Electric cars
EV chargepoint grants: who can still claim
The government EV chargepoint grant for renters and flat owners: how much it pays, who qualifies and how it changed on 1 April 2026.
Edited by Rob Gibbs. Published: . Guidance reviewed: .
Short answer
If you rent, or own a flat, the government’s electric vehicle chargepoint grant pays 75% of the cost of buying and installing a home charging socket, up to £500. The maximum rose from £350 to £500 on 1 April 2026. Homeowners in houses are not covered by this grant.
What the grant pays
The grant covers 75% of the cost of buying and installing a socket, capped at £500. On a typical home charger installation that leaves you paying the rest, so get a quote first and check the grant figure your installer will claim.
Who it is for
This grant is for renters and for people who own a flat. It is aimed at homes where installing a charger has traditionally been harder. Check the GOV.UK eligibility page for the current conditions, including the parking space you charge in.
After the charger is in
A home charger is what makes a cheap overnight EV tariff worthwhile. If your charger, or your car, is supported by Intelligent Octopus Go, that is usually the tariff to compare first. If neither is, Octopus Go works with any charger.
Questions people ask
How much is the EV chargepoint grant?
75% of the cost of buying and installing a socket, up to £500. The maximum went up from £350 on 1 April 2026.
Can I get the grant if I own a house?
Not this grant. It is for renters and flat owners. Check GOV.UK for any other schemes that may apply to you.
Tariffs in this guide
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Primary sources
- Electric vehicle chargepoint grant for renters or flat owners — GOV.UK; checked 2026-10-30. 75% off buying and installing a socket, up to £500, for renters and flat owners.
- Changes to electric vehicle chargepoint grant schemes from 1 April 2026 — GOV.UK; checked 2026-10-30. The per-socket maximum rose from £350 to £500 on 1 April 2026.