EV charging statistics 2025
As the UK continues in its pursuit of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, the popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) continues to rise. With electric cars accounting for over a fifth (21.6%) of new car sales in the UK in the first half of 2025, the demand for fast, efficient public EV charging points has never been higher.
But how is the industry coping with the increased demand?
With 18% of people citing a lack of available public charging points as their main reason for not purchasing an EV, the development of the EV charging industry will play a crucial part in developing a greener society.
Our research looks at the latest EV charging statistics for 2025, covering the EV charging market, EV charger speeds, cost, and more.
EV charging market statistics
The latest EV charging statistics show that the UK EV charging industry was worth over £620 million in 2024, the highest figure to date.
The industry is projected to grow vastly in the following decade, rising to a market value of around £9.7 billion by 2033.
Total value of the UK EV charging industry in 2024 and the projected value in 2033
If current predictions are correct, it’ll mean that the value of the UK EV charging industry will rise by over 1,400% between 2024 and 2033.
EV charger market share statistics
Char.gy has more public EV charging stations than any other company in the UK, with a total of 2,946 charging locations, as of January 2024. This is 16% more than any other company, making char.gy one of only three brands with more than 1,000 EV charging sites in the UK.
A breakdown of the companies with the most public EV charging stations in the UK
Though second-place CityEV had around 14% fewer charging stations than char.gy, their total of 2,542 was around 10% more than the next-highest company (Alfen) and the only other brand with more than 2,500 public EV charging points.
Rounding off the top five are ABB and EV Tronic, with totals of 817 and 385, respectively. Combined, this equates to less than half the number of stations provided by both char.gy and CityEV.
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How does the number of EV chargers in the UK compare with the rest of Europe?
EV charging trends from 2025 show that the Netherlands has the most EV charging devices per 1,000 people, at 10. This is 3.5 more than any other country and means that the Netherlands has an EV charger for every 100 people.
The Netherlands was also named the best country to own an electric car in one of our previous studies, with the high number of chargers a key factor.
The number of EV chargers per 1,000 people by European country (2025)
Belgium and Iceland share second place with 6.5 chargers per 1,000 people, less than two-thirds of the Netherlands' total. There are three other countries in 2025 with at least 5 chargers per 1,000 population, or one for every 200 people. They are:
- Denmark (6)
- Norway (5.5)
- Sweden (5.1)
The UK’s total of 1.3 chargers per 1,000 people is only the 14th highest figure in Europe, a fifth of the total of Belgium and Iceland. Five of the top six nations are Nordic countries, demonstrating the dominance of EV charging facilities in this part of the continent.
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EV charger statistics
How much do home EV chargers cost?
The price of purchasing an EV charger can vary depending on the charger’s power, installation costs, and any additional equipment required.
A report from Checkatrade found that the average cost of installing a home EV charger was £1,000. This fee accounted for the parts and labour involved in the home EV charger installation process. However, with landlords and flat tenants eligible for a government grant of up to £350 for home EV chargers, that fee may be as low as £650.
Average cost of a home EV charger by charger type
| Charger type | Average cost |
|---|---|
| 3 kWh EV charger – supply only | £375 |
| 7 kWh EV charger – supply only | £625 |
| EV charger with installation | £1,000 (£650 for those eligible for a government grant) |
(Source: Checkatrade)
The average cost of buying an EV charging device depends on the power of the device you purchase. The typical cost of buying a 7 kWh home EV charger is £625. This is £250 more than the average cost for a 3 kWh charger (£375).
How much does it cost to charge an EV at home?
EV charging statistics from Pod Point found that the average cost to charge an electric car at home was £13 in October 2024. This was based on the average UK domestic electricity rate of 24.5 kWh and a typical 54 kWh electric car battery.
Which age group has the most electric car owners?
Analysis of EV charging statistics shows that younger drivers are more likely to own electric cars. In a Barriers Direct survey of around 2,000 drivers, more than two-fifths (41.59%) of drivers aged 16-24 drove electric cars in 2023, over six percentage points higher than any other age group.
