South Tyneside
North EastE08000023Population 151,393245 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
South Tyneside requires no English assessment, unlike its 2 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 setSouth Tyneside requires topographical knowledge: local roads and places.
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
- English assessment: not required£0
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for17
Market sizeMedium
465 licensed drivers. 142nd largest of 284.
Private hire fleet down 35% since 2013
333 in 2013, 215 today.
To drive for a South Tyneside operator, you need a South Tyneside licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | South Tyneside | Sunderland | Gateshead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Required | Not required | Required |
| English assessment | Not required | Written only | Written only |
| Disability training | Required | Required | Not required |
| Operators | 17 | 24 | 46 |
| Market size | Medium | Large | Medium |
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