Babergh
East of EnglandE07000200Population 97,03358 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Babergh requires no topographical knowledge, unlike 3 of its 6 bordering authorities.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026- Driver licenceNot set
- DBS checkNot setThrough the council. Then stay on the DBS update service.
- Knowledge testNot set
- English assessmentNot setRequired
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
- Topographical knowledge: not required£0
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for40
Market sizeSmall
242 licensed drivers. 73rd smallest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 16% since 2013
116 in 2013, 135 today.
To drive for a Babergh operator, you need a Babergh licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Babergh | Mid Suffolk | West Suffolk | Braintree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Not required | Not required | Not required | Required |
| English assessment | Required | Required | Oral and written | Oral and written |
| Operators | 40 | 19 | 74 | 57 |
| Market size | Small | Very small | Large | Large |
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