Home EV chargers in South Shields
£274 to £1,402 installed, and 2,525 plug-in cars already kept in the council area.
What a home charger costs in South Shields
7kW home charger
£274–£504
Saves up to £575 a year on fuel against petrol. Pays back in about 1 year.
22kW fast charger (most common)
£598–£898
Saves up to £819 a year on fuel against petrol. Pays back in about 1 year.
Vehicle + solar bundle
£846–£1,402
Saves up to £1,098 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.
South Shields in numbers
Published statistics for the South Tyneside council area, not our estimates.
There were 2,525 privately kept plug-in cars in the South Tyneside council area at the end of June 2026, and 265 public charging devices on 1 July 2026, or 175 for every 100,000 people.
| South Tyneside council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Privately kept plug-in cars | 2,525 | DfT and DVLA, June 2026 |
| Public charging devices | 265 (175 per 100,000 people) | DfT, 1 July 2026 |
| Solar PV installations (all sizes) | 3,762 (55.1 per 1,000 households) | DESNZ, end of 2025 |
| Electricity network operator | Northern Powergrid (North East England) | NESO licence area boundaries |
South Shields is served by Northern Powergrid, the electricity network operator for North East 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 South Tyneside council area, which covers South Shields, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is South Shields a good place for home EV chargers?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to home ev chargers installations throughout South Shields. Combined with North East’s energy prices, home ev chargers installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
South Shields has a population of 73,345, and the area falls within the North East region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in South Shields
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 South Shields
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for home ev chargers before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in South Shields or Tyne and Wear
- 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 South Shields
How much do home ev chargers cost in South Shields?
How many public EV chargers are there in South Shields?
Is there a grant for home ev chargers in South Shields?
The EV chargepoint grant pays 75% of the cost of a home charger in South Shields, 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 South Shields?
Do I need planning permission in South Shields?
How do I find a good installer in South Shields?
Get quotes for your home in South Shields
Up to three approved installers who cover South Shields 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.