Australia Limo and Taxi Industry Statistics (Approximate)

Australia Limo and Taxi Industry Global Stats (Approximate)

Please note: Obtaining precise, real-time, state-wise data for all categories below is extremely difficult due to data privacy, proprietary business information, and the dynamic nature of these industries. The figures provided are estimations based on the best available public information and should be considered approximate.

1. Number of Taxi and Limo Companies Registered in Australia (State-wise)

State/Territory	Number of Taxi & Limousine Businesses (Approx.)	Notes
Australia Total (2024)	~35,854	This figure includes both taxi and limousine transport businesses. The number has seen fluctuations, declining in recent years but showing a slight increase in 2024.
New South Wales (NSW)	Data not publicly available state-wise. NSW has the largest population and economic activity, so it would likely have the highest number.	Major cities like Sydney would have a high concentration.
Victoria (VIC)	Data not publicly available state-wise.	Melbourne would be a significant hub.
Queensland (QLD)	Data not publicly available state-wise.	Brisbane and tourist areas would have a notable presence.
Western Australia (WA)	Data not publicly available state-wise.	Perth would be the primary center.
South Australia (SA)	Data not publicly available state-wise.	Adelaide and surrounding areas.
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)	Data not publicly available state-wise.	Canberra.
Tasmania (TAS)	Data not publicly available state-wise.	Hobart.
Northern Territory (NT)	Data not publicly available state-wise.	Darwin.
Specific City Data (Examples)	For example, Adelaide lists accredited services, but not a total count of companies.	Finding specific registration numbers for limo companies vs. taxis is difficult.

2. Number of Drivers/Chauffeurs Registered in Australia (State-wise)

State/Territory	Licensed Drivers (Total, 2022 approx.)	Notes on Taxi/Chauffeur Workforce
Australia Total (Taxi Drivers, 2015 est.)	~68,000 (taxi drivers) + ~10,000 (bailors)	This figure from the Australian Taxi Industry Association (ATIA) is for taxi drivers (many self-employed). A precise, up-to-date, state-wise breakdown for all chauffeurs and taxi drivers is not publicly available from a single source. Many drivers are contractors for ride-hailing apps.
New South Wales (NSW)	4,479,340	Total licensed passenger vehicle drivers in 2022. Not specific to taxi/limo.
Victoria (VIC)	4,000,138	Total licensed passenger vehicle drivers in 2022. Not specific to taxi/limo.
Queensland (QLD)	3,044,416	Total licensed passenger vehicle drivers in 2022. Not specific to taxi/limo.
Western Australia (WA)	1,143,377	Total licensed passenger vehicle drivers in 2022. Not specific to taxi/limo.
South Australia (SA)	1,671,564	Total licensed passenger vehicle drivers in 2022. Not specific to taxi/limo.
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)	207,676	Total licensed passenger vehicle drivers in 2022. Not specific to taxi/limo.
Tasmania (TAS)	385,027	Total licensed passenger vehicle drivers in 2022. Not specific to taxi/limo.
Northern Territory (NT)	145,218	Total licensed passenger vehicle drivers in 2022. Not specific to taxi/limo.

3. Number of Best Ride-Hailing Apps in Australia (State-wise)

App Name	Key Operating States/Cities (Primary Focus)	Notes
Uber	Nationwide (all major cities and many regional areas)	Dominant player in Australia.
DiDi	Major cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Geelong, Sunshine Coast, Canberra, Wollongong.	Strong competitor, often known for competitive pricing.
Ola	Major cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Gold Coast.	Significant presence in key urban centers.
Bolt	Major cities including Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast.	Expanding rapidly in Australia.
Shebah	Available in major Australian cities (e.g., Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane)	Female-only ride-sharing service with female drivers.
13cabs	Nationwide (traditional taxi network with app)	The largest traditional taxi network, widely available with app booking.
GoCatch	Major Australian cities	Australian-based ride-hailing app, connects with taxis and private drivers.
inDrive	Growing in Australian cities.	Peer-to-peer pricing model where passengers propose fares.
Blacklane	Major Australian cities (e.g., Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane)	Luxury chauffeured service.
Premier Cabs	Several cities in Australia (e.g., Sydney)	Australian-based taxi service.
Swan Taxis	Perth, Western Australia	Largest taxi service in Perth.
Local/Regional Taxi Apps	Many regional taxi networks have their own local apps.	Examples include local taxi companies in specific towns or smaller cities.

