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Survey: Public Charging Costs Hinder UK EV Adoption

11/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A survey by EVA England finds public charging costs are the main barrier to UK EV adoption.
87% of EV drivers with home charging say it is cheaper than cars.
50% of those without home charging access disagree.
Public charging averages 48p per kWh, higher than home rates.
The UK government plans to ease charger installations for renters and leaseholders, as the EV charging network grew 23%.

History

Historical Context

The UK government initiated the Plug-in Car Grant in 2010 to encourage electric vehicle (EV) adoption amid rising fuel costs. By 2021, over 745,000 plug-in electric vehicles had been registered, with EVs capturing 18.6% of the market share. However, by 2023, public charging costs averaged 48p per kWh, highlighting ongoing barriers to EV adoption, particularly for those without home charging access.

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Story summary

A survey by EVA England finds public charging costs are the main barrier to UK EV adoption.
87% of EV drivers with home charging say it is cheaper than cars.
50% of those without home charging access disagree.
Public charging averages 48p per kWh, higher than home rates.
The UK government plans to ease charger installations for renters and leaseholders, as the EV charging network grew 23%.

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