Redditch
West MidlandsE07000236Population 87,84794 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Redditch requires no topographical knowledge, unlike 1 of its 3 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 only
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
- Topographical knowledge: not required£0
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for36
Market sizeMedium
476 licensed drivers. 141st largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 13% since 2013
201 in 2013, 228 today.
To drive for a Redditch operator, you need a Redditch licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Redditch | Bromsgrove | Wychavon | Stratford-on-Avon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Not required | Not required | Not required | Required |
| English assessment | Oral only | Oral only | Oral only | Oral and written |
| DBS update service | Required | Required | Required | Not required |
| Operators | 36 | 8 | 90 | 33 |
| Market size | Medium | Very small | Medium | Very small |
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