Thurston
Suffolk residents living in properties which are not energy efficient, could be eligible for funding to make their homes warmer and reduce their energy bills, thanks to Warm Homes Suffolk.
At the end of November 2025, Suffolk County Council secured £1.38 million from the government’s Warm Homes Local Grant Fund.
Residents and landlords are urged to apply quickly, as the funding must be allocated by the end of March 2026.
The fund aims to provide free energy saving improvements to energy inefficient homes if residents are on a low income, receive certain benefits or live in a certain postcode area. This could be wall and loft insulation, solar panels or air source heat pumps.
To be eligible, Suffolk homes must:
Household income must usually be £36,000 a year or less - but if you earn more than that, you might still be eligible if either:
Once these conditions have been approved, an assessment of your home will identify which measures are best suited to your property. These will then be installed by trusted contactors, for free.
Shirley from Ipswich was supported through a previous Warm Homes Suffolk initiative, to have cavity wall insulation, electric storage heaters and solar panels fitted to her home, improving the Energy Performance Certificate rating from a D to an A:
“I really noticed the difference with the wall insulation and was immediately warmer. I’m very happy with the new modern storage heaters, I had tiny heaters before.
“Now I have solar panels, I’m looking forward to my electricity bill being lower. I’m very thankful for the installation.”
Councillor Richard Rout, Suffolk County Council’s Cabinet Member for Devolution, Local Government Reorganisation and NSIPs, said:
“Over recent years, Warm Homes Suffolk has made improvements to hundreds of properties, giving people warmer, safer homes and reducing their energy bills.
“We are constantly looking for ways to support our residents most in need, and securing the latest round of funding is evidence of that.
“But people must apply soon, as government has only given us a few months to distribute this funding.”
To check your eligibility, or to find out more about how Warm Homes Suffolk could help you, visit www.warmhomessuffolk.org or call the team on 03456 037 686.
For winter 2024/25 and spring 2025, £45,000 in funding has been allocated to expand the provision of winter warmth packs. These essential packs are a lifeline for vulnerable residents, particularly those affected by reductions in winter fuel payments.
This year, the initiative will prioritize individuals over 65, with at least £17,000 directed toward their needs. However, the Warm Homes Healthy People (WHHP) recognises the broader demand for support and will extend assistance to others in need as well. Referrals for the winter warmth packs are being coordinated by partner organizations across Suffolk, including community groups, food banks, healthcare teams, GP surgeries, and hospitals.
A 0% loan of up to £15,000 to fund energy efficiency improvements to your home such as upgrades to insulation, solar panels, batteries, glazing, or heat pumps?
For more information and to apply Suffolk Warm Homes Loans
The Loft Insulation Offer is now available. Receive a 50% discount (up to £200) and free delivery on orders of 200mm or 370mm wide eco-friendly, itch free thermal insulation rolls.
Find out more at Suffolk Loft Insulation Offer - Green Suffolk
The Cosy Homes scheme will offer up to £3,500 per property for a range of insulation methods. If you live in Mid Suffolk and have an EPC of D-G you may be eligible.
Check your eligibility at Mid Suffolk Cosy Homes
The Connected for Warmth programme provides fully funded energy efficiency measures for properties with an EPC of E, F and G and in receipt of a means tested benefit or income below £31,000. If you are a tenant, your landlord can get insulation measures installed for free.
Check if you can get free or cheaper insulation to reduce your home’s energy bills – including cavity wall, solid wall and loft insulation by applying for support from the Great British Insulation Scheme.
Through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, you could get an upfront grant to cover part of the cost of replacing oil, gas or electric heating systems with a heat pump and in some cases, biomass boilers.
Apply for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme: Overview - GOV.UK
Free Thermal Imaging for your property – Learn where your heat might be escaping and where to best focus your resources. To register for Thermal Imaging in February contact admin@thurstonparishcouncil.gov.uk
There are a huge number of people across the county working to make Suffolk more sustainable for its residents, wildlife and wild spaces. Find out what they do and how they can help you
Your first step towards better energy efficiency – Get a free/low cost energy efficiency assessment for your home
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An independent organisation who empower millions of householders every year to make better energy choices. Lots of information on;
To find out more Energy advice for your home - Energy Saving Trust
A charity supporting people and organisations across the UK to tackle the climate emergency and end the suffering caused by cold home.
For fact sheets and advice My home - Centre for Sustainable Energy
Tips and advice to help you look after your money, health and wellbeing and safety during the colder months.
Winter Matters - Suffolk County Council
