The London Borough of Harrow plans to deploy 500 curbside electric vehicle chargers on residential streets, targeting households without access to private driveways. The rollout is being carried out in partnership with UK charging provider char.gy and focuses on lamp-post-mounted units designed for convenient home-area charging.
So far, 225 chargers have been installed and are operational, with a further 275 scheduled to be deployed by October 2028. The initiative aims to make overnight charging accessible to urban residents who rely on street parking.
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The lamp-column chargers are low-power systems intended for long-duration charging sessions, such as overnight use. This approach suits dense neighborhoods where vehicles typically remain parked for extended periods. Harrow council said the units will operate on 100% renewable electricity and offer variable pricing, including lower overnight tariffs.
“We’re putting residents first by making it easier to charge electric vehicles where people actually live,” said Councillor David Ashton, cabinet member for finance and highways. “More on-street charging means less time searching for a plug and more confidence for drivers every day.”
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char.gy Chief Executive John Lewis said the expansion would support drivers transitioning to electric mobility. “This expansion will make a real difference for everyday drivers: people who live without a driveway, those switching to electric for the first time, and anyone who wants reliable, affordable charging close to home,” he said.
The project forms part of Harrow’s broader climate strategy and builds on more than 100 on-street chargers installed under earlier government-supported initiatives, including the On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme. Officials say expanding public charging access is key to accelerating electric vehicle adoption in densely populated urban areas.