Home EV chargers in Plymouth
£310 to £1,560 installed, and 3,216 plug-in cars already kept in the council area.
What a home charger costs in Plymouth
7kW home charger
£310–£510
Saves up to £566 a year on fuel against petrol. Pays back in about 1 year.
22kW fast charger (most common)
£630–£970
Saves up to £784 a year on fuel against petrol. Pays back in about 1 year.
Vehicle + solar bundle
£910–£1,560
Saves up to £958 a year on fuel against petrol. Pays back in about 1 year.
Source: Home Energy Quotes Cost Index, costs modelled June 2026, savings at the October to December 2026 price cap. Prices are estimates and include installation and VAT. Actual costs may vary.
Plymouth in numbers
Published statistics for the Plymouth council area, not our estimates.
There were 3,216 privately kept plug-in cars in the Plymouth council area at the end of June 2026, and 440 public charging devices on 1 July 2026, or 161.7 for every 100,000 people.
| Plymouth council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Privately kept plug-in cars | 3,216 | DfT and DVLA, June 2026 |
| Public charging devices | 440 (161.7 per 100,000 people) | DfT, 1 July 2026 |
| Solar PV installations (all sizes) | 9,509 (83 per 1,000 households) | DESNZ, end of 2025 |
| Electricity network operator | National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West England) | NESO licence area boundaries |
Plymouth is served by National Grid Electricity Distribution, the electricity network operator for South West England. A home charger has to be registered with the network operator. Your installer normally does this: smaller systems are notified after installation, and larger ones need approval before work starts.
These are published official statistics for the Plymouth council area, which covers Plymouth, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Plymouth a good place for home EV chargers?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to home ev chargers installations throughout Plymouth. Combined with South West’s energy prices, home ev chargers installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Plymouth has a population of 262,000, and the area falls within the South West region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Plymouth
We recommend getting at least 3 quotes from qualified installers before making a decision. Check reviews, ask for local references, and make sure warranties are clearly stated in writing.
What to check before hiring an installer in Plymouth
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for home ev chargers before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Plymouth or Devon
- Reviews — check online reviews before committing
- Warranty — product and workmanship warranties should be clearly stated in writing
- 3 quotes minimum — we recommend comparing at least three quotes to ensure you get a fair price
Questions about home EV chargers in Plymouth
How much do home ev chargers cost in Plymouth?
How many public EV chargers are there in Plymouth?
Is there a grant for home ev chargers in Plymouth?
The EV chargepoint grant pays 75% of the cost of a home charger in Plymouth, up to £500, for eligible renters and flat owners with private off-street parking. It closes on 31 March 2027.
How long is the payback period in Plymouth?
Do I need planning permission in Plymouth?
How do I find a good installer in Plymouth?
Get quotes for your home in Plymouth
Up to three approved installers who cover Plymouth may contact you. Free, no obligation.
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Last reviewed: . Costs are modelled estimates from the Home Energy Quotes Cost Index — see how we calculate them. Grant rates are checked against GOV.UK.