EV Charger Installation in Southampton
Get quotes from vetted EV charger installers covering Southampton, from Shirley, Bassett and Highfield to Bitterne, Woolston, Chandler’s Ford and Totton.
Tell us about your home and parking, and compare up to 3 quotes from vetted, accredited local installers.
Over 50 vetted EV charger installers across our network, all checked through the TradeWatch vetting process.
What to know before installing a charger in Southampton
Southampton mixes Victorian terraces in Portswood, Shirley and Bevois Valley, many with on-street parking, with suburbs such as Bassett, Chandler’s Ford and Totton, where most homes have a driveway or garage that suits a home charger.
Many homes near the university are rented or shared, so renters with private off-street parking may qualify for the UK government grant of up to £500, with the landlord’s permission. Landlords can also claim a separate grant for their properties.
The local network is run by Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN), which your installer notifies about the new chargepoint.
Areas we cover around Southampton
Our vetted installers cover Southampton and the surrounding area, including Shirley, Portswood, Bassett. Enter your postcode in the form and your enquiry will be matched with installers who work near you.
- Southampton city centre
- Shirley
- Portswood
- Bassett
- Highfield
- Bitterne
- Woolston
- Chandler’s Ford
- Totton
- Eastleigh
How it works
From your first enquiry to a working charger, here is what to expect.
Start your enquiry- 1
Tell us about your home
Complete the form with your postcode and a few details about your parking and property in Southampton.
- 2
Compare your quotes
Your enquiry is matched with up to 3 vetted local installers, who confirm a price after checking your property and supply.
- 3
Installation and notification
Your chosen installer fits the charger and notifies Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN), the local electricity network operator.
- 4
Certificate and handover
You receive the electrical certificate for the work and a run-through of how to use the charger and its app.
EV charger grants in Southampton
In England, the UK government’s EV chargepoint grant pays 75% of the cost of buying and installing a chargepoint, up to £500, if you rent and live in a property or own and live in a flat, and you have private off-street parking. A separate grant can help households with only on-street parking that install a cross-pavement charging solution. Homeowners in houses with their own driveway are not currently eligible for a grant.
EV charger questions in Southampton
Do I need planning permission for a home charger in Southampton?
Usually not. Most wall-mounted home chargers are permitted development. Listed buildings and some conservation areas, such as parts of the old town, are the exception, so your installer may suggest checking with your council first.
I rent my home. Can I get a charger fitted?
Yes, with your landlord’s permission. If you have private off-street parking, you may also qualify for the UK government grant of 75% of the cost, up to £500.
How much does a home EV charger installation cost?
It depends on the charger you choose, how far the cable needs to run from your consumer unit to your parking space, and whether your electrics need any upgrades. That is why it pays to compare quotes: our vetted installers will give you a fixed price after looking at your property.
How long does installation take?
A standard home installation is usually completed in half a day to a day. Your installer will tell you if your property needs extra work, such as a consumer unit upgrade.
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Important: TradeWatch UK is independent of the UK and devolved governments and of the electricity network operators. Grant information on this page is a general summary; always check the official guidance for current eligibility before applying.