Gridly
VIC 3131 · Manningham
Public EV Chargers in Forest Hill
Forest Hill has 1 public EV charging station with 2 plugs across 1 network.
A growing suburb still waiting for fast charging infrastructure.
1
Stations
2
Plugs
0
DC Fast
22 kW
Max Speed
All Charging Stations
1 stations in Forest Hill, VIC 3131
| Type | Network | Location | Power | Plugs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC | Non-networked Independent charger | Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre Pacific Way, Forest Hill VIC 3131 | 22 kW | 2 |
Non-networked
Independent charger
Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre
Pacific Way, Forest Hill VIC 3131
2
plugs
EV Charging in Context
How Forest Hill's charging infrastructure compares to local demand.
23,191
Residents (2021)
1:23,191
Charger-to-resident ratio
91%
Households with a car
603,033
Vehicles/day on monitored roads
Forest Hill has a population of 23,191 and 1 public EV charging station — roughly 1 charger for every 23,191 residents. Car ownership is high at 91% of households (above the Victorian average of 87%), which means more potential EV demand.
According to the 2021 Census, 43% of workers in Forest Hill drive to their job.
VicRoads traffic counters in the 3131 postcode recorded an average of 603,033 vehicles per day across WHITEHORSE ROAD, SPRINGVALE ROAD, SPRINGFIELD ROAD and 2 other roads. As EV adoption grows, this traffic volume points to a gap in fast charging infrastructure — Forest Hill has no DC fast chargers yet.
Charging Networks in Forest Hill
Non-networked
1 station · 2 plugs
"Non-networked" chargers are independently operated and not connected to a major charging network. These are typically installed by businesses, hotels, or councils and may include brands like Tesla Destination Chargers. Check with the venue for access details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many public EV chargers are in Forest Hill? ▼
Forest Hill has 1 EV charging station with 2 total plugs — 0 DC fast chargers and 1 AC destination charger across 1 network.
Where's the nearest DC fast charger to Forest Hill? ▼
Forest Hill has 1 AC charger but no DC fast charging. The nearest fast charger is in Box Hill South (postcode 3128).
Which EV charging networks operate in Forest Hill? ▼
Charging networks in Forest Hill include Non-networked. There is currently only one network operating here.
Which council area is Forest Hill in? ▼
Forest Hill is in the Manningham local government area. Other suburbs in Manningham with EV chargers include Doncaster East.
Is Forest Hill underserved for EV charging? ▼
Forest Hill has 23,191 residents sharing 1 public charger — roughly 1 for every 23,191 people. That ratio suggests the area could benefit from more charging infrastructure. Car ownership is 91%, above the Victorian average.
How busy are the roads near Forest Hill? ▼
VicRoads counters record an average of 603,033 vehicles per day across 24 monitored road sections in the 3131 postcode, including WHITEHORSE ROAD, SPRINGVALE ROAD, SPRINGFIELD ROAD. That's a significant volume — fast charging infrastructure would serve both locals and passing traffic.
Charger data: Victorian Government DCAV Program and OpenChargeMap (2025). Population and commute data: ABS 2021 Census. Traffic volumes: VicRoads AADT (2019). Gridly does not guarantee charger availability — confirm via the network's app before travelling.