South Gloucestershire
South WestE06000025Population 306,332100 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
South Gloucestershire requires no topographical knowledge, unlike 2 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 for351
Market sizeVery large
3,861 licensed drivers. 12th largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 2522% since 2013
133 in 2013, 3,487 today.
To drive for a South Gloucestershire operator, you need a South Gloucestershire licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | South Gloucestershire | Stroud | Bristol, City of | Wiltshire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Not required | Not required | Required | Not required |
| English assessment | Oral and written | Oral only | Oral and written | Oral and written |
| Disability training | Required | Required | Not required | Not required |
| DBS update service | Required | Required | Required | Not required |
| Operators | 351 | 41 | 62 | 129 |
| Market size | Very large | Very small | Large | Large |
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