4. Number of Limo Companies Using Automated Dispatch Solutions (from Manual to Automated Dispatch)

Category	Estimated Adoption Rate	Notes
Overall Limo Industry Transition in Australia	Strong trend towards automation, likely >70-80% of established companies.	Exact figures are proprietary. However, the highly competitive market, especially with the rise of ride-hailing, necessitates automation for efficiency, pricing, and customer experience. Smaller, newer operators are likely to adopt automation from the outset.
New Entrants/Startups	Near 100% adoption of digital/automated solutions.	They build their business model around technology.
Traditional Limo Companies	High conversion rate from manual to automated systems over the past decade.	Driven by efficiency, customer expectations, and competition.
White-label Solution Providers	Increasingly popular, allowing companies to have branded apps with automated dispatch.	Yelowsoft, Bizzow (IntelliTrac), Moovs (global with Australian clients) are examples.
Specific State-wise Data	Not publicly available. Adoption depends on market size, competition, and technological readiness in each state.

5. Number of Bookings/Transactions Made Each Day in Australia (State-wise)

Service Type	Daily Bookings/Transactions (Approx.)	Notes
Uber/DiDi/Ola Trips (Australia)	Millions daily (exact figures proprietary, but significant)	Ride-hailing has a very high volume of daily trips. Uber, DiDi, and Ola dominate this. Statista projects 7.94 million ride-hailing users by 2029, suggesting high daily usage. Specific state-wise daily transaction data is proprietary.
13cabs (Australia)	"4,000 business trips" daily (corporate travel) + many more individual trips.	This indicates a substantial number of daily bookings for Australia's largest taxi network, but the total number is not publicly available.
Traditional Taxi Trips (e.g., South Australia, 2014/15)	~22,000 daily trips (8 million trips/year) for SA taxi industry.	This figure is older and specific to SA taxis, not including ride-hailing or limos. It provides a benchmark for a state.
Limo/Chauffeur Bookings	Highly variable; no consolidated public data.	This is a fragmented market. Larger corporate limo services might handle hundreds or thousands of bookings daily, while smaller ones handle fewer. No central reporting mechanism exists.
State-wise Breakdown	Not publicly available. This data is highly proprietary to individual companies and services.

6. Number of Limo Dispatch Provider Vendors in Australia (State-wise)

Vendor Category	Examples / Notes	Key Operating States (if applicable)
Australian-focused Limo/Taxi Dispatch Software	Yelowsoft (has strong Australian focus/clients), Bizzow (by IntelliTrac, based in Australia),ElevateCode Digital (US Based), A to Z Dispatch (US-Based) Book Rides Online (has Australian clients).	These companies often have a dedicated presence or strong client base within Australia.
International Players with Australian Clients	Limo Anywhere, Moovs, Hudson Software, Ground Alliance, FASTTRAK,ElevateCode Digital (US Based), A to Z Dispatch (US-Based) TaxiCaller, Onde, Jugnoo, SpotnRides, A to Z Dispatch, TaxiMobility, Smart It Concepts, Driver Schedule, WordSys Tech, etc.	Many global dispatch software providers have Australian clients, serving them remotely or through local partners. Their "presence" isn't state-specific.
White-label Solution Providers	Yelowsoft,ElevateCode Digital (US Based), A to Z Dispatch (US-Based) UnicoTaxi (offer white-label solutions that Australian companies can use to launch their own branded apps).	These companies provide the underlying technology to Australian fleet operators.
State-wise Count	A definitive state-wise count of dispatch provider vendors is not available. Many vendors operate nationally or globally.

Disclaimer: The data presented here is compiled from various public sources, industry reports, and general market understanding. Due to the dynamic nature and proprietary aspects of the transportation industry, precise real-time figures, especially at a granular state-wise level, are often not publicly disclosed. This information should be used for general understanding and planning purposes, and further detailed market research may be required for specific business decisions.