Home charging is widely recognised as the most cost-effective and convenient way to charge an electric vehicle. For drivers with off-street parking, installing a home EV charger can unlock electricity rates as low as 2p per mile, meaning 10,000 miles of driving for around £200 per year. For many EV drivers, it’s a clear no-brainer.
But how much does it actually cost to buy and install a home EV charger in the UK?
How Much Does a Home EV Charger Cost?
According to industry averages, the typical price of a home EV charger unit in the UK ranges from £450 to £900, excluding installation. Prices vary depending on the charger brand, smart features, and warranty.
Pod Point Home Chargers
At Lease Electric, we partner with Pod Point to offer reliable, future-proof home charging solutions backed by industry-leading technology and support.
Pod Point offers two 7kW home chargers, the fastest charging option for most UK homes,
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Untethered Pod Point Charger: £999
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Tethered Pod Point Charger: £1,049
Both chargers include:
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7kW charging (ideal for overnight home charging)
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5-year warranty
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Smart charging via the Pod Point app
- Access to Pod Drive, Subscription based charging
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Compatibility with the EDF EV Energy Tariff, helping reduce charging costs further
Flexible Ways to Pay for Your Home Charger
If a Home Charger is not Free with your EV, we offer flexible options to make home charging simple and affordable:
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Include the charger in your lease spread the cost into one clear monthly payment
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Referral Purchase your charger outright or spread the cost with Pod Point, with the option to sign up to Pod Drive for greater charging flexibility.
How Much Does It Cost to Install a Home EV Charger?
The cost of installing a home EV charger depends on factors such as your property layout and whether additional electrical work is required. Across the UK, the average cost of installing a standard 7kW charger is around £900.
Standard Installation with Pod Point (Included)
With Lease Electric, standard installation is included when installing a Pod Point charger and is suitable for around 90% of UK homes with off-street parking.
A standard Pod Point installation includes:
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Mounting the charger to a suitable wall
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Up to 15 metres of cabling
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Up to 3 metres of trunking from the meter to the external wall
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Full testing and certification
If your installation requires additional work outside the standard scope, you’ll receive a clear, no-obligation quote for any extra costs.
If you choose not to proceed with a non-standard installation, any initial payment or deposit will be fully refunded.
How Long Does It Take to Install a Home EV Charger?
A standard Pod Point home charger installation can take as little as two hours.
If your installation is non-standard, Pod Point’s expert team will clearly explain what’s required and how long the work is expected to take before anything goes ahead.
Disclaimer Lease Electric takes no responsibility for the supply, installation, performance, or maintenance of Pod Point chargers. Any issues, defects, or queries relating to Pod Point products or installations must be addressed directly with Pod Point or the relevant installer.Lease Electric’s role is limited to facilitating access to Pod Point services and products and does not extend to providing warranty, aftercare, or technical support.