Rutland
East MidlandsE06000017Population 41,44383 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Rutland licenses more drivers than most 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 setRutland requires topographical knowledge: local roads and places.
- English assessmentNot setOral and written
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for27
Market sizeMedium
503 licensed drivers. 135th largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 199% since 2013
76 in 2013, 227 today.
To drive for a Rutland operator, you need a Rutland licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Rutland | South Kesteven | North Northamptonshire | Melton |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Required | Not required | Not required | Required |
| English assessment | Oral and written | Oral only | Oral and written | Oral and written |
| Operators | 27 | 37 | 121 | 5 |
| Market size | Medium | Medium | Large | Very small |
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