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VIC 3171 · Greater Dandenong
Public EV Chargers in Sandown
Sandown has 1 public EV charging stations with 2 plugs — including 1 DC fast charger reaching up to 180 kW.
High traffic volume but limited fast charging — a gap worth watching.
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DC Fast
180 kW
Max Speed
All Charging Stations
1 stations in Sandown, VIC 3171
| Type | Network | Location | Power | Plugs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC Fast | Non-networked Independent charger | Ampcharge Sandown Princes Highway, Sandown VIC | 180 kW | 2 |
Non-networked
Independent charger
Ampcharge Sandown
Princes Highway, Sandown VIC
2
plugs
EV Charging in Context
How Sandown's charging infrastructure compares to local demand.
22,174
Residents in 3171 (2021)
1:22,174
Charger-to-resident ratio
88%
Households with a car (3171)
298,407
Vehicles/day on monitored roads
The postcode 3171 area has a population of 22,174 across 2 suburbs, with 1 public EV charging station in Sandown — roughly 1 charger for every 22,174 residents. Car ownership is high at 88% of households (above the Victorian average of 87%), which means more potential EV demand.
According to the 2021 Census, 58% of workers in the postcode 3171 area drive to their job — above the state average.
VicRoads traffic counters in the 3171 postcode recorded an average of 298,407 vehicles per day across SPRINGVALE ROAD, HEATHERTON ROAD, LIGHTWOOD ROAD and 2 other roads. As EV adoption grows, this traffic volume points to growing demand for the 1 DC fast charger already available.
Charging Networks in Sandown
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 Sandown? ▼
Sandown has 1 EV charging station with 2 total plugs — 1 DC fast charger and 0 AC destination chargers across 1 network.
What's the fastest EV charger in Sandown? ▼
The fastest charger in Sandown is a 180 kW DC unit operated by Non-networked at Ampcharge Sandown. There are 1 DC fast charger in total.
Which EV charging networks operate in Sandown? ▼
Charging networks in Sandown include Non-networked. There is currently only one network operating here.
Which council area is Sandown in? ▼
Sandown is in the Greater Dandenong local government area. Other suburbs in Greater Dandenong with EV chargers include Keysborough, Springvale, Lynbrook.
Is Sandown underserved for EV charging? ▼
With 22,174 residents in the postcode 3171 area sharing 1 public charger, there's roughly 1 station per 22,174 people. That's a higher ratio than the Victorian average, suggesting room for more infrastructure. Car ownership at 88% adds to likely demand.
How busy are the roads near Sandown? ▼
VicRoads counters record an average of 298,407 vehicles per day across 24 monitored road sections in the 3171 postcode, including SPRINGVALE ROAD, HEATHERTON ROAD, LIGHTWOOD ROAD. That's a significant volume — the 1 DC fast charger here serve passing traffic as well as locals.
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.