Fastned and Places for London advance plans for major EV charging hub in west London
Fastned and Places for London have secured planning approval for what is set to become London’s largest ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging hub, as investment in charging infrastructure continues to accelerate across the capital. The new facility at Hanger Lane in Ealing will feature 36 ultra-rapid charging bays, a retail unit and customer facilities, with opening targeted for 2027.
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Located close to the North Circular Road and the Park Royal industrial area, the development is intended to serve both private motorists and commercial vehicle operators. Fastned said the site will be powered by renewable energy and will offer charging speeds of up to 400kW, allowing compatible vehicles to add significant range in a short period of time.
The project forms part of a wider partnership between Fastned and Places for London, the wholly owned commercial property company of Transport for London. Established in 2024, the joint venture aims to develop up to 25 ultra-rapid charging hubs across London by the end of the decade, using land owned by TfL to expand the capital’s charging network while generating revenue that can be reinvested into the transport system.
Under the arrangement, Places for London contributes access to strategically located sites within TfL’s property portfolio, while Fastned is responsible for developing and operating the charging infrastructure. The partners say the model is intended to support London’s transition to electric vehicles while making productive use of transport-related land assets.
The Hanger Lane scheme reflects growing demand for public charging infrastructure, particularly in urban areas where many residents do not have access to private driveways or off-street parking. Fastned said around 64% of households in outer London lack off-street parking, increasing reliance on public charging networks as electric vehicle adoption grows. The company estimates that up to 40,000 publicly accessible chargers could be required across London by 2030 to meet projected demand.
The development also highlights the increasing focus on commercial fleets as businesses transition to electric vehicles. The nearby Park Royal estate, one of London's largest industrial and logistics locations, is expected to be a significant source of demand for the facility.
Alongside charging infrastructure, the site will include public amenities such as toilets, seating areas and landscaped space. The developers have also indicated that the project will support apprenticeships, work experience placements and local employment opportunities during construction and operation.
The approval is the latest sign of continued growth in London's EV charging network. According to figures cited by the Mayor of London's office and project partners, the capital now has more than 27,000 public charging points, representing over a third of the UK's total charging infrastructure.