Norwich
East of EnglandE07000148Population 147,18298 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Norwich requires no English assessment, unlike its 2 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 setNorwich requires topographical knowledge: local roads and places.
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
- English assessment: not required£0
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for57
Market sizeLarge
630 licensed drivers. 108th largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 25% since 2013
427 in 2013, 533 today.
To drive for a Norwich operator, you need a Norwich licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Norwich | Broadland | South Norfolk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Required | Not required | Not required |
| English assessment | Not required | Oral only | Oral only |
| DBS update service | Required | Not required | Required |
| Operators | 57 | 52 | 32 |
| Market size | Large | Large | Very small |
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