The UK saw 45% year-on-year growth in net new public EV charger installations in 2023, according to Zapmap.
The charger mapping service said this figure represented almost 1,400 chargers per month – up from 730 per month in 2022.
Zapmap also said there was 52% growth in high-powered chargers, mostly coming from devices capable of charging at over 100kW, while there was a 145% increase in EV charging hubs – locations with more than six rapid or ultra-rapid chargers.
There are also 72% more on-street chargers than there were a year previously, although Zapmap cautioned that this roll-out was still regionally patchy.
Zapmap co-founder and COO Melanie Shufflebotham said: “Overall 2023 was a very good year for EV charging with the rate of installation showing record growth, particularly for the higher-powered chargers to support EV drivers on longer journeys.
“Zapmap’s focus continues to be on providing EV drivers with the information they need to find reliable, available charging when they are out and about. Whilst less than 3% of EV drivers would go back to petrol/diesel, we know that EV drivers want more chargers and a better charger experience.
“As we move into 2024 we look forward to continued progress in both these areas as more and more drivers make the positive move to driving electric.”
