Boost for UK EV charger grant until 2027
Applicants can now get up to £500 towards an EV charging point.
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The UK Government has announced that the electric vehicle (EV) charge point grant will increase to £500, from the previous £350, as of April 2026.
The grant allows renters, landlords, flat owners and businesses to claim up to £500 towards the cost of installing an EV charger. This will last until March 2027.
This new uplift will cover up to half the cost of installing a charge point. You can read more about the grants and apply on the gov.uk website.
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Who can get an EV charge point grant?
There are a few circumstances you'll need to meet in order to be elligible for the grant.
Renters and flat owners:
You rent and live in any residential property
Own and live in a flat
Have private off-street parking
Households with on-street parking:
You live in a property that you own or rent
Only have on-street parking
Need to install a cross-pavement charge point solution, such as a charging gully
Businesses, workplaces and landlords:
Businesses, charities and public sector organisations can apply for up to 40 sockets
Landlords:
Can apply for up to 200 grants for residential properties
100 grants for commercial properties
EV charger grants
EV charge point grants are ideal if you're looking to make the move to an electric car.
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.”
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