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WA 6151 ยท Victoria Park

Public EV Chargers in Kensington

Kensington has 4 public EV charging stations with 9 plugs across 2 networks.

A growing suburb still waiting for fast charging infrastructure.

4

Stations

9

Plugs

0

DC Fast

7 kW

Max Speed

All Charging Stations

4 stations in Kensington, WA 6151

AC
7 kW

Non-networked

Independent charger

Coles South Perth

Angelo Street, Kensington WA 6151

4

plugs

AC
7 kW

Non-networked

Independent charger

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions

17 Dick Perry Avenue, Kensington WA 6151

1

plug

AC
7 kW

Chargefox

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions KMCSC

17 Dick Perry Ave, Kensington WA 6151

2

plugs

AC
7 kW

Chargefox

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions FWF

Technology Park, Dick Perry Avenue, Kensington WA 6151

2

plugs

EV Charging in Context

How Kensington's charging infrastructure compares to local demand.

17,226

Residents (2021)

1:4,307

Charger-to-resident ratio

93%

Households with a car

1,088,626

Vehicles/day on monitored roads

Kensington has a population of 17,226 and 4 public EV charging stations โ€” roughly 1 charger for every 4,307 residents. 93% of households own a car.

According to the 2021 Census, 55% of workers in Kensington drive to their job.

Main Roads WA traffic counters in the 6151 postcode recorded an average of 1,088,626 vehicles per day across Archer St, Briggs St, Cohn St and 2 other roads. As EV adoption grows, this traffic volume points to a gap in fast charging infrastructure โ€” Kensington has no DC fast chargers yet.

Charging Networks in Kensington

Chargefox

2 stations ยท 4 plugs

2 AC

Non-networked

2 stations ยท 5 plugs

2 AC

"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 Kensington?

Kensington has 4 EV charging stations with 9 total plugs โ€” 0 DC fast chargers and 4 AC destination chargers across 2 networks.

Where's the nearest DC fast charger to Kensington?

Kensington has 4 AC chargers but no DC fast charging. The nearest fast charger is in Melville City (postcode 6154).

Which EV charging networks operate in Kensington?

Charging networks in Kensington include Chargefox, Non-networked. Between them, they provide 9 plugs across 4 stations.

Which council area is Kensington in?

Kensington is in the Victoria Park local government area. Other suburbs in Victoria Park with EV chargers include Lathlain.

Is Kensington underserved for EV charging?

Kensington has 17,226 residents sharing 4 public chargers โ€” roughly 1 for every 4,307 people. That ratio suggests the area could benefit from more charging infrastructure.

How busy are the roads near Kensington?

Main Roads WA counters record an average of 1,088,626 vehicles per day across 82 monitored road sections in the 6151 postcode, including Archer St, Briggs St, Cohn St. That's a significant volume โ€” fast charging infrastructure would serve both locals and passing traffic.

Charger data: OpenChargeMap (2025). Population and commute data: ABS 2021 Census. Traffic volumes: Main Roads WA Traffic Digest (2024). Gridly does not guarantee charger availability โ€” confirm via the network's app before travelling.