Charging at home costs a fraction of public charger rates — roughly 7-10p per kWh on an off-peak tariff versus 50-80p at a public unit. Over a year, that saving adds up to hundreds of pounds. If your Southwark property has off-street parking or a dedicated space, a home EV charger is the obvious next step.
F & A Electrical installs home EV chargers across Southwark — from period terraces in Camberwell and Peckham to new-build apartments around Elephant and Castle. NICEIC approved, Part P certified, from £700.
Southwark property types and EV charging
Period terraces (Camberwell, Peckham, East Dulwich): Many have front gardens or driveways that make wall-mounted charger installation straightforward. Cable runs from the consumer unit to the front of the property are typically 5-10 metres.
New-build developments (Elephant and Castle, Old Kent Road corridor): Purpose-built blocks often have dedicated parking with electrical infrastructure already in place. We install chargers in underground car parks and designated bays, coordinating with building management where needed.
Ex-council estates: Where you have a dedicated parking space near your property, a charger can be wall-mounted or post-mounted. We advise on the approval process with your council or housing association.
Mixed-use buildings: Some Southwark properties, particularly around Borough and Bermondsey, are in mixed commercial/residential buildings. These sometimes have three-phase supplies which can support faster charging if needed.
What we install
We fit 7kW untethered or tethered chargers from Easee, Ohme, Hypervolt, and Zappi. All are OZEV-approved and smart-enabled for off-peak scheduling via an app.
- Untethered — socket-based, works with any EV Type 2 cable. Neater on the wall.
- Tethered — cable permanently attached for grab-and-go convenience.
Most Southwark homes have a single-phase supply supporting 7kW, which adds roughly 30 miles of range per hour — easily a full charge overnight.
Installation process
- Survey — we assess your supply, consumer unit capacity, and best cable route
- DNO notification — we notify UKPN if your total load requires it (we handle this for you)
- Installation — dedicated 32A circuit from consumer unit to charger, protected by its own RCBO. Typical install: 3-5 hours.
- Certification — Part P compliance certificate and Electrical Installation Certificate for the new circuit
Costs
| Scenario | Typical cost (inc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Standard install (charger within 5m of consumer unit) | £700 – £950 |
| Extended cable run (5-15m) | £950 – £1,200 |
| Complex install (long run, consumer unit upgrade needed) | £1,200 – £1,500 |
Prices include charger unit, materials, labour, NICEIC certification, and Part P notification.
Full guide: Home EV Charger Installation London Guide
Southwark areas we cover
- SE1 — Borough, Bermondsey, Waterloo, Southwark
- SE5 — Camberwell
- SE15 — Peckham, Nunhead
- SE16 — Rotherhithe, Surrey Quays
- SE17 — Walworth, Elephant and Castle
- SE21 — Dulwich
- SE22 — East Dulwich
- SE24 — Herne Hill
Also: EV charger Camden | EV charger Tower Hamlets
Why choose F & A Electrical
- NICEIC accredited — full Part P self-certification
- OZEV-approved installer
- Experience across all Southwark property types
- Fixed-price quotes — no hidden extras
- Fully insured to £5M public liability
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Phone: 07407 627542 | Email: info@faelectrical.co.uk | Contact form
F & A Electrical — NICEIC accredited, Part P registered. EV charger installation across Southwark, Camden, Hackney, Islington, Tower Hamlets.