EV Charger Grants UK 2025: What Homeowners Can Claim
Yes, government grants for home EV chargers are still available in the UK in 2025. The main scheme is the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS), administered by OZEV (the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles), and it covers up to £350 off the cost of supply and installation. Whether you qualify depends on your tenure, your property type, and a few other conditions that have tightened considerably since the old OLEV grant days.
As a qualified electrician working across North East England, I get asked about this constantly. Here is a straightforward breakdown of what is actually available, what your home needs to pass, and how the whole process works from first enquiry to sign-off.
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What EV Charger Grants Are Still Available to UK Homeowners in 2025
The EVHS is the primary grant available to homeowners in 2025. A separate strand of the scheme also covers landlords and renters, though with different eligibility rules.
The older OLEV grant (which preceded EVHS) has been phased out and replaced entirely, so if someone is still quoting you the old scheme name, treat that as a red flag.
There is no longer a separate grant for flat or leasehold properties under the standard homeowner route — that route was closed. People living in flats, whether owners or tenants, may have limited options unless their landlord applies under the landlord strand of the scheme. It is worth checking the OZEV website directly for the latest position, as eligibility rules do get updated.
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The OZEV Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS): Who Qualifies Now
To qualify as a homeowner, you broadly need to:
- Own or be buying (on a mortgage) a house or bungalow in the UK
- Have off-street parking — a driveway, garage, or dedicated parking space
- Own or have on order a qualifying plug-in vehicle (battery electric or plug-in hybrid)
- Use an OZEV-approved installer
- Install a charger that holds OZEV product approval (the CT4EV mark)
Renters in houses can also apply under EVHS, provided they have their landlord's written permission and meet the other criteria.
As mentioned, the flat and leasehold homeowner route closed in 2022 and has not been reopened. Landlords owning multiple domestic properties can apply under a separate landlord EV charger eligibility strand, which has its own grant cap structure.
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How Much Can You Save With the EVHS Grant in 2025
The EVHS grant is worth up to £350 per installation, applied at source — meaning the installer claims it on your behalf and deducts it from your invoice. You do not claim it yourself or wait for a rebate.
Total installed cost for a 7kW home charger in the North East typically runs somewhere between £800 and £1,200 before the grant, depending on the charger model, cable run length, and any additional work needed at the consumer unit. After the £350 deduction, you are realistically looking at £450–£850 out of pocket for a straightforward installation. Those numbers vary — they are not guarantees, just a realistic steer based on what I see day to day.
Smart charger models you will commonly come across include Podpoint, Ohme, Andersen EV, and the Easee One. All need to hold current OZEV product approval to qualify for the grant — always confirm the model is on the approved list before committing.
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Step-by-Step: How to Claim Your EV Charger Grant
1. Check your eligibility — vehicle, property type, parking, tenure
2. Find an OZEV-approved installer — they must be registered to claim the grant
3. Get a survey done — the installer assesses your consumer unit, cable routes, and any electrical remedial work needed
4. Choose an approved charger — confirm CT4EV product approval
5. Installer submits the grant claim — this happens before or at installation, through the OZEV portal
6. Installation day — the charger is fitted, circuits tested, and documentation produced
7. Sign-off and certification — you receive an installation certificate under Part P Building Regulations and the grant is reconciled
You do not fill in any government forms yourself. The OZEV-approved installer handles the grant administration. Your job is to ensure the home passes the electrical checks.
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What Your Home Electrical Installation Needs to Pass
A pre-installation survey will check several things. The charger needs a dedicated circuit from the consumer unit — it cannot share with other circuits. The wiring must comply with BS 7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations, including Amendment 2 BS 7671, which introduced more stringent requirements around EV charging circuits, including mandatory surge protection device (SPD) provision in most cases.
RCD protection is required, and for EV charging the standard specifies at minimum a Type A RCD — a standard Type AC is not sufficient. Some installations require a Type B depending on the charger's internal components. Your installer will specify the correct protection grade.
The consumer unit also needs to be in adequate condition to accept the additional load. An older rewirable fuse board or a split-load board without proper RCD coverage may need upgrading before a charger can be safely and compliantly installed.
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Why an EICR May Be Required Before Your Charger Is Approved
An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) tests the existing electrical installation and grades any defects. OZEV does not universally mandate an EICR as a grant condition, but any responsible OZEV-approved installer should be identifying whether your existing installation is safe enough to add a high-load circuit like an EV charger.
In practice, if your installation is older or has visible defects, the installer should not proceed without remedial work. Some insurers and mortgage lenders also want to see a current EICR if major electrical work is being done. If your installation is flagged as C1 (danger present) or C2 (potentially dangerous) during a survey, those issues need addressing first — that is not the installer being awkward, that is compliance with BS 7671 and basic duty of care.
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Choosing an OZEV-Approved Installer in North East England
Only OZEV-approved installers can claim the grant on your behalf. You can check the OZEV register, but the practical shortcut is to ask the installer directly for their approval reference and verify it. Approval is granted to the company, not just the individual electrician, and it requires ongoing compliance with OZEV's scheme rules.
When choosing, look for someone who will carry out a proper survey rather than quoting blind. A good installer will discuss tethered vs untethered charger options (tethered means the cable is permanently attached; untethered gives flexibility if you change vehicles), DNO (Distribution Network Operator) notification requirements, and how the installation will be certified under Part P Building Regulations.
In the North East, Energy North Ltd carries out OZEV-approved EV charger installations and handles the full grant process on your behalf.
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What Happens If You Do Not Qualify for a Grant
If you fall outside the EVHS eligibility criteria — perhaps because you live in a flat, do not have off-street parking, or your vehicle is not on the qualifying list — you can still have a charger installed, you just pay the full cost.
Some energy suppliers and vehicle manufacturers offer their own incentives independent of OZEV, so it is worth checking at point of purchase. The installation process, wiring standards, and Part P certification requirements are identical whether or not a grant is involved.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still get a government grant for a home EV charger in 2025?
Yes. The EVHS grant is active in 2025 and worth up to £350. It applies to eligible homeowners and renters in houses with off-street parking and a qualifying vehicle.
Does the EVHS grant cover the full cost of EV charger installation?
No. It covers up to £350, which typically reduces — but does not eliminate — your out-of-pocket cost. Total installation costs vary, but most straightforward jobs in the North East come in at £800–£1,200 before the grant is applied.
Do I need an EICR before I can claim the EV charger grant?
Not as a universal grant condition, but you may need one if your installation has not been inspected recently, or if the survey reveals defects. Any competent installer should flag this at survey stage rather than pressing ahead with an unsafe installation.
What if my consumer unit is too old to support an EV charger safely?
A consumer unit / fuse board upgrade will need to happen first. This adds cost and time but is a compliance requirement, not something that can be skipped. Costs for a consumer unit upgrade vary significantly depending on the property and scope of work involved.
How long does it take to get the grant approved and the charger installed?
Once your survey is done and an approved charger confirmed, grant approval through the OZEV portal is typically quick — often within a few working days. Installation itself is usually a half-day to full-day job. Allow one to three weeks from first contact to installation date in normal circumstances, though this depends on installer availability and whether any remedial work is needed first.
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If you are in North East England and want a straight answer on whether your home qualifies and what it will realistically cost, get in touch with Energy North Ltd at [energynorth.uk](https://energynorth.uk). We will carry out a proper survey, handle the grant paperwork, and give you accurate figures before any work starts.