A fairer, greener future for EV charging in communal living
British Gas and Zaptec have introduced the UK’s first Communal EV charging tariff, giving residents in flats, tower blocks and shared developments access to lower, fairer charging costs while reducing infrastructure expenses for landlords, councils and housing associations. The tariff is available exclusively with Zaptec Pro and Zaptec Go 2 chargers
For many years, residents in flats and shared buildings have missed out on the benefits of affordable electric vehicle charging.
Homeowners with driveways have enjoyed low overnight tariffs and predictable costs, while those living in communal developments have faced higher commercial rates and limited charging access. This has slowed EV adoption and created a clear inequality between property types.
“Affordable EV charging is no longer reserved for people with driveways. It is now available to residents in flats and shared communities across the UK.”
A new national pilot from British Gas and Zaptec aims to close that gap. It introduces the UK’s first Communal EV charging tariff tailored specifically for housing associations, councils and private landlords. The goal is simple: make EV charging greener, fairer and accessible to everyone, not just those with private parking.
Under the pilot, residents can expect charging rates of around 22p/kWh in the day and 15p/kWh overnight, compared with an average public charging cost of 71p/kWh according to Zapmap’s national charging price index.* These savings of more than 50% give tenants a realistic and affordable alternative to public networks. Landlords and property owners also benefit with shared infrastructure costs falling sharply from around £400 per month to around £40 per month.* This removes one of the biggest financial barriers to installing communal charging.
The tariff is available exclusively with Zaptec Pro and Zaptec Go 2 chargers. Both are designed for multi-resident environments and single-cable installations, making them suitable for retrofits and new developments. They operate using a dedicated three-phase meter, creating a clean and manageable installation pathway for housing providers.
The tariff is available exclusively with Zaptec Pro and Zaptec Go 2 chargers
To maintain fairness, a 15% profit cap has been built into the model, and standing charges are expected to remain consistent with a site’s existing tariff. For housing associations, councils and landlords, this creates a practical route to modernise stock and support tenant needs. Grants and funding remain available to help accelerate installation, and the pilot will gather insights that shape the final nationwide product.
Most importantly, this is a shift in accessibility. Affordable EV charging is no longer limited to people with driveways. It is now available to residents in flats and shared communities across the country, helping drive EV adoption where it has lagged most.
*Source: British Gas and Zaptec pilot release *Zapmap index referenced within release and pilot materials.
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