5 Things We Noticed This June at Prop Sustainable

EV momentum, lease activity, and a savvier market

June was another high-energy month at Prop Sustainable. With tenders flying in, lease negotiations heating up, and public-sector engagement growing, the EV infrastructure market continues to shift gears. Here are five standout trends we noticed:

1. The charger count keeps climbing

According to the latest figures, 3,106 new public EV chargers went live across the UK in May. The pace of delivery is picking up, with more operators entering the market and more local authorities actively planning infrastructure. The momentum is real and continuing to build.

2. Market rates are taking shape

£1,175 per bay is emerging as the standard success fee on well-positioned sites. This reflects a growing understanding that location, usage potential, and installation complexity all influence value. The market is becoming more disciplined in how it prices delivery.

3. Lease reassignments are picking up

We were approached about two separate lease reassignments in a single week. Some operators are choosing to exit sites that no longer align with their strategy. It is a sign that the market is becoming more fluid and adaptable.

4. Landlords are negotiating harder

In one standout case, a landlord secured a £90,000 upfront lease premium. Sites in strategic locations are commanding serious attention. Landowners are entering discussions with better information, clearer expectations, and stronger leverage.

5. Councils are stepping up

London boroughs including Southwark, Camden, and Haringey have all shown active interest through public tenders under the LEVI programme. The public sector is taking a more hands-on role in shaping charging infrastructure, and it is starting to show in the pipeline.

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