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EV Chargers in Colchester

35 stations 10 rapid (50kW+) 24 fast (7–50kW) 1 slow

Colchester has 35 public EV charging points, including 10 rapid (50kW+) and 24 fast (7–50kW) chargers. The highest-powered charge point listed here is Northern Gateway Colchester at 300kW. Charge points are operated by POD Point (UK), Plug N Go Ltd and BP Pulse (UK), plus 11 other networks. The most widely available connector in Colchester is Type 2 (Socket Only).

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Charger data last updated October 2026, sourced from OpenChargeMap.

Who runs the chargers in Colchester

  • POD Point (UK)10 charge points
  • Plug N Go Ltd5 charge points
  • BP Pulse (UK)2 charge points
  • MER2 charge points
  • Roam Charging (UK)2 charge points
  • Vend Electric2 charge points

EV charging in Colchester — FAQs

How many EV charging points are there in Colchester?

There are 35 public EV charging points in Colchester: 10 rapid (50kW+), 24 fast (7–50kW) and 1 standard (under 7kW). Between them they offer 5 different connector types.

Where can I find rapid EV chargers in Colchester?

Colchester has 10 rapid charging points rated at 50kW or above. The fastest is Northern Gateway Colchester at 300kW. Rapid sites are labelled “Rapid”, listed first on this page and pinned on the map above.

Which charging networks operate in Colchester?

Charge points in Colchester are run by 14 networks, the largest being POD Point (UK), Plug N Go Ltd and BP Pulse (UK). The operator is shown against each charge point in the list above.

Do I need an app to charge in Colchester?

Of the 35 charge points listed in Colchester, 5 accept payment at the charge point itself (contactless card or the operator's app) and 13 require an account, app or membership card before you can start a session. It is worth setting those accounts up before you need them rather than in the car park. Under the UK charge point regulations, rapid units of 50kW and above must display their price in pence per kWh before you start.

Are the EV chargers in Colchester free to use?

Most of the 35 charge points in Colchester require payment, and the access column above shows how each one is paid for. Pricing varies by network and charging speed, so check the operator's app or the signage at the location for the current tariff.

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