Melton
East MidlandsE07000133Population 54,05294 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Melton publishes a wheelchair-accessible vehicle list.
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www.melton.gov.uk · read 18 Aug 2026- Driver licenceNot set3-year licence.
- DBS checkNot setThrough the council. Then stay on the DBS update service.
- Knowledge test£50so far £50Per attempt. Melton requires topographical knowledge: local roads and places.
- English assessmentNot setOral and written
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
To get licensedBefore driver licence, dbs check, english assessment, training and your own carAbout£50
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for5
Market sizeVery small
44 licensed drivers. Smallest of 284.
Private hire fleet down 5% since 2013
20 in 2013, 19 today.
To drive for a Melton operator, you need a Melton licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Melton | South Kesteven | Rushcliffe | Rutland |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Required | Not required | Required | Required |
| English assessment | Oral and written | Oral only | Required | Oral and written |
| Operators | 5 | 37 | 35 | 27 |
| Market size | Very small | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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