Chargepoint Location Commercial Viability Scores
Back to Resource HubWhat is it?
The Chargepoint Location Commercial Viability Scores dataset shows how suitable different locations are for electric vehicle chargepoints. Each location is scored using a clear, consistent method to assess likely demand and potential return on investment. The data is provided in Excel, with a supporting report that explains the approach.
How is it useful?
It helps authorities and partners identify priority locations for chargepoint investment. Use it to shape local EV strategies, compare options and strengthen funding bids with robust, transparent evidence. The dataset supports clearer business cases and more informed decisions on where to invest to support decarbonisation.
Dataset code
01101
Licence
Open Government Licence 3.0
Attributions
Data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/), noting the following attributions:
• Supported by Northern Powergrid Open Data (https://northernpowergrid.opendatasoft.com/p/opendatalicence/)
• Source: SP ENW - DFES – Primary Substation Data (2025) (https://electricitynorthwest.opendatasoft.com/explore/dataset/dfes-2023-primary-data0/information/)
• Source: SPEN Primary Substations (2025) (https://spenergynetworks.opendatasoft.com/explore/assets/distributed-generation-sp-manweb-heat-maps-spm-primary-substations/)
• Environment Agency. Flood Risk Areas (2025). (https://www.data.gov.uk/dataset/42c31542-228d-439b-8dbe-e72135dae71c/flood-risk-areas)
• Department for Transport. National Trip End Model (NTEM) version 8 has been used on Open Government License. National Trip End Model (NTEM) - data.gov.uk
• Department for Transport. (2022). National Travel Survey, 2002-2021: Special Licence Access. [data collection]. 11th Edition. UK Data Service. SN: 7553, DOI: http://doi.org/10.5255/UKDA-SN-7553-11
• 2011 Census Microdata Individual Safeguarded Sample (Local Authority): England and Wales. UK Data Service › Study