Gridly
VIC 3072 · Darebin
Public EV Chargers in Preston
Preston has 1 public EV charging station with 1 plug across 1 network.
A growing suburb still waiting for fast charging infrastructure.
1
Stations
1
Plugs
0
DC Fast
22 kW
Max Speed
All Charging Stations
1 stations in Preston, VIC 3072
| Type | Network | Location | Power | Plugs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC | Non-networked Independent charger | INTELLIHUB AUSTRALIA Pty Ltd Novotel Melbourne Preston - 215 Bell Street, Preston | 22 kW | 1 |
Non-networked
Independent charger
INTELLIHUB AUSTRALIA Pty Ltd
Novotel Melbourne Preston - 215 Bell Street, Preston
1
plug
EV Charging in Context
How Preston's charging infrastructure compares to local demand.
33,790
Residents (2021)
1:33,790
Charger-to-resident ratio
86%
Households with a car
905,031
Vehicles/day on monitored roads
Preston has a population of 33,790 and 1 public EV charging station — roughly 1 charger for every 33,790 residents. 86% of households own a car, below the Victorian average of 87%.
According to the 2021 Census, 36% of workers in Preston drive to their job.
VicRoads traffic counters in the 3072 postcode recorded an average of 905,031 vehicles per day across BELL STREET, ALBERT STREET, STATION STREET and 2 other roads. As EV adoption grows, this traffic volume points to a gap in fast charging infrastructure — Preston has no DC fast chargers yet.
Charging Networks in Preston
Non-networked
1 station · 1 plug
"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 Preston? ▼
Preston has 1 EV charging station with 1 total plugs — 0 DC fast chargers and 1 AC destination charger across 1 network.
Where's the nearest DC fast charger to Preston? ▼
Preston has 1 AC charger but no DC fast charging. The nearest fast charger is in Epping (postcode 3076).
Which EV charging networks operate in Preston? ▼
Charging networks in Preston include Non-networked. There is currently only one network operating here.
Which council area is Preston in? ▼
Preston is in the Darebin local government area. Other suburbs in Darebin with EV chargers include Coburg, Coburg North.
Is Preston underserved for EV charging? ▼
Preston has 33,790 residents sharing 1 public charger — roughly 1 for every 33,790 people. That ratio suggests the area could benefit from more charging infrastructure.
How busy are the roads near Preston? ▼
VicRoads counters record an average of 905,031 vehicles per day across 93 monitored road sections in the 3072 postcode, including BELL STREET, ALBERT STREET, STATION STREET. 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.