EV Charger Installation in Oldham
Home EV charger installation by OLEV-approved installers. Pair with solar panels and charge your electric vehicle for free. Our MCS-certified engineers cover Oldham and the wider Greater Manchester area, with 190+ local installations completed.
190+
Local Installations
850-900 kWh/kWp/yr
Avg Solar Yield
2030
Net Zero Target
£210,000
Average House Price
242,087
Population
~97,000
Households
£210,000
Avg House Price
850-900 kWh/kWp/yr
Solar Yield
2030
Net Zero Target
3.4 hrs/day avg
Sun Hours
First UK council with Green New Deal plans
EV Chargers in Oldham — Why It Works
Oldham was the first UK council to set out Green New Deal plans. Saddleworth's premium stone-built properties average £357,000 — over four times central Oldham's £85,000. Oldham Community Power has installed 220kW of solar on schools and community buildings, becoming GM's largest community energy generator. Victorian mill-town terraces present excellent south-facing roof runs.
Planning & Installation Notes
Climate emergency declared September 2019. Most ambitious targets in GM: council net zero 2025, borough 2030. First UK council with Green New Deal plans. Northern Roots 160-acre urban eco-park includes solar array and battery storage plans. Saddleworth is the most conservation-restricted area in GM — 21+ designated conservation areas covering Uppermill, Delph, Dobcross, Diggle, Greenfield, and the Tame Valley hamlets, with approximately 500 listed buildings. Pre-application advice strongly recommended for any Saddleworth solar project.
Oldham has a population of 242,087 across approximately ~97,000 households, making it one of the larger urban areas in Greater Manchester. With average property values at £210,000 and a council net-zero target of 2030, the economics and policy environment both point strongly toward renewable energy adoption.
Electric vehicle uptake is accelerating across Greater Manchester. Oldham's growing public charging network is a positive sign, but public chargers cost 55–80p/kWh compared to 7–10p/kWh on an overnight home tariff — and virtually £0/kWh when charged from your own solar panels. The financial case for a home EV charger in Oldham is overwhelming for any driver covering more than 5,000 miles per year.
The OZEV grant (up to £350) covers a substantial portion of installation cost for most Oldham properties. Eligibility requirements are simple: dedicated off-street parking and an existing or on-order electric vehicle. Our OZEV-approved installers handle the application on your behalf — you don't need to contact OZEV directly.
First UK council with Green New Deal plans. A property in Oldham with solar panels, a battery, and a smart EV charger achieves a genuine home energy trifecta: generating, storing, and consuming all three at close to zero marginal cost. Solar charges the battery during the day; the battery charges the car in the evening; the car drives the next day on yesterday's sunshine.
Installation time for a home EV charger in Oldham is typically just 2–4 hours for a standard garage wall or driveway post installation. All our chargers include 3G/WiFi connectivity, smart scheduling, and app control as standard. For Zappi owners, the MyEnergi app shows live solar divert status — you can see exactly how many pence per hour you're saving by charging from the roof rather than the grid.
OZEV-approved grant available (up to £350)
Charge from solar for free
Smart scheduling and app control
All major EV brands supported
3-year installation warranty
Same-day quotes available
How EV Chargers Works in Oldham
Free Home Assessment
We check your existing consumer unit capacity, earthing, and cable routes. If you're claiming the OZEV grant (up to £350), we confirm eligibility and handle the paperwork — you don't need to do anything.
Charger Selection
We recommend the best charger for your car and setup: Zappi for solar owners, Ohme for smart tariff scheduling, Hypervolt or Wallbox for general use. All options include 3G/WiFi connectivity and smart scheduling.
Installation Day
A single engineer typically completes EV charger installation in 2–4 hours, running cable from the consumer unit to your chosen location (garage wall, driveway post, or car port). The unit is commissioned and tested before we leave.
Smart Setup
We configure the charger's app, set up any solar divert settings (Zappi only), and show you how to schedule charging for cheapest overnight rates. OZEV grant is deducted from your invoice.
Areas We Cover in Oldham
Postcode districts: M35, OL1, OL2, OL3, OL4, OL8, OL9
Property Types & Solar Suitability in Oldham
Oldham's Pennine-edge location features diverse stock from Saddleworth's premium gritstone villages (21+ conservation areas) to Chadderton's Victorian terraces. Saddleworth is the most conservation-restricted area in Greater Manchester.
Saddleworth villages
OL3
Pennine gritstone villages — 18th/19th century weavers' cottages, stone terraces, Victorian detached
Avg Price
£364,000
Roof
Natural slate and stone flags
EPC
D–G
21+ conservation areas, ~500 listed buildings — most restrictive in GM. Pre-application advice strongly recommended
Shaw
OL2
Late Victorian/Edwardian red-brick terraces, 1930s semis on periphery
Avg Price
£248,000
Roof
Slate on Victorian, concrete tile on later
EPC
D
Royton
OL2
Victorian terraces near centre, 1930s–60s semis on suburban estates
Avg Price
£248,000
Roof
Slate and concrete tile
EPC
D
Chadderton
OL9
Victorian/Edwardian terraces and 1930s–60s semi-detached housing
Avg Price
£200,000
Roof
Slate and concrete tile
EPC
D
Failsworth
M35
Predominantly Victorian/Edwardian terraces, some post-war semis
Avg Price
£230,000
Roof
Slate on Victorian, concrete tile on post-war
EPC
D
Oldham Council's Solar Investment
Oldham Community Power has installed 220 kWp across 5 primary schools and 1 community centre, using AUO Green Triplex panels and providing ~90% of schools' electricity.
