Leeds Leads UK's EV Charging Landscape, But Regions Lag Behind
The electric vehicle (EV) charging landscape in the UK is seeing significant growth and variation. While some regions are well-prepared, others lag behind, as seen in the contrasting numbers of home charging stations.
Leeds tops the list with 718 home chargers, demonstrating its readiness for the EV transition. However, the Scottish Highland region of Lochaber has the lowest density, with just 8 chargers. The lack of off-road parking and more flat complexes in some areas may contribute to this disparity.
Looking at the national trend, the total hours spent charging EVs has surged by over 139% from July 2022 to July 2024. This increase, coupled with a 156% rise in total energy discharged, indicates a significant growth in EV usage. In July 2024, approximately 180,000 EVs were powered, compared to a mere 2,000 in 2022. On average, each charging session at home now lasts 3.6 hours, up from 3.2 hours in 2022. Following Leeds, Buckinghamshire has the second-highest number of home chargers (541), with Birmingham (519), Cheshire East (500), and Barnet (499) close behind.
While Leeds leads the way in EV charging infrastructure, regions like Lochaber need to catch up. The national trend shows a substantial increase in EV charging hours and energy discharged, indicating a growing demand for EV charging solutions. As the number of EVs continues to rise, addressing the disparity in charging infrastructure across regions will be crucial.
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