Wyre
North WestE07000128Population 118,743200 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Wyre requires no English assessment, unlike 3 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 setWyre requires topographical knowledge: local roads and places.
- TrainingNot setsafeguarding, required.
- English assessment: not required£0
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for33
Market sizeSmall
336 licensed drivers. 113th smallest of 284.
Private hire fleet down 50% since 2013
123 in 2013, 61 today.
To drive for a Wyre operator, you need a Wyre licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026| Requirement | Wyre | Lancaster | Preston | Blackpool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English assessment | Not required | Written only | Required | Not required |
| Disability training | Not required | Required | Required | Required |
| Operators | 33 | 53 | 42 | 37 |
| Market size | Small | Medium | Large | Large |
Also next door Ribble Valley
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