Uber begins operating in Oxford as UK expansion continues
- Perry Richardson
- Feb 26
- 1 min read
Updated: Mar 2
Uber has been granted a licence to operate in Oxford marking another step in the company’s growing UK presence.
The ride-hailing giant launched its service on Wednesday after Oxford City Council confirmed there was ‘no reason to refuse the application’.
This latest move follows Uber’s expansion into Hull, York, and Aberdeen in mid-2024. The company has been steadily increasing its reach across the UK, reintroducing its core service to new locations.
The launch comes after Uber discontinued its ‘Local Cab’ service across the UK in December 2023. The service, introduced in May 2021, allowed users to book rides with local taxi operators in Oxford and many other cities via the Uber app. It was part of a partnership with Autocab’s iGo network but was phased out as Uber focused on direct operations.
Alongside its expansion, Uber has also introduced new features to its app in the last 12 months. In November 2024, the company launched ‘Uber Teen’ accounts, allowing 13 to 17-year-olds to book rides independently.
According to the BBC, Oxford City Council said the arrival of Uber would provide “more options for moving around the city safely and conveniently”.
