UK adds 1,200 public EV chargers in a month as network hits new high
- Perry Richardson
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
More than 1,200 public electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints were added across the UK last month, according to new government figures. The latest update shows there are now 76,507 public chargers available, marking a 28% rise compared to the same time last year.
The Department for Transport confirmed that a new charger is now being added every 30 minutes as part of the Government’s push to expand the UK’s EV infrastructure.
Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood said the progress supports wider efforts to prepare for the 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars. She said the growth of the network also ties into new plans aimed at helping UK carmakers adapt to producing electric vehicles.
The minister also pointed to significant levels of private investment in the sector, with £6 billion expected by 2030. This, alongside public funds, is intended to ensure that drivers remain within easy reach of a chargepoint, regardless of location.
A key part of the Government’s strategy includes the rollout of on-street chargers in both towns and rural areas. The £381 million Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure fund will be used to support installations that offer cheaper overnight charging for households without access to off-street parking.
Greenwood said: “It’s brilliant to confirm today that we’ve added another 1,200 public chargers to the public network in the last month. We’re adding one charge point every half an hour, taking us to over 76,500 across the UK.
“This comes days after our new plans to back British carmakers by making it easier for them to upgrade to make electric vehicles, while delivering our manifesto commitment to stop sales of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030.
“Our chargepoint network is going from strength to strength, and with £6 billion of private investment in the pipeline by 2030, we continue working closely with industry to ensure motorists are always just a short drive from a charger.
“We will also roll out tens of thousands of on-street chargepoints in towns and rural areas – ideal for cheaper, overnight charging for those without a driveway – through our £381m Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure fund.
“We’re investing over £2.3bn to help industry and drivers make a supported switch to EVs, going further and faster to create jobs, boost investment and put money in the pockets of hardworking people, as we secure our future through the Plan for Change.”
