South Hams
South WestE07000044Population 92,148179 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
South Hams publishes a wheelchair-accessible vehicle list.
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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 setSouth Hams requires topographical knowledge: local roads and places.
- English assessmentNot setOral only
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for19
Market sizeVery small
128 licensed drivers. 23rd smallest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 143% since 2013
14 in 2013, 34 today.
To drive for a South Hams operator, you need a South Hams licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | South Hams | Teignbridge | West Devon | Plymouth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Required | Not required | Required | Not required |
| English assessment | Oral only | Not required | Oral only | Oral and written |
| Safeguarding training | Required | Not required | Required | Required |
| Operators | 19 | 34 | 4 | 42 |
| Market size | Very small | Medium | Very small | Very large |
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