Expanding our electric vehicle charging network
We're already leading the way in electric vehicle charging and we're planning on expanding the network even further.
Whether you’re considering switching to an electric vehicle (EV) or already driving one, we want to hear about your experience to help inform our Electric Vehicle Charging Plan.
We're committed to cleaner air, quieter streets and a sustainable future. The transition to EVs is key to reducing carbon emissions and creating greener transport options.
Expanding the charging network
We have plans to install a minimum of 1,600 more chargepoints over the next three years and thousands more over the next 15 years.
This major investment in EV charging infrastructure, funded by government grants and private partnerships, will ensure better access to charging for residents, businesses and visitors.
Have your say
The survey will take around 10 to 15 minutes to complete.
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Phases
Survey highlights
Brighton & Hove: EV Infrastructure Survey Highlights
About Our Respondents
Total Participation: 505 people responded to the survey.
Local Focus: 91.7% of respondents are residents of Brighton & Hove.
Parking Reality: More than half of respondents confirmed they park their vehicle on‑street.
EV Ownership: 68% of those with a vehicle have an EV or Plug‑in Hybrid.
Network Reliance: 90% of EV/Hybrid owners use the city’s public chargepoints.
Accessibility
Network Rating: 2.8 / 5
• Users key asks were reliability and availability.
• High demand for dedicated EV‑only bays.
• Issues: Blocked bays, chargepoints not working, and app glitches.
Barriers
On‑Street Parking: 68.5% of respondents advised they park their vehicle on street.
Home Charging: 71.9% say home charging is “very important”.
Gully Innovation: 53.5% of those asked are interested in cross‑pavement gullies.
Sharing: 69.5% of those interested in gullies, would share their home chargepoint, if reimbursed.
Top Concerns
69.4% find public costs unfair.
Respondents asked about the cost of public charging report it is significantly more expensive than home charging.
What People Want
75% of respondents willing to walk 5 minutes or under to a chargepoint.
There was a wish for a mix of charging power across the city.
Top 3 Charging Habits:
- Overnight (40%)
- Home Tasks (23%)
- Eat/Drink (22%)
Future Plans
Network: Thousands more Standard, Fast, and Rapid units.
Car Clubs: Electrification of bays.
Spring 2026: Cabinet report on cross‑pavement solutions.
A report containing the full survey findings will be presented to Cabinet in spring.