The only other age group where more than a third of drivers drove an electric car was 25-34 year olds, at just under 35%.
The percentage of surveyed drivers who own an electric car by age, 2023
The number of electric car drivers fell steadily as age increased, dropping to less than 4% for those aged 55 and over. The next lowest age group (44-54) was around four times less, and less than a tenth of the figure for 16-24 year olds.
Which region has the most electric car owners?
A 2023 survey from Barriers Direct found that Greater London leads the way when it comes to electric car ownership. A third (33%) of respondents from the capital said they owned an electric car, 4% more than any other region.
The percentage of UK electric car owners by region
London was followed by the West Midlands, where nearly three in 10 (29%) were electric car owners. The East Midlands (26%) was the only other region where over a quarter of people owned an electric car, compared to a fifth (20%) in Scotland.
At the other end of the scale, only 6% of respondents in Northern Ireland owned an electric car, making it the only UK region below 10%. This was just over half the total of the South West, where 11% of respondents owned an electric car.
EV ownership by gender
The vast majority of UK EV drivers were male in 2024, according to a survey from EVA England. Nearly four in five (78.8%) surveyed EV drivers were male, compared to 21.2% of females.
The percentage of UK EV drivers by year and gender, 2023-24
Despite the disparity, the latest figures represent a significant levelling up from 2024, when less than 14% of surveyed EV drivers were women.
EV driver trends and behaviours
Recent EV charging statistics found that over nine in 10 (91%) EV drivers said they would not go back to a petrol or diesel-based vehicle. A further 86% reported finding EVs cheaper to run than petrol or diesel-based cars, suggesting that cost is a key factor in driving satisfaction among EV drivers.
The survey also found:
- 64% believe the public charging network has improved over the last year
- More than half of new EV drivers switched for cost reasons
- 91% of drivers with home chargers find EVs cheaper, compared to just half of those using exclusively public chargers
How many EV drivers experience range anxiety?
Over 37% of surveyed EV owners claimed they never worried about their vehicle running out of charge mid-journey. This is a rise of over six percentage points from 2023, suggesting that improvements in vehicles and charging facilities are resulting in drivers experiencing less ‘range anxiety’.
Over two-fifths of drivers (41.29%) said they rarely experience range anxiety, down from 42.71% in 2023. This means that around four in five EV drivers rarely experience range anxiety, if at all.
The percentage of EV drivers who experience range anxiety by year and frequency
Despite the overall reduction in range anxiety, the number of drivers who experienced charge concerns very often increased slightly, from 1.97% in 2023 to 2.11% in 2024.
Where do drivers typically charge their EVs?
Over half of surveyed EV drivers charged their vehicle entirely at public charge points in 2025, more than double the total of any other charging method.
Just over a fifth claimed they charge mostly at home but sometimes at public charge points, with over 4% citing an even split between home and public charging.
The most common charging habits among surveyed EV drivers
*Figures may not equal 100% due to rounding
Additionally, over a tenth of drivers said they charge mostly at work but sometimes at public charge points. This means at least nine in 10 EV drivers are relying on public charging stations to some degree.
By contrast, less than 3% of drivers charged their EV exclusively at home, with this number falling to 2% for those who charged entirely at work.
What are the benefits of driving an EV?
Nearly nine in 10 surveyed EV drivers and potential buyers cited reduced fuel costs as a beneficial feature of driving an EV, four percentage points more than any other benefit. Lower maintenance costs (84%) were the next most selected answer, suggesting that money saving plays a key role in driving EV sales.
Most common EV benefits cited by EV drivers and those considering an EV
Seven in 10 EV drivers and considerers referenced sustainability benefits as an advantage of driving an EV, 18% less than those who selected saving money on fuel.
What are the main reasons preventing people from buying an EV?
Nearly two-thirds of drivers considering switching to an EV cited cost as a key concern. This was over double the total of any other factor, making cost the only concern referenced by more than half of drivers.
The most common reasons for not buying an EV for those considering an EV
Battery longevity was the next most common concern, referenced by 31% of EV considerers. This was four percentage points more than those who cited a lack of nearby charging infrastructure.
