🏡 Why EV Charging is a Game-Changer
More guests are travelling with EVs—and actively choosing properties with charging.
👉 Listings with EV charging can:
- 📈 Increase bookings
- 💷 Add a new revenue stream
- ⭐ Improve guest experience
💸 How Much Can You Charge?
Typical pricing:
- ⚡ £0.40–£0.70 per kWh
- 🚗 £10–£25 per full charge
📊 Revenue Examples
🟢 Conservative Usage
- 2 charges per week
- £12 per charge
👉 ~£1,200 per year
🔵 Moderate Usage
- 5 charges per week
- £15 per charge
👉 ~£3,900 per year
🔴 High-Traffic Property
- 2 charges per day
- £18 per charge
👉 £10,000+ per year
💡 Profit Potential
If your electricity costs ~£0.10/kWh (off-peak):
👉 Profit margin per charge = £8–£15
🔌 What You Need
- 💳 Tap-to-pay EV charger
- 📊 Built-in MID meter (for accurate billing)
- 🌐 Internet connectivity (Ethernet preferred for reliability)
- 🏢 Durable, commercial-grade hardware
🚀 Pro Tip
Position your property as:
👉 “EV-friendly accommodation”
This alone can:
- Increase visibility
- Justify higher nightly rates
- Attract premium guests
🔑 Final Thought
EV charging isn’t just an add-on anymore—it’s a serious revenue stream for holiday lets.