Forty-nine per cent of those living in flats say having somewhere to charge their car or living near a public charger is a deciding factor. Of those who say it’s not a factor, a quarter (25%) say it will be in any future move. Put simply, this study revealed that nearly 75% of respondents place high importance on EV charge point access when it comes to selecting their home.
With the start of a new year often prompting big decisions – like buying, selling, or renting a new home – the question remains whether enough EV infrastructure is available for flat residents.
With EV charging infrastructure important to up to three-quarters of flat residents in future, this figure is at odds with the 55% of flat residents who say there are no electric vehicle charging points in their building. Meanwhile, for those with access, 23% report having only 1-2 EV charge points in their entire building, while only 11% have access to 3-4 chargers and a mere 2% have 5-6 charging points available. Currently, the average number of charging points in a building is 0.93.
Encouragingly, of the 55% of flat dwellers who currently lack EV charging points in their building, 23% believe installing EV chargers in their building is an option. However, a quarter (25%) are unsure if installing EV chargers is an option for their residence. This underscores the need for EV industry leaders and property managers to provide clear guidance and solutions, helping residents turn interest into action.
Denis Watling, managing director of ChargeGuru UK, comments: “With stamp duty tax thresholds set to decrease in April 2025 – likely spurring a rush on the property market – and competition for rentals expected to remain high, offering EV charging infrastructure could make all the difference in attracting new owners and tenants. The data shows EV charging is an important factor in selecting a flat to live in. However, as this consideration grows in importance, the available infrastructure remains insufficient. It’s time for property managers and landlords to take action to ensure their buildings remain desirable places to live.”
