Smarter EV charging, thoughtfully built into your Hopkins home
Buying a new home with an electric vehicle charger already fitted means you can charge a compatible electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle from home without arranging a separate installation after you move in.
Selected Hopkins homes include a smart EV charger from Ohme or Rolec, depending on the development, housetype and individual plot. It is part of our wider approach to creating homes that combine enduring character and craftsmanship with practical features designed around modern life.
What are the benefits of a fitted EV charger?
Where an EV charger is included in the specification of a Hopkins home, the equipment is already in place when you move in.
This means you can avoid the time and disruption involved in finding an installer, arranging electrical work and deciding where the charger should be positioned later.
For existing electric vehicle drivers, it provides a convenient way to charge at home without relying entirely on public charging points. Even if you do not currently own an electric vehicle, having a charger fitted means your home is better prepared should your needs change in the future.
Depending on the charger provided, smart home charging may allow you to:
- Schedule charging around your routine.
- Manage charging through a compatible app.
- Prioritise charging during lower-cost periods where your tariff allows.
- Review information about energy use and previous charging sessions.
- Charge immediately when your plans change.
Available features vary between charger manufacturers, models, vehicles and electricity tariffs.
How does smart EV charging work?
Once your charger and compatible app have been set up, you can plug in your vehicle and manage when it charges.
Depending on the charger, you may be able to choose how much charge you need and when you would like your vehicle to be ready. The charger can then create a schedule based on your preferences and, where compatible, your electricity tariff.
This allows your vehicle to charge while it is parked at home and be ready for the morning commute, school run or a longer journey.
If your tariff offers cheaper electricity at certain times, smart charging may help you make use of those periods. Any potential saving will depend on your tariff, vehicle, battery level, charging routine and app settings, so lower costs cannot be guaranteed.
Does an EV charger need home Wi-Fi?
This depends on the charger fitted.
Ohme chargers use a built-in mobile connection, so they do not need to connect to your home Wi-Fi network.
Rolec chargers offer different connectivity options depending on the model, which may include 4G, Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
Your Hopkins Homes Sales Executive can confirm which charger is included with the home you are considering, while the manufacturer’s instructions will explain how it should be connected and set up.
Thoughtfully incorporated into your home
At Hopkins Homes, thoughtful design is about more than the appearance of a property. It also means considering the practical details that can make everyday life easier.
By incorporating EV charging into the specification of selected homes, it becomes an established feature of the property rather than an alteration you may need to arrange later.
Depending on the development, housetype and plot, EV charging may sit alongside features such as energy-efficient construction, air source heat pumps, underfloor heating and other technology designed to support comfortable, modern living.
These features reflect our wider commitment to creating beautifully crafted homes where traditional character, thoughtful design and modern functionality work together.
Explore our developments and speak to our Sales Executives about the specification available at the development, housetype or plot you are considering.
Frequently asked questions
Which EV charger will be fitted to my Hopkins home?
Selected homes may include an Ohme or Rolec smart EV charger. The manufacturer and model will depend on the development, housetype and individual plot.
Is an EV charger included with every Hopkins home?
No. Specifications vary between developments, housetypes and plots. Your Sales Executive can confirm whether a charger is included with your chosen home.
Do I need to own an electric vehicle now?
No. The charger can remain ready for future use should you choose an electric or compatible plug-in hybrid vehicle later.
Will smart charging always save me money?
No. Any saving will depend on your electricity tariff, vehicle, charger, charging requirements and settings.
Specifications vary between developments, housetypes and individual plots. Please speak to your Hopkins Homes Sales Executive to confirm whether an EV charger is included with your chosen home and which manufacturer and model is provided. Charger type, vehicle compatibility, app functionality, smart charging features, tariff compatibility, connectivity and potential charging costs depend on the equipment and services available at the time of use.