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Wakefield named UK’s most practical town for EV ownership

E.ON UK rates top locations for running an EV based on public and fast charging stations, homes with parking and average electricity costs

Mark Moran
07 January 2026

 

Wakefield has been ranked as the UK’s best location for EV ownership, benefiting from a high share of fast chargers and widespread home parking.

Rotherham and York round out the top three, highlighting South and North Yorkshire as some of the most EV-friendly areas in the UK.  

E.ON UK analysed factors to find out which UK locations are the most EV friendly. They include the percentage of properties for sale with parking or a garage and therefore suitable for home charging, the...

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