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Driving Instructors in Stourbridge
Finding a good driving instructor in Stourbridge, West Midlands doesn't have to be difficult. Orbit lets you compare local instructors by price, availability, and specialisms — whether you want automatic or manual, intensive courses, or regular weekly lessons. Instructors add their own ADI details to their profile, so check their green badge (or pink badge for a trainee) at your first lesson.
Average lesson price
£34–£40/hr
Learning to drive in Stourbridge: the local numbers
Official DVSA figures for the test centres serving Stourbridge and the DY postcode area, so you know exactly what you're working with before you book your first lesson.
Nearest centre pass rate
45.7%
Dudley, 3.1 miles
Typical test wait
14.3 weeks
Dudley, July 2026
National median wait
11.1 weeks
Great Britain, July 2026
Approved instructors
290
DY postcode area, 2025
| Test centre | Distance | Pass rate 2024-25 | Typical wait (July 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley | 3.1 mi | 45.7% | 14.3 weeks |
| Wolverhampton | 7.5 mi | 33.4% | 12.7 weeks |
| Wednesbury | 8.7 mi | 36.4% | 10.3 weeks |
According to DVSA figures, Dudley has the highest pass rate near Stourbridge at 45.7%, against a national average of 48.7%. Booking-to-test waits at centres near Stourbridge currently run 10.3–14.3 weeks, compared with a Great Britain median of 11.1 weeks (July 2026).
Sources: DVSA car driving test statistics: pass rates 2024-25, waiting times July 2026, ADI register 2025. Compare centres across Great Britain in our driving test waiting times tracker and test centre pass rates tool.
Why learn to drive in Stourbridge?
Every Orbit instructor in Stourbridge holds a valid ADI badge — the green badge issued by the DVSA that confirms they've passed rigorous driving and teaching assessments. This means you're always learning from a qualified professional, not a trainee using a pink badge.
Tips for choosing a driving instructor in Stourbridge
The best driving instructors in Stourbridge have high pass rates, strong local knowledge, and the patience to adapt their teaching to each pupil. Price matters, but the cheapest option isn't always the best value over your whole learning journey.
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