Rochdale
North WestE08000005Population 235,561169 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Rochdale requires no topographical knowledge, unlike 1 of its 5 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 setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
- Topographical knowledge: not required£0
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for33
Market sizeVery large
2,813 licensed drivers. 19th largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 103% since 2013
992 in 2013, 2,012 today.
To drive for a Rochdale operator, you need a Rochdale licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Rochdale | Rossendale | Oldham | Calderdale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Not required | Required | Not required | Not required |
| English assessment | Oral and written | Not required | Not required | Oral and written |
| Operators | 33 | 8 | 119 | 43 |
| Market size | Very large | Small | Very large | Very large |
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