UK EV Chargepoint Grants in 2025

At a glance:

Up to £350 off per socket, available for landlords installing EV chargepoints at residential or commercial properties.

Who is it for?

Primarily for people living in rented properties or those who own a flat with dedicated off-street parking, as well as landlords, social housing providers, or housing associations.

Grant conditions:

• Maximum of 200 grants per year per landlord
• Properties must have off-street parking
• Landlords and property managers are also eligible to apply for the grant, with funding of up to an additional £500 per bay (for up to 60 bays) available for residential car parks.

Open until: Ongoing, subject to government funding updates.

At a glance:  

Up to £30,000 per building for landlords installing EV infrastructure, covering groundwork and installation preparation for future chargers.

Who is it for?

Landlords of multi-let residential or commercial buildings.

Grant conditions:

• Maximum £500 per parking space
• Must include at least one working chargepoint installed

Open until: Ongoing, reviewed annually by OZEV.

At a glance:

Funding to support local authorities installing public EV chargepoints in residential areas without off-street parking.

Who is it for?

Local authorities.

Grant conditions:

• Collaborative bids with private sector partners
• Focus on residential streets with low existing provision

Open until: Rolling application windows announced by OZEV.

At a glance:

Up to £350 per socket, up to 40 sockets per applicant.

Who is it for?

Businesses, charities, and public sector organisations installing chargers for staff or fleet use.

Grant conditions:

• Off-street parking required
• Must use an OZEV-approved installer and charger

Open until: Ongoing.

Typically, yes – landlords, homeowners, or businesses must own the property or have the authority to make installations. Leased properties may require landlord permission.

Yes. Businesses using leased fleet vehicles can claim grants under the Workplace Charging Scheme, provided other eligibility criteria are met.

Upgrading is possible, but new installations must remain grant-compliant and upgrades may not be eligible for repeat funding.

Most OZEV grant approvals are processed within 2-4 weeks once installation and documentation are completed correctly.

Yes, tenants can apply for certain EV charger grants, particularly if they live in rented properties with dedicated off-street parking. Grants are also available for landlords, social housing providers, and housing associations, so tenants may benefit by coordinating with their property owner.

Yes. The EV Infrastructure Grant supports installations in communal parking areas for flats or commercial buildings, provided eligibility criteria are met.