The UK’s electric vehicle (EV) charging network grew by 23% in the last year, bringing over 15,000 more chargers online. Figures released on Thursday (30 October) show there are now 86,021 chargers on Britain’s roads, making it easier than ever for drivers to charge up and go.
A new chargepoint is now being added to the network every 33 minutes, which is great news for drivers who can save money by charging up, as compared to filling up on petrol. The number also includes over 17,356 rapid/ultra-rapid chargers that can charge a car to 80% in just 20 to 40 minutes.
The data follows the launch of the £650 million Electric Car Grant, which has already helped over 25,000 drivers make the switch with discounts of up to £3,750 on 39 models.
The rapid growth – particularly in Yorkshire and the Humber, Wales, the West Midlands and East of England – means drivers can travel to popular destinations such as York Minster, Caerphilly Castle and Norwich Cathedral, knowing they can stop off and charge up easily along the way.
Between October 2024 and October 2025, the number of public EV charging devices in England outside of London grew by 23.4%, compared to 21.7% in London.
There are currently over 6,000 (July 2025, Zapmap) open-access rapid and ultra-rapid chargers within 1 mile of the Strategic Road Network (England’s motorways and major A-roads). This means total charger numbers have more than quadrupled in the last three years, supporting EV drivers to take longer journeys.
“There’s never been a better time to go electric – chargepoints are up 23% in a year, and we’re helping drivers save with discounts of up to £3,750 on new electric cars, all part of our Plan for Change,” said Minister for Decarbonisation, Keir Mather.
“We’re also cutting red tape so renters and those without driveways can access affordable home charging, making it easier and cheaper for everyone to make the switch.”
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