Driving Lessons in Bradford
Bradford's 29 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors offer extensive choice, with school prices starting from as low as £28 per hour and reaching £41 (averaging £35). The schools achieve an excellent 4.9-star rating, with 13 offering automatic driving lessons, 10 having female driving instructors, and 14 providing intensive courses. There are also 4 independent female driving instructors. Test centres nearby show reasonable consistency, with Bradford (Heaton) at 49.5% and Horsforth at 51.3% performing slightly better than Bradford (Thornbury) at 47.1%.
From £28/hr·Average £35/hr
Bradford's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Bradford
29 schools
Safeway Rider School of Motoring
Established in 1992, this West Yorkshire institution has trained thousands of learner drivers to pass their tests and become confident on the road. The team includes ORDIT-registered trainers with over 30 years' combined experience in driver training, offering structured programmes designed to teach pupils to a high standard. Book online for up to 10% discount on lessons.Established in 1992, this West Yorkshire institution has trained thousands of learner drivers to pass their tests and become confident on the road. The team...
Phil Robinson Driver Training
30 years of transport industry experience and member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists. Two-hour manual lessons at £70 per session, with a calm, patient approach that's particularly effective for nervous learners. Offers Pass Plus courses, mature driver assessments, and new driver confidence building once you've passed.30 years of transport industry experience and member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists. Two-hour manual lessons at £70 per session, with a calm, patient...
Greengates School of Motoring
Instructor John has built a reputation for patient, supportive teaching across learners of all ages and experience levels, with multiple five-star reviews praising his ability to explain concepts clearly and build confidence. The school specialises in automatic driving lessons and includes mock tests as part of lesson preparation, with students consistently passing within 5 months. Pick-up service one hour before test day and phone-free lessons are standard.Instructor John has built a reputation for patient, supportive teaching across learners of all ages and experience levels, with multiple five-star reviews...
Bradford School of Motoring
Grade 6 instructors with multi-lingual expertise and an excellent pass rate. First lesson is free, and the school commits to keeping prices to a minimum. Quick Pass intensive courses and Pass Plus courses also available.Grade 6 instructors with multi-lingual expertise and an excellent pass rate. First lesson is free, and the school commits to keeping prices to a minimum. Quick...
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Diverse School of Motoring
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Bradford Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 7 nearby test centres
Bradford's 7 test centres saw 43,479 tests between 2024 and 2025, with pass rates varying dramatically across the area. Skipton leads at 54.4% thanks to quieter country roads and less congested traffic, while Halifax struggles at 44.7% with its steep hills and narrow Victorian streets that catch many learners off guard. Women passed at rates from 44.3% to 51.4% depending on the centre, while men ranged from 45.1% to 56.9%. Automatic drivers generally performed slightly better, with rates like 54.0% at Skipton compared to around 44-49% at busier urban centres like Bradford Thornbury and Heckmondwike.
Skipton
2,812 tests takenHorsforth
11,935 tests takenSteeton
3,840 tests takenBradford (Heaton)
7,594 tests takenBradford (Thornbury)
7,107 tests takenHeckmondwike
5,232 tests takenHalifax
4,959 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skipton | 51.4% | 56.9% | 54.0% | 54.4% | 2,812 |
| Horsforth | 49.5% | 52.7% | 45.7% | 51.3% | 11,935 |
| Steeton | 47.7% | 52.7% | 48.9% | 50.5% | 3,840 |
| Bradford (Heaton) | 43.8% | 56.1% | 48.9% | 49.5% | 7,594 |
| Bradford (Thornbury) | 45.8% | 47.8% | 43.8% | 47.1% | 7,107 |
| Heckmondwike | 44.3% | 49.1% | 43.2% | 46.7% | 5,232 |
| Halifax | 44.4% | 45.1% | 44.3% | 44.7% | 4,959 |