons. Intensive courses range from £600 (20 hours) to £1200 (40 hours) with flexible payment plans available.High first-time pass rate backed by a money-back guarantee on your first lesson. £35/hour for manual lessons or £40/hour for automatic driving lessons, with...
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Brecon Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 1 nearby test centre
Women achieved a 55.8% pass rate in Brecon while men reached 62.0%, both well above average for this single Welsh test centre. The mountainous terrain around Brecon means plenty of hill starts and narrow country lanes, but the 1,565 tests taken between 2024 and 2025 resulted in an impressive 58.9% overall pass rate - significantly higher than the national average. Automatic drivers passed at 53.3%, and the quieter rural roads with less traffic pressure likely contribute to the strong performance here.
Brecon
1,565 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon | 55.8% | 62.0% | 53.3% | 58.9% | 1,565 |