City-wide EV charging network
Priority areas for fast and rapid hub charge point deployment has been identified based on the density of:
- Traffic flow on local roads to account for en-route charging
- Amenities for destination charging
- Housing with a reliance on on-street parking
- Taxi ranks, as a high mileage user group
The below map shows areas of high projected demand and therefore the highest priority areas for deploying fast and rapid charging infrastructure. Residential area charge points to enable overnight charging will be prioritised across the city where there is little or no off-street parking.
Areas of low grid capacity coupled with limited or no off-street parking will be prioritised for innovative on-street charging solutions.
On-street charging
We have partnered with Shell Recharge to provide Electric Vehicle (EV) charge points across Birmingham, which will help make it easier for our residents to make the switch to EV ownership.
This initial rollout of EV charge points will be installed onto existing lampposts on residential streets. We are prioritising the parts of the city where residents do not have the option of home charging.
Find your nearest charge point
To locate your nearest Shell Recharge EV charge point, visit the Ubitricity website and enter your address.
A map will appear showing you the nearest EV charge points.
The new Shell Recharge EV charge points will also appear on the ZapMap app.
Request an EV charger near your home
If you are unable to locate an EV charge point near your home, you can submit a request for your location to be assessed to see if it is suitable.
The submission of the request does not guarantee an EV charge point will be installed.
Join us in making a difference
We encourage you to take advantage of these new local EV charge points in your area.
Help support Birmingham in becoming a greener city for everyone.
Customer service
Ubitricity is a member of the Shell Group and will be operating the charge points under the Shell Recharge brand.
Ubitricity offers a 24 hours, 7 days a week helpdesk. They will be the first point of contact for any technical issues, billing queries and faulty equipment.
To contact Ubitricity, phone 0800 024 6279 or email support@ubitricity.co.uk .
Our Customer Service team have also opened a dedicated phone line for general questions related to the EV charge points. This phone line is available on 0121 216 1050.
Page last updated: 18 October 2024
