Leeds
Yorkshire and The HumberE08000035Population 845,189170 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Leeds requires no topographical knowledge, unlike 2 of its 4 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 setOral and written
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
- Topographical knowledge: not required£0
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for73
Market sizeVery large
7,051 licensed drivers. 7th largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 23% since 2013
3,723 in 2013, 4,574 today.
To drive for a Leeds operator, you need a Leeds licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Leeds | North Yorkshire | Bradford | Wakefield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Not required | Not required | Required | Required |
| English assessment | Oral and written | Written only | Oral only | Not required |
| Disability training | Required | Required | Required | Not required |
| Operators | 73 | 172 | 159 | 70 |
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