Newark and Sherwood
East MidlandsE07000175Population 127,886117 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Newark and Sherwood requires no topographical knowledge, unlike 6 of its 9 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 setsafeguarding, required.
- Topographical knowledge: not required£0
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for22
Market sizeSmall
249 licensed drivers. 76th smallest of 284.
Private hire fleet no change since 2013
29 in 2013, 29 today.
To drive for a Newark and Sherwood operator, you need a Newark and Sherwood licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Newark and Sherwood | North Kesteven | Bassetlaw | Gedling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Not required | Required | Not required | Required |
| Disability training | Not required | Not required | Required | Required |
| Operators | 22 | 27 | 20 | 9 |
| Market size | Small | Very small | Very small | Large |
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