Southend-on-Sea
East of EnglandE06000033Population 185,25636 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Southend-on-Sea 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 setSouthend-on-Sea 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 for30
Market sizeMedium
540 licensed drivers. 123rd largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 19% since 2013
176 in 2013, 210 today.
To drive for a Southend-on-Sea operator, you need a Southend-on-Sea licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Southend-on-Sea | Rochford | Castle Point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Required | Not required | Not required |
| English assessment | Not required | Oral and written | Oral and written |
| Operators | 30 | 47 | 554 |
| Market size | Medium | Small | Very large |
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