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EV Chargers in Southampton

38 stations 8 rapid (50kW+) 28 fast (7–50kW) 2 slow

Southampton has 38 public EV charging points, including 8 rapid (50kW+) and 28 fast (7–50kW) chargers. The highest-powered charge point listed here is Roadchef Rownhams South Services at 240kW. Charge points are operated by Shell Recharge Solutions (UK), Joju Ltd and POD Point (UK), plus 12 other networks. The most widely available connector in Southampton is Type 2 (Socket Only).

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Charger data last updated October 2026, sourced from OpenChargeMap.

Who runs the chargers in Southampton

  • Shell Recharge Solutions (UK)6 charge points
  • Joju Ltd6 charge points
  • POD Point (UK)4 charge points
  • InstaVolt Ltd4 charge points
  • BP Pulse (UK)3 charge points
  • ChargePoint2 charge points

EV charging in Southampton — FAQs

How many EV charging points are there in Southampton?

There are 38 public EV charging points in Southampton: 8 rapid (50kW+), 28 fast (7–50kW) and 2 standard (under 7kW). Between them they offer 5 different connector types.

Where can I find rapid EV chargers in Southampton?

Southampton has 8 rapid charging points rated at 50kW or above. The fastest is Roadchef Rownhams South Services at 240kW. Rapid sites are labelled “Rapid”, listed first on this page and pinned on the map above.

Which charging networks operate in Southampton?

Charge points in Southampton are run by 15 networks, the largest being Shell Recharge Solutions (UK), Joju Ltd and POD Point (UK). The operator is shown against each charge point in the list above.

Do I need an app to charge in Southampton?

Of the 38 charge points listed in Southampton, 10 accept payment at the charge point itself (contactless card or the operator's app) and 9 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 Southampton free to use?

Most of the 38 charge points in Southampton 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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