London Borough Installs 500 Curbside EV Chargers

Harrow partners with UK provider char.gy to expand access to on-street charging for residents without home options.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The London Borough of Harrow is installing 500 new curbside EV chargers across the borough, targeting residents who don't have access to off-street parking. The chargers are being deployed in partnership with UK charging provider char.gy and will primarily be mounted on existing lamp posts along residential streets.

Why it matters

Curbside charging is one of the biggest missing pieces of EV adoption in dense cities, where millions of drivers park on the street. This expansion in Harrow aims to make it easier for people to charge their EVs outside their homes, which is crucial for driving wider EV adoption, especially among renters and those living in multifamily dwellings.

The details

So far, 225 curbside EV chargers are live, with another 275 scheduled for installation in the London borough by October 2028. The lamp-column chargers are low-powered units designed for overnight or long-stay charging, making them well-suited for urban neighborhoods where drivers park on the street. Harrow council says all the new chargers run on 100% renewable electricity and offer variable pricing, including cheaper overnight rates for residents.

  • As of February 2026, 225 curbside EV chargers are live in the London Borough of Harrow.
  • An additional 275 curbside EV chargers are scheduled for installation in Harrow by October 2028.

The players

Harrow Council

The local government authority responsible for installing the 500 curbside EV chargers in the London Borough of Harrow.

char.gy

A UK-based charging provider that is partnering with Harrow Council to deploy the curbside EV chargers, primarily mounted on existing lamp posts.

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What they’re saying

“We're putting residents first by making it easier to charge electric vehicles where people actually live. More on‑street charging means less time searching for a plug and more confidence for drivers every day.”

— Councillor David Ashton, Harrow's cabinet member for finance and highways

“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.”

— John Lewis, CEO, char.gy

What’s next

The remaining 275 curbside EV chargers are scheduled for installation in the London Borough of Harrow by October 2028.

The takeaway

This project in Harrow tackles the crucial barrier of access to charging infrastructure for EV drivers who don't have the option of home charging, which is a key step towards driving wider EV adoption, especially among renters and those living in dense urban areas.