The UK government has introduced a rule change that provides a £500 boost for households without driveways, making it easier and cheaper for electric vehicle drivers to charge at home. The Labour Party government has amended regulations for home and business EV chargers, increasing the grant from £350 to £500, which could cover almost half the cost of a typical installation. This higher grant is available until March 2027, expected to be the final year of the scheme.
Who Can Benefit?
Renters, flat owners, landlords, households with on-street parking, and businesses can now claim more help towards the cost of fitting a charge point. The changes also make it easier to install off-street EV charge points by removing some limits on where wall-mounted chargers can be placed.
Government Statements
Aviation, Maritime and Decarbonisation Minister Keir Mather said: “We’re taking action to make EV ownership the affordable choice for everyone – not just those with driveways. Bigger grants mean families, flat owners, renters and small businesses can now install a charger for almost half the usual cost, with home charging costing as little as 2p a mile.”
He added: “Combined with our Electric Car Grant which has saved over 55,000 drivers thousands off the price of a new EV whilst boosting sales for carmakers, and record funding for our national public charging network, we’re backing the EV revolution for drivers, businesses, and industry.”
Industry Reaction
Mel Lane, CEO at Pod Point, a charge station company, said: “Access to affordable EV charging is a crucial part of the transition, which is why we welcome the extension and boost to OZEV’s charging grants for renters, landlords, flat owners, and businesses. Those eligible should consider applying for the grants in their final year, future-proofing homes and businesses as the UK electrifies.”
