PlugMap – UK EV Charger Locator

EV Chargers in Sunderland

44 stations 7 rapid (50kW+) 35 fast (7–50kW) 2 slow

Sunderland has 44 public EV charging points, including 7 rapid (50kW+) and 35 fast (7–50kW) chargers. The highest-powered charge point listed here is Gateshead College at 60kW. Charge points are operated by Charge Your Car, POD Point (UK) and BP Pulse (UK), plus 6 other networks. The most widely available connector in Sunderland is Type 2 (Socket Only).

Filter:

Charger data last updated October 2026, sourced from OpenChargeMap.

Who runs the chargers in Sunderland

  • Charge Your Car21 charge points
  • POD Point (UK)9 charge points
  • BP Pulse (UK)5 charge points
  • Nissan UK Dealer Network3 charge points
  • The GeniePoint Network (EQUANS EV Solutions)2 charge points
  • Lidl1 charge point

EV charging in Sunderland — FAQs

How many EV charging points are there in Sunderland?

There are 44 public EV charging points in Sunderland: 7 rapid (50kW+), 35 fast (7–50kW) and 2 standard (under 7kW). Between them they offer 5 different connector types.

Where can I find rapid EV chargers in Sunderland?

Sunderland has 7 rapid charging points rated at 50kW or above. The fastest is Gateshead College at 60kW. Rapid sites are labelled “Rapid”, listed first on this page and pinned on the map above.

Which charging networks operate in Sunderland?

Charge points in Sunderland are run by 9 networks, the largest being Charge Your Car, POD Point (UK) and BP Pulse (UK). The operator is shown against each charge point in the list above.

Do I need an app to charge in Sunderland?

Of the 44 charge points listed in Sunderland, 3 accept payment at the charge point itself (contactless card or the operator's app) and 35 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 Sunderland free to use?

Most of the 44 charge points in Sunderland 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.

← All UK towns

New to charging? Start here

Nearby towns