Public EV charging network reaches 85,000 in August

The UK’s public electric vehicle (EV) charging network reached 85,163 charge points in August, according to Zapmap.

1,234 new charging devices were added in August, of which 899 were on-street chargers. 212 rapid or ultra-rapid chargers were added.

Since August 2024, the UK’s public charging network has grown by 24.7%, while Wales has seen the biggest regional growth in 2025 so far, with 22% more chargers than at the beginning of the year.

Vicky Read, CEO at Charge UK, said: “The UK reaching over 85,000 public charge points is an incredible achievement for an industry that is barely a decade old.

“This new milestone is further proof that the sector is doing its part for the transition.

“With a commitment to invest £6bn through to 2030, ChargeUK members are rolling out infrastructure ahead of demand.

“But to ensure this momentum continues, the industry needs continued support from policymakers so that we have the best possible conditions for charging investment and for drivers.

“That means helping drivers to access EVs, addressing the rise in standing charges for charging operators, and extending the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation to include EV charging.”