Rochford
East of EnglandE07000075Population 89,81538 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Rochford requires no topographical knowledge, unlike 3 of its 4 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 for47
Market sizeSmall
297 licensed drivers. 98th smallest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 147% since 2013
45 in 2013, 111 today.
To drive for a Rochford operator, you need a Rochford licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Rochford | Southend-on-Sea | Castle Point | Basildon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Not required | Required | Not required | Required |
| English assessment | Oral and written | Not required | Oral and written | Oral and written |
| Operators | 47 | 30 | 554 | 33 |
| Market size | Small | Medium | Very large | Small |
Also next door Chelmsford
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