North Wales is among the top places to head this Easter and summer if you have an electric car and want the best deal.
Warwick has been named the UK’s top staycation spot for electric vehicle (EV) drivers, according to a new study by car insurance provider Ageas.
The research, which analysed 100 popular towns and villages across the UK, ranked each location based on their charging infrastructure, cost-efficiency, charger reliability, and the density of local points of interest. The study highlights the destinations setting the gold standard for sustainable tourism, helping the UK’s growing community of EV drivers plan stress-free getaways. Scores reflect relative performance across the locations analysed rather than an absolute measure of EV infrastructure quality.
Warwick takes the top spot, with a score of 100/100. The historic town was recognised for its exceptional balance of culture and connectivity, boasting 254 points of interest and a robust network of 74 EV chargers within a 5km radius.
Following closely in second place is Shanklin on the Isle of Wight (91/100), proving that island getaways are more accessible for electric motorists. Alfriston in East Sussex (89/100) rounded out the top three, driven by its low average charging costs and a high proportion of rapid and ultrarapid chargers.
The study also highlighted the highest ranked destinations in each nation, with Betws-y-Coed (85/100), Pitlochry (73/100) and Enniskillen (79/100) taking the top spots for Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Beyond the nationwide and regional rankings, several locations were recognised for excellence in specific categories:
- Best for Budget: Alfriston offers the lowest average rate at £0.28 per kWh
- Best for Reliability: St Ives achieved a near-perfect 96% reliability rating for its charging network based on user reported operational status data
- Best for Speed: Bamburgh and Tobermory offer the fastest charging, with 100% of their stations featuring rapid or ultra rapid charging
- Best for Accommodation: Holy Island and Lynmouth present the top accommodation options, with 33% and 23% of their hotels offering on-site EV charging facilities
Alan MacEwan, Chief Customer and Operations Office at Ageas UK, commented on the findings, “As more British motorists make the switch to electric, the Great British staycation is undergoing an exciting transformation.
“Our study celebrates the towns and villages that are paving the way for the future of travel. Destinations like Warwick, Shanklin, and Betws-y-Coed are not just beautiful places to visit; they are leading the nation in making sustainable travel easy, affordable, and accessible. We want to shine a light on these EV-friendly locations and encourage drivers to explore the UK with confidence.”
