Stroud
South WestE07000082Population 125,68094 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Stroud requires no topographical knowledge, unlike 1 of its 4 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 only
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
- Topographical knowledge: not required£0
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for41
Market sizeVery small
155 licensed drivers. 35th smallest of 284.
Private hire fleet down 36% since 2013
92 in 2013, 59 today.
To drive for a Stroud operator, you need a Stroud licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Stroud | Cotswold | South Gloucestershire | Gloucester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topographical knowledge | Not required | Not required | Not required | Required |
| English assessment | Oral only | Required | Oral and written | Oral only |
| Operators | 41 | 53 | 351 | 59 |
| Market size | Very small | Very small | Very large | Large |
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