EV Charger Installation in Edinburgh.
Edinburgh installs split between New Town/Stockbridge tenement parking (handled case-by-case) and suburban driveways in Corstorphine, Morningside and Cramond. SP Energy Networks DNO notifications are fast.
- Typical install cost
- £650 - £1,050 (after EST grant)
- Population covered
- 525,000
What's different about installing in Edinburgh.
- 01DNO is SP Energy Networks - 7kW notifications cleared in 5-8 working days.
- 02EST grant: up to £400 toward install costs for eligible Scottish households.
- 03Conservation Area properties (much of EH1-EH3) need pre-approved cable routing.
EV adoption: Scotland's Energy Saving Trust grant stacks on top of OZEV, making EH-postcode installs among the cheapest in the UK.
Choosing an installer in Edinburgh.
- STEP 01
Shortlist your charger
Use our comparison tool to pick the unit that fits your EV, parking and budget.
- STEP 02
Get 2-3 local quotes
Ask OZEV-approved installers covering EH for a fixed price on your shortlisted unit.
- STEP 03
Book your install
Compare quotes on like-for-like specs. Most home installs complete within 2-4 weeks.
FAQ - Edinburgh EV charger installs.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Edinburgh?+
Typical home installs in Edinburgh fall between £650 - £1,050 (after EST grant) for a standard 7kW unit on an off-street driveway with cable runs under 10m. Three-phase 22kW jobs, longer cable runs, or consumer unit upgrades add £150-£600.
Which postcodes do you cover in Lothian?+
Our installer panel covers the full EH postcode area, including Stockbridge, Morningside, Corstorphine, Bruntsfield.
How long does an installation take?+
Most 7kW home installs complete in 3-6 hours on the day. From enquiry to install is typically 2-4 weeks, depending on DNO notification time and installer availability.
Are your installers OZEV-approved?+
Yes - every installer on our panel holds OZEV (formerly OLEV) authorisation, NICEIC or NAPIT registration, and £2m public liability insurance as a minimum.
Do I need permission from my landlord or freeholder?+
If you rent or live in a flat in Edinburgh, you'll usually need written consent from your landlord or freeholder. We can supply a template letter to make the request straightforward.