HEARING TESTS · FROM £78
Hearing Tests
Two tests are available. You decide which is best for you.
Why you might need a hearing test?
If you’ve noticed a change in your hearing, struggle to follow conversations, or simply want to check your hearing, we offer comprehensive private hearing tests at The Hearing Space in Roundhay, North Leeds.
Our experienced clinical audiologist will assess your hearing in our calm, welcoming space.
We’ll explain your results clearly, answer your questions, and advise you on next steps, if needed.
Why choose The Hearing Space for your hearing test?
The Hearing Space is an independent, family-run audiology clinic in Roundhay, Leeds.
With over 30 years’ experience, we understand that hearing loss affects everyone differently.
We start by listening, before carefully assessing your hearing.
Which hearing test do I need?
£78 Hearing test – 30 minutes
Suitable if you want to check your hearing, have noticed a change or simply want a professional assessment of your hearing.
Includes:
- Ear examination
- Tympanometry/middle-ear assessment where appropriate
- Pure-tone hearing test
- Explanation of your results
£115 Hearing assessment – 90 minutes
A more detailed assessment for people who know they are not hearing well and are ready to get help.
Includes:
- Everything in standard hearing test (see above)
- Speech-in-noise testing
- Trial of hearing aids in clinic
- Hearing options discussed
- Written report
A hearing aid trial at home can be arranged for a fee of £100
Contact us today or book online
Hearing tests in Roundhay, North Leeds
Our independent audiology clinic is located in Roundhay and provides private hearing tests for people throughout North Leeds, including Roundhay, Chapel Allerton, Moortown, Alwoodley, Adel, Bramhope, Horsforth, Shadwell and surrounding areas.
We are conveniently located off Street Lane in Roundhay, North Leeds, with parking outside our clinic.
Appointments can be booked online, and you don’t need a GP referral.
Client feedback
As a retired Consultant Anaesthetist, I found Paul to be very friendly, professional and informative.
His investigation and review of my hearing loss was very detailed and balanced and left me with a good appreciation of my present state and my options going forward.
I would thoroughly recommend Paul as an audiologist to consult.
Google Review (2026)
What our clients say
Private vs NHS vs High-Street — what’s the difference?
North Leeds residents have several options when it comes to hearing assessments. Here is an honest comparison of what each route offers.
| Feature | The Hearing Space | NHS Audiology | High-Street Chains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral needed | ✓ No — book directly | GP referral required | No, but sales-led |
| Wait for appointment | ✓ Within days | Can be months | Usually quick |
| Appointment length | ✓ 90 minutes | Typically 30–45 mins | 15–20 minutes |
| Speech-in-noise testing | ✓ Included | Sometimes included | Rarely included |
| Sales pressure | ✓ None — fully independent | None | Commission-based |
| Hearing aid brands | ✓ All major brands | NHS devices only | Tied brands only |
| Home visits | ✓ Available | Limited | Rarely available |
Since April 2024, over 600 Leeds residents raised concerns with Healthwatch Leeds about changes to NHS audiology provision. For many, private audiology is now the more practical and timely option.
Frequently asked questions
What is involved in a hearing assessment?
We carry out a range of tests to assess hearing function. The standard test requires a person to wear headphones or small insert tubes in the ears. They then listen to a range of different sounds across a range of frequencies and the quietest level they hear at each frequency is their hearing threshold.
This is called pure tone audiometry.
Are hearing assessments accurate?
All assessments are carried out to national standards and using recommended protocols. Accurate evaluation requires a few things.
First, the equipment has to be calibrated to ensure accurate sound levels are produced. Second, the audiologist has to be experienced and follow best practice guidelines.
Third, the person having the test has to respond correctly. Sometimes this is difficult for a range of reasons, and it is the skill of the audiologist to determine if accurate responses are being given.
Can a hearing assessments be carried out on anyone?
If a person can follow simple instructions, then a hearing assessment is possible. So, for most adults, carrying out a test is straightforward. Sometimes if a person has tinnitus, this interferes with the test, however, there are ways to deal with this.
For children, there are different techniques which can be used, often called play audiometry, where listening games are used to engage the child.
So for most people, testing hearing is possible.
What would prevent a hearing test from being carried out?
There are several reasons why an accurate hearing test cannot be carried out. Some of them are shown below.
The person has an ear infection which is making the ear discharge, or their ear is sore or in need of ear wax removal
The person has been in a very loud environment in the last 24 hours.
The person is on medication which is making them drowsy.
The audiologist will always ask relevant questions to ensure the hearing test should be carried out.
What other tests of hearing are available?
Pure tone audiometry is the standard hearing evaluation carried out when a person listens to single pure tones in a quiet environment.
There are several advantages of carrying out more advanced listening tests. Speech-in-noise tests are carried out in our Leeds audiology clinic. These tests assess how difficult it may be for a person to hear speech sounds in the presence of background noise.
These are useful because different people have different abilities to hear speech sounds even if their pure tone audiograms are the same. For anyone considering hearing aid technology, these tests are routinely carried out at The Hearing Space.
When should I get my hearing tested?
If you or your family or friends suspect you have a hearing problem, then you should get tested as soon as possible. Hearing deteriorates as we get older and for some people, this change happens more quickly.
If you have never had an audiology test, then getting one around age 50 will give you a good understanding of your hearing level for future reference.
Most people who experience hearing loss wait at least 7 years to get help. With new research now showing links between untreated hearing loss and a higher risk of dementia, at our audiology clinic we recommend a hearing test at regular intervals.
Can I get a free hearing test?
Yes. Most high-street opticians offer free hearing tests, and if you just want a quick check, they’re a good place to start.
It’s worth knowing what a free test usually is: a short screening, often followed by a recommendation from a company that earns its income selling hearing aids. That isn’t wrong, but it isn’t independent advice either.
At The Hearing Space, you pay for the assessment, so the assessment is the service. Nothing depends on whether you buy anything afterwards. Our full hearing assessment includes:
- 90 minutes with Paul Shaw, a Registered Clinical Scientist in audiology with over 30 years’ experience, not a rushed slot
- Speech-in-noise testing, which shows how you cope in restaurants, meetings and family gatherings, where most people first notice a problem
- An in-clinic hearing-aid trial, so you hear the difference for yourself before deciding anything
- A written report you can take away, share with your GP or simply think over
- Independent recommendations from five leading manufacturers (Phonak, Oticon, Starkey, Widex and GN ReSound)
If your hearing doesn’t need treatment, we’ll tell you. Plenty of our clients leave with peace of mind and nothing else.
Can I test my hearing at home?
Yes and no. Our online hearing test can be carried out at home and will give you an indication if further testing is recommended.
We would always recommend a full hearing test if you have noticed problems with your hearing.
We offer full diagnostic hearing test, all performed to national standards.