Stoke-on-Trent
West MidlandsE06000021Population 270,425135 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Stoke-on-Trent requires no topographical knowledge, unlike its 3 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 for182
Market sizeVery large
2,572 licensed drivers. 22nd largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 84% since 2013
1,058 in 2013, 1,942 today.
To drive for a Stoke-on-Trent operator, you need a Stoke-on-Trent licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Stoke-on-Trent | Staffordshire Moorlands | Stafford | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Not required | Required | Required | Required |
| Operators | 182 | 10 | 21 | 59 |
| Market size | Very large | Very small | Very small | Medium |
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