Key facts
How many taxis and private hire vehicles are licensed in Tamworth?
139 vehicles in 2026 against 170 in 2024: taxis 86 → 60, private hire 84 → 79; 1.71 per 1,000 residents; 100% of taxis wheelchair accessible.[1]
| 2024 | 2026 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxis | 86 | 60 | down 30% |
| Private hire vehicles | 84 | 79 | down 6% |
| Driver licences | 184 | 154 | down 16% |
| Operator licences | 15 | 18 | up 20% |
How does Tamworth compare with other councils in the West Midlands?
Among councils in the West Midlands, Tamworth ranks 19th of 30 for vehicles per head (1.71 per 1,000, median 1.96). It ranks 23rd for operators (18, median 46).[1]
| Measure | Tamworth | Regional median | Rank (highest = 1st) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per 1,000 residents | 1.71 | 1.96 | 19th of 30 |
| Operator licences | 18 | 46 | 23rd of 30 |
| Private hire vehicles per operator | 4 | 5 | 19th of 30 |
| Wheelchair-accessible taxis | 100% | 79% | 4th of 30 |
What does the Tamworth market look like for an operator?
Tamworth's own DfT 2026 figures, worked out per operator and per vehicle.[1]
- 43% taxis, 57% private hire of 139 vehicles: pre-booked work dominates.
- 4 PHVs per operator on average (79 across 18 licences).
- 1.1 drivers per vehicle (154 for 139).
- 100% dual-licensed drivers.
- Majority nearer to a major town or city (DfT area class).
- 12 booking details to record per job (booking records).
How does licensing in Tamworth differ from other councils?
1 departure from the usual rules in Tamworth's DfT return. Vehicles: taxis and private hire vehicles face an age limit, and drivers must carry out daily roadworthiness checks.[1]
- Policy last updated: 2024, by Tamworth's own account to the DfT.
How many operator licences does Tamworth grant?
2 new, 1 renewed, 1 revoked; 18 in force (15 in 2024). Operator rules.[1]
Frequently asked questions
How many private hire operators are there in Tamworth?
18 at 1 April 2026, 15 at 1 April 2024 (DfT).
Sources
Fees and rules change. Each source is the official page we read, with the date we read it; check it before you apply or pay.
- [1] DfT taxi and private hire vehicle statistics 2026, tables TAXI0104-TAXI0112 (read 2 Nov 2026)
- [2] GOV.UK: Driver licences for taxis and private hire vehicles (read 2 Nov 2026)
- [3] Tamworth Borough Council: official website (taxi and private hire licensing) (read 8 Nov 2026)
