Cheltenham
South WestE07000078Population 121,73988 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Cheltenham requires no topographical knowledge.
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cheltenham.gov.uk · read 8 Sep 2026- Driver licenceNot set
- DBS checkNot setThrough the council. Then stay on the DBS update service.
- Knowledge test£46so far £46Per attempt.
- English assessmentNot setRequired
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
- Topographical knowledge: not required£0
To get licensedBefore driver licence, dbs check, english assessment, training and your own carAbout£46
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for34
Market sizeSmall
327 licensed drivers. 110th smallest of 284.
Private hire fleet down 35% since 2013
207 in 2013, 135 today.
To drive for a Cheltenham operator, you need a Cheltenham licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Cheltenham | Tewkesbury | Cotswold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operators | 34 | 100 | 53 |
| Market size | Small | Large | Very small |
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