The EV chargepoint installation grant pays up to £350 off installation costs
The Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS) grant is a government payment that reduces the upfront cost of installing a home chargepoint. It covers 75% of the installation cost, capped at a maximum of £350 per chargepoint (Office for Zero Emission Vehicles, GOV.UK, 2026).
The EV chargepoint grant pays up to £350 off installation, covering 75% of costs. From 2026, the domestic grant is only for flats, shared parking or rental properties. Average homeowner outlay after grant is £450–£850.
- Grant covers 75% of installation up to £350 maximum per chargepoint.
- Domestic grant limited to flats, shared parking or rental properties from 2026.
- Average installation cost after grant is £450–£850 for a 7.4kW charger.
- Annual charging cost saving vs petrol is £800–£1,000 for 10,000 miles.
- Workplace grant offers £350 per socket for employee charging points.
- The EV chargepoint installation grant pays up to £350 off installation costs
- Quick numbers, grant amounts, installation costs, and savings
- You must own or lease a qualifying electric vehicle to claim the grant
- Only MCS-certified installers can carry out grant-funded work
- Your property type determines whether you are eligible for the domestic grant
- Installation costs vary by charger type, cable length, and electrical work needed
- The workplace and on-street grants offer separate funding for non-homeowners
- You can claim the grant only once per vehicle, but multiple vehicles per property are allowed
From April 2026, the domestic grant is only available to homeowners living in flats, properties with shared parking, or rental properties. Single-occupancy homes with a private driveway or garage are no longer eligible for the domestic grant. The grant is awarded per eligible vehicle, not per property, with a maximum of two chargepoints claimed per household per year.
Quick numbers, grant amounts, installation costs, and savings
The table below compares the three main grant types available in 2026 and typical homeowner costs after the grant is applied.
| Grant type | Maximum grant amount | Average homeowner cost after grant | Eligibility property type | Annual charging cost saving vs petrol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic grant (flats/rental) | £350 | £450–£850 | Flats, shared parking, rental properties | £800–£1,000 |
| Workplace grant | £350 per socket | £450–£850 per socket | Business premises (employee use) | £800–£1,000 |
| On-street residential grant | Varies by local authority | £0 (funded directly) | Public land, no off-street parking | £800–£1,000 |
Average installation costs before the grant range from £800 to £1,200 for a standard 7.4kW charger (Energy Saving Trust, 2026). After the £350 grant, typical homeowner outlay falls to between £450 and £850. Annual savings compared to petrol are estimated at £800–£1,000 based on 10,000 miles driven at 7p/kWh versus 140p/litre petrol (Ofgem price cap, Q1 2026; RAC Fuel Watch, 2026).
You must own or lease a qualifying electric vehicle to claim the grant
The grant is only available for eligible electric vehicles listed on the OZEV-approved list of plug-in cars and vans (GOV.UK list updated March 2026). Only new or used EVs registered after 1 October 2016 qualify. The chargepoint must be a smart charger that meets the Electric Vehicle Smart Charging Regulations 2021 (DESNZ, 2026).
The grant is claimed by the installer, not the homeowner. You pay the discounted price upfront, and the installer submits the claim. You cannot claim the grant for a chargepoint installed before the vehicle is registered.
Only MCS-certified installers can carry out grant-funded work
All installers must be registered with the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) and TrustMark (OZEV installer guidance, 2026). The installer must also be a member of a competent person scheme such as NICEIC or NAPIT for electrical work. Check the MCS register online for a valid certificate number before agreeing to any work. The installer submits the grant claim within 10 working days of installation, you receive no paperwork to file.
Your property type determines whether you are eligible for the domestic grant
Eligible properties include flats, apartments, and houses with shared parking or no dedicated off-street parking. For rental properties, the landlord must own the property, and the tenant must have the vehicle for at least 6 months (OZEV grant eligibility criteria, updated April 2026). Single-occupancy homes with a driveway or garage are excluded from the domestic grant. The chargepoint must be installed at the property where the vehicle is registered.
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Installation costs vary by charger type, cable length, and electrical work needed
A basic 7.4kW tethered charger typically costs £800–£1,000 installed (Energy Saving Trust typical cost data, 2026). A 22kW three-phase charger costs £1,200–£1,800 installed and requires a three-phase supply check. Additional costs include an earth rod (£150–£300), ducting for cable runs over 15 metres (£200–£400), and a consumer unit upgrade (£300–£600). Wireless or untethered chargers show no significant price difference. The grant only covers the chargepoint and its installation, not electrical upgrades or groundwork.
The workplace and on-street grants offer separate funding for non-homeowners
The Workplace Grant provides up to £350 per chargepoint socket, capped at 40 sockets per applicant per year (OZEV Workplace Charging Scheme, 2026). The On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme is administered by local authorities, not individuals. The domestic grant is the only option for homeowners in eligible properties. All grants require the chargepoint to be installed by an OZEV-authorised installer (MCS-registered). Grant applications must be submitted within 3 months of installation completion.
You can claim the grant only once per vehicle, but multiple vehicles per property are allowed
You can claim a maximum of two chargepoints per year per household (OZEV terms and conditions, 2026). Each chargepoint must be linked to a different eligible vehicle. If you sell the vehicle, the grant does not transfer to the new owner. The chargepoint must remain at the property for at least 3 years, removal voids the grant. There is no grant for used or second-hand chargepoints.
guide to claiming multiple energy grants for the same home
Frequently Asked Questions
The grant pays up to £350, covering 75% of installation costs. This is capped per chargepoint according to Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (GOV.UK) rules.
From 2026, only homeowners in flats, shared parking or rental properties qualify. Single-occupancy homes with a driveway are no longer eligible per Energy Saving Trust guidance.
Yes, the domestic grant is available to rental properties. You must own or lease an eligible electric vehicle and have landlord permission for installation.
Typical homeowner cost after the £350 grant is £450–£850. Average installation before grant is £800–£1,200 for a standard 7.4kW charger (Energy Saving Trust, 2026).
The workplace grant provides up to £350 per socket for business premises. It covers employee charging and requires eligible vehicles registered with the scheme.
