Lincoln
East MidlandsE07000138Population 105,114120 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Lincoln licenses more drivers than most authorities.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026- Driver licenceNot set
- DBS checkNot setThrough the council.
- Knowledge testNot setLincoln requires topographical knowledge: local roads and places.
- English assessmentNot setOral and written
- TrainingNot setsafeguarding, required.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for21
Market sizeMedium
524 licensed drivers. 129th largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 41% since 2013
292 in 2013, 412 today.
To drive for a Lincoln operator, you need a Lincoln licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Lincoln | North Kesteven | West Lindsey |
|---|---|---|---|
| DBS update service | Not required | Required | Required |
| Operators | 21 | 27 | 24 |
| Market size | Medium | Very small | Very small |
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