Cumberland
North WestE06000063Population 280,495255 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Cumberland licenses more drivers than most 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 setCumberland requires topographical knowledge: local roads and places.
- English assessmentNot setOral and written
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for80
Market sizeLarge
1,086 licensed drivers. 71st largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 45% since 2023
211 in 2023, 307 today.
To drive for a Cumberland operator, you need a Cumberland licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Cumberland | Westmorland and Furness | Northumberland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Required | Simple test | Not required |
| English assessment | Oral and written | Not required | Not required |
| Disability training | Required | Required | Not required |
| DBS update service | Required | Required | Not required |
| Operators | 80 | 39 | 106 |
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