Over 1,800 new EV chargers installed, powering up for the summer getaway surge

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Slow chargers experienced notable growth in July, with 1,563 new charge points added. This increase was primarily driven by the completion of several on-street charging projects across the nation.

In total, 1,849 electric vehicle charge points went live during the month, according to figures from Zapmap. Of these, 239 were rapid or ultra-rapid chargers, expanding the high-speed charging network to meet the needs of drivers who require quick top-ups.

Over the same period, drivers completed more than three million successful charging sessions at public stations.

Zapmap’s latest data shows that the UK now has 84,218 public EV charge points in operation nationwide.

Melanie Shufflebotham, founder and chief operating officer at Zapmap, said: “July saw GRIDSERVE and Osprey, both leading charge point operators, rolling out ultra-rapid charging hubs, secure financing, close on the heels of Believ’s June announcement of a £300m investment facility.

“These investments indicate the maturing of the market and provide a strong footing for continued growth. 

“Notable this month was the launch of the Government’s Electric Car Grant Scheme, discounting the cost of an EV by up to £3,750 for private buyers, alongside the DfT’s £63m package of investments to help drive further growth of the charging infrastructure and reduce charging costs. 

“This combination of demand-side incentives and public-private investments into the industry is a reflection of the growing maturity of the market and likely to support further confidence and growth throughout the second half of the year.”

So far in 2025, the West Midlands has experienced the highest level of regional growth, at 19%.

Jade Edwards, head of insights at Zapmap, said: “The UK’s public charging infrastructure recorded solid growth in July, with particularly robust growth in on-street provision.

“Announcements from Cornwall Council and the North West Combined Authority highlight how Government funding is actively translating into tangible deployment plans.

“We can expect continued growth in this segment in the coming months.

“Be.EV and Zest opened charging hubs in July, in Telford and Edmonton respectively, consisting of 18 ultra-rapid charge points each, meeting the need for high-powered charging with easy access to busy retail centres and key transport routes.

“Meanwhile, Osprey announced its new 16 charge point super-hub in Paisley, and Instavolt secured a 40-year lease for a site near Stonehenge, which will provide ultra-rapid charging for 30 electric vehicles.”