UK EV Charging Network Accelerates with Record Growth in 2025

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The UK’s public electric vehicle (EV) charging network has continued its rapid expansion through 2025, marking significant infrastructure growth and regional gains. Over the past year, more than 14,000 new public charge points became operational, raising the total to 87,796 devices across 45,033 locations. This represents a 19.1% increase in the public charging network within 12 months.

Ultra‑rapid chargers delivering 150 kW and above noted outstanding growth now totaling 9,893 units, up 41% from December 2024 ighlighting strong investment into high‑speed charging infrastructure. Charging hubs defined as locations with at least six rapid or ultra‑rapid units also saw growth, increasing by 39% year‑on‑year to 748 hubs nationwide

The infrastructure rollout was especially robust outside London and the South‑East. The North West recorded over 35% growth in high‑power charger installations, while the East of England, Wales and Northern Ireland each saw roughly 29% year‑on‑year rises.

Zooming into specific periods, the third quarter of 2025 delivered nearly 4,000 new charge points, taking the national total to 86,021 devices across 43,507 sites a 22% rise year‑on‑year. In that quarter, the number of ultra‑rapid chargers surged to 9,290 units (a 51% increase on September 2024), and 212 new charging hubs were established, bringing the cumulative total to 663 hubs.

Looking back further, at the end of August 2025 the UK had already passed 85,000 public charge points 85,163 devices across 42,970 locations. That month alone added 1,234 new units, including on‑street charging expansion with 899 new devices deployed.

The first half of 2025 witnessed strong performance too. From January to June, 8,670 new charge points were installed (a 27% increase year‑on‑year), reaching a total of 82,369 devices at 40,479 locations. Ultra‑rapid devices grew by nearly 23% to 8,619 units, making up 18% of all chargers. Additionally, 136 new high‑power charging hubs came online in that period, bringing the total to 673 across the UK.

Beyond national growth, regional on‑street charging infrastructure also gained traction. While London’s on‑street installations increased by less than 11%, the rest of the UK saw a significant boost from 7,106 units in December to 8,737 by June, a rise of over 25% ). Notable projects included LEVI‑funded partnerships: char.gy in Brighton and Hove installing over 6,000 chargers, Suffolk County Council delivering around 6,000 devices with Lew EV funding of £5.3 million, and Barnet Council adding 500 charge points in the short term and 500 more in the coming years via ORCS funding covering 60% of costs.

The groundwork for 2025’s growth was set in 2024, when more than 20,000 new charge points were deployed a 38% increase on the previous year driven by sharp rises in ultra‑rapid charger installations, up 84% since the end of 2023.

In summary, 2025 has seen substantial EV infrastructure expansion across the UK. Key highlights include a nearly 20% rise in total charge points, explosive growth in ultra‑rapid chargers and charging hubs, and strong regional deployment, especially outside London. The scale and speed of this rollout are setting the stage for confidence in EV adoption and convenience for drivers nationwide.

What this means:

The sustained expansion of the UK’s EV charging infrastructure signals a turning point. A growing network of fast‑charging points and hubs provides vital en‑route and destination charging options, enhancing driver confidence and supporting longer journeys. The concentrated growth beyond London underscores a more equitable distribution of infrastructure, reducing range anxiety for rural and regional users.

The proliferation of ultra‑rapid devices and hubs aligned with high‑visibility, amenity‑rich locations not only supports existing EV drivers but also encourages the next wave of adopters. The rise in on‑street charging across the UK addresses inequalities among households without off‑street parking.

However, to fully support the transition to electric transport, continued focus is needed on rural accessibility, sustained investment in on‑street networks, and ongoing public‑private coordination. These efforts will reinforce momentum and support long‑term net‑zero goals.

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