220
Solar Panels Installed
Beever Primary School
Capacity: Part of 220 kWp total
Blackshaw Primary School
Mather Street Primary School
Medlock Valley Primary School
Whitegate End Primary School
NEON Hub Community Centre
Schools in Oldham Already Running on Solar
These school installations demonstrate that the rooftops, planning permissions, and economics all work in Oldham. If schools can generate enough to offset term-time electricity costs, a south-facing family home will perform even better.
| School | System | Year | Programme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beever Primary School | — | — | Oldham Community Power |
| Blackshaw Primary School | — | — | Oldham Community Power |
| Mather Street Primary School | — | — | Oldham Community Power |
| Medlock Valley Primary School | — | — | Oldham Community Power |
| Whitegate End Primary School | — | — | Oldham Community Power |
Typical EV Chargers Installations in Oldham
Every property in Oldham is different. Below are three representative installation profiles for the most common house types in the area — showing the system specification, the neighbourhood, and the projected annual saving. Your free survey will produce a report specific to your property.
Property Type
Pennine gritstone villages — 18th/19th century weavers' cottages
System Specified
Zappi 7.4 kW, solar divert, weatherproof driveway post
Projected Saving
£960/year vs public charging at 65p/kWh
Property Type
Late Victorian/Edwardian red-brick terraces
System Specified
Ohme ePod 7.4 kW, Octopus Intelligent scheduling, garage wall mount
Projected Saving
£820/year vs petrol equivalent
Property Type
Victorian terraces near centre
System Specified
Hypervolt 7.4 kW, tethered cable, app control, OZEV grant claimed
Projected Saving
£350 OZEV grant; £740/year vs public charging
Savings figures are indicative estimates based on current energy prices and 850-900 kWh/kWp/yr solar yield for Oldham. Actual results depend on system specification and household consumption profile.
Electric Vehicle Charging in Oldham
Oldham currently has ~72 public charge points — ~30 per 100,000 residents. Below GM average; growing network
Pairing a home EV charger with solar panels means charging your electric vehicle entirely from self-generated power — effectively zero pence per mile. Our OZEV-approved installers can survey your property, apply for the up-to-£350 grant, and complete the installation in a single visit.
EV charger installation in Oldham~72
Public Charge Points
~30
Per 100k Residents
Up to £350
OZEV Grant Available
~£0/mile
Cost to Charge (Solar)
Average Property Prices Across Oldham
Property values in Oldham vary significantly by postcode. Solar panel installation typically adds 4–14% to home value according to the Energy Saving Trust — a meaningful uplift across every price bracket below.
| Postcode | Area | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| M35 | Failsworth | £230k |
| OL1 | Oldham centre/Werneth | £189k |
| OL2 | Royton/Shaw | £205k |
| OL3 | Saddleworth villages | £364k |
| OL4 | Grasscroft/Lydgate | £220k |
| OL8 | Bardsley/Coldhurst | £182k |
| OL9 | Chadderton | £200k |
EV Chargers Cost in Oldham
Fixed-price quotes with no hidden costs. All prices include VAT, installation, and commissioning. Finance available from 0% — keeping monthly payments below your energy bill saving from day one.
Zappi 7.4 kW
From £499*
*OZEV grant applied by us at point of sale
- Solar divert — free charging
- MyEnergi app
- 3G/WiFi connectivity
- 3-year warranty
- *after £350 OZEV grant
Ohme ePod 7.4 kW
From £549*
*OZEV grant applied by us at point of sale
- Octopus Intelligent scheduling
- Smart tariff switching
- App control
- 3-year warranty
- *after £350 OZEV grant
Hypervolt Home 3
From £599*
*OZEV grant applied by us at point of sale
- Smart scheduling
- Power sharing capable
- App control
- 3-year warranty
- *after £350 OZEV grant
Finance available — 0% to 14.9% APR
Most customers keep monthly payments below their monthly energy bill saving. Use our finance calculator for instant estimates.
The Oldham Team Behind Every Installation
MCS Certified
Every installation is carried out by MCS-certified engineers — the legal requirement for SEG payments and BUS grant eligibility. Our certificate number is available on request.
190+ Local Installs
We've completed 190+ installations across Oldham and Greater Manchester. Our engineers know local planning teams, roof types, and grid connection processes.
4.9/5 Rating
Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 48 verified reviews. Our engineers are measured on quality, punctuality, and post-installation support — not just speed.
12+ Years Experience
Trading since 2012. 11,000+ systems installed across the UK. Tesla Energy Powerwall certified — one of fewer than 50 Certified Installers in Britain.
Get a Free Quote in Oldham
Our Oldham team will survey your property, design the right system, and provide a detailed fixed-price quote with projected savings — completely free.
Plan Your EV Chargers Project
Common Questions About EV Chargers in Oldham
Yes — we cover Oldham and the wider Greater Manchester area. Our MCS-certified engineers are based locally and can typically arrange a free survey within 5–7 working days. We've completed over 260 installations across the North West. Call 0800 099 6606 or complete our online form and we'll call you back the same working day.
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