We continue to develop a network of public charging points to encourage the use of EVs in Calderdale. This will help support our climate change and air quality objectives to achieve our carbon net zero target by 2038.
We want to:
- create a healthier, greener and cleaner environment.
- encourage the use of EVs over petrol or diesel ones.
Low emissions vehicles, such as electric cars will help with our aims to.
- Cut air pollution and CO2 emissions from road transport as they emit zero exhaust emissions.
- Reduce noise pollution as they are quieter to run.
Funds for charge points has been awarded by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV)
We are working with West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) on the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Project. This will see more charge points in Calderdale over the next few years.
For more details, please visit: Have your say (WYCA).
Where to find charge points
Brighouse
| Location | Post code | Type | Shared with Taxis | Chargers | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel Street Car Park | HD6 1FB | Rapid | Yes | 1 | GeniePoint |
| Parsonage Lane car park | HD6 1JR | Rapid | Yes | 1 | GeniePoint |
Elland
| Location | Post code | Type | Shared with Taxis | Chargers | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timber Street Car Park | HX5 0EA | Rapid | Yes | 1 | GeniePoint |
Halifax
| Location | Post code | Type | Shared with Taxis | Chargers | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Street Car Park | HX1 2ST | Rapid | Yes | 1 | GeniePoint |
| St Johns Lane Car Park | HX1 2QQ | Rapid | Yes | 1 | GeniePoint |
| North Bridge Car Park | HX1 6TE | Rapid | Yes | 1 | GeniePoint |
| Haugh Shaw Road Car Park | HX1 3BG | Rapid | Yes | 1 | GeniePoint |
| Manor Heath Road Car Park | HX1 0AB | Fast | No | 2 | Blink |
Hebden Bridge
| Location | Post code | Type | Shared with Taxis | Chargers | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Place Car Park | HX7 7BL | Rapid | Yes | 1 | GeniePoint |
| Bridge Lanes Car Park | HX7 6AQ | Fast | No | 2 | Blink |
Heptonstall
| Location | Post code | Type | Shared with Taxis | Chargers | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acres Lane (On-street) | HX7 7LT | Fast | No | 1 | Blink |
Hipperholme
| Location | Post code | Type | Shared with Taxis | Chargers | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Road Car Park | HX3 8AA | Fast | No | 3 | Blink |
Northowram
| Location | Post code | Type | Shared with Taxis | Chargers | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Towngate car park | HX3 7EF | Fast | no | 3 | Blink |
Sowerby Bridge
| Location | Post code | Type | Shared with Taxis | Chargers | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Street Car Park | HX6 3AN | Rapid | Yes | 1 | GeniePoint |
| Station Road (On-street) | HX6 3AB | Fast | no | 2 | Blink |
Todmorden
| Location | Post code | Type | Shared with Taxis | Chargers | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Lane Car Park | OL14 5AG | Rapid | Yes | 1 | GeniePoint |
- For more about specific car parks, please see: Car parks and on-street parking.
Types of chargers
The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) provides funds to support the use of electric vehicles.
Rapid chargers (GeniePoint)
OZEV funds were used to help the uptake of Ultra Low Emissions Vehicles (ULEV) taxis.
- In 2020, 10 chargers installed.
- Each point can charge two vehicles at the same time (24/7).
- Taxis/Private Hire vehicles can use both bays.
- The public can only use the non-taxi bay.
- Takes under one hour to give around 80% charge.
Fast chargers (Blink)
OZEV funds were used for the On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme (ORCS) and to install 13 Blink chargepoints.
- The public can use these bays (24/7).
- Takes 4 - 6 hours for a full charge.
Please note: You must create an account via the operator's website or app. To download the app, visit:
For prices and how to use guides, visit:
Report a fault
If you find a fault or have an issue with a charger, report it directly to the operator.
GeniePoint
- Phone: 020 3598 4087.
- Email: geniesupport@equans.com.
Blink
- Phone: 0330 111 0076.
- Email: Support.uk@Blinkcharging.com.
Charging points in the UK
For a real time view of their status and connection options, visit: Zap Map.
Enforcement of electric vehicle charging bays
Our Civil Enforcement Officers (CEOs) will enforce the use of the bays where there is a:
- Traffic Regulation Order (TRO);
- or Parking Places Order (PPO) in force.
A Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) will be issued to:
- vehicles not classified as an electric taxi that are parked in taxi only bays.
- any vehicle parked or waiting in an electric vehicle charging bay, but not actively charging.
Currently, if actively charging, you do not need a ticket or an active cashless session in place.
Charging your EV on the highway outside your home
- We do not permit the installation of cable channels or gullies in the footway.
- Cables for charging vehicles cannot be trailed across the footway.
This is in line with the Highways Act 1980 section 178 clause (1).
We are working with the WYCA to review this and other on-street charging solutions.
We are drafting a policy to support the development of our EVCP infrastructure. Until that time public charge points can be used.
Funding schemes
- For details, please visit: Zero emission and electric vehicles (GOV.UK).
Our Electric Vehicle Policy/Strategy
This will be published here, but we are still working on it.