There were four more factors referenced by over a fifth of respondents; they were:
- Lack of public charging infrastructure generally (26%)
- Concerns around charging speed (24%)
- Range anxiety (24%)
- Repair costs (24%)
This meant that each of the six most common concerns around buying an EV related to either cost, battery life, or charging.
EV charging FAQs
What is EV charging?
EV charging refers to the replenishment of energy in an electric vehicle battery. This is done by plugging the vehicle into a relevant charger, either at home or at a public charging station.
How to find EV charging stations
Our comprehensive EV charging map can help you find convenient charging destinations wherever you are. All you need to do is enter the postcode or the area you need a charger for, and we’ll show you all the chargers in your area.
You can also use our filters to identify which locations have the type of charger you require.
How to use EV charging stations in the UK
Using an EV charging station is a simple process. All you need to do is locate the charger and park your EV beside the charger. From here, open your charging port and plug in the cable.
Note: If the charger does not have a cable, you’ll need to use your own charging cable, so it’s a good idea to keep one in your car.
How to calculate EV charging cost
To work out the cost of charging your EV, you need to take the size of your EV’s battery pack and multiply it by the electricity cost of your supplier.
For example, a car with an 80kWh battery being charged with a 30p/kWh public charger would cost £24 to charge fully from empty.
How to pay for EV charging in the UK
There are a few simple methods you can use to pay for EV charging:
Pay at the charging station payment terminal with a credit or debit card
Many charging stations now offer the option to pay at the terminal with a standard credit or debit card payment. While this option isn't available across the board, it’s becoming increasingly common with the majority of new rapid and ultra-rapid devices offering this service.
Download a mobile app that allows for EV charger payments
There are numerous mobile apps to download that provide helpful info on EV charging locations while simultaneously allowing you to track and make charging payments. One such example is the EV charging app from Zapmap, but there are others available that offer a similar service.
Use an RFID card or fob
A radio frequency identification card (RFID) allows for contactless, encrypted payment at EV charging stations. These cards are accepted by most providers of public electric car charging stations, including Ecotricity and Shell Recharge. Using these cards could not be simpler – just scan at the payment terminal in the same way you’d use a contactless bank card.
Numerous charging companies offer their own RFID card, which you can usually purchase online from their websites.
How many miles do electric cars last?
The mileage on an electric car can vary depending on the brand, model, and how well-maintained the vehicle is. Many manufacturers say that drivers should expect to get at least 10 years or 100,000 miles from an EV.
EV charging glossary
Electric vehicle (EV)
An electric vehicle is any vehicle powered by an electric motor that draws electricity from a battery. These vehicles are charged by an external power supply.
EV charging device
An electric vehicle (EV) charging device refers to the plug-in electrical device used to recharge electric vehicles. These chargers can either be installed at home or found at public EV charging stations.
EV charging station
An electric vehicle (EV) charging station refers to a destination where members of the public can charge their EV using charging devices. The quantity and power of devices may vary depending on the location.
Hybrid
In EV terms, a hybrid is a vehicle that uses an electric motor alongside a traditional fuel-powered engine like petrol or diesel. In hybrids, the two systems work together to power the vehicle, allowing the car to burn less fuel than a standard fuel-based car.
Net zero
Net zero refers to the amount of greenhouse gas that’s produced and removed from the atmosphere. If the amount of greenhouse gas removed is equal to the amount produced, then net zero is achieved.
Ultra-rapid charger
In EV terms, a rapid charger refers to any charging device with an output exceeding 150kWh.
Rapid charger
In EV terms, a rapid charger refers to any charging device with an output of between 50-149 kWh.
Sources and methodology
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https://www.statista.com/statistics/1411503/uk-forecast-electric-vehicle-charging-station-revenue/
https://www.statista.com/statistics/1446288/uk-ev-charging-points-by-leading-manufacturer/
https://www.gridx.ai/resources/european-ev-charging-report-2025
https://www.checkatrade.com/blog/cost-guides/electric-car-charger-installation-cost/
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