Infrared panels in Swindon
£155 to £2,152 installed, and 39% of homes in the council area rated EPC D to G.
What infrared heating costs in Swindon
1–2 panels
£155–£378
We don’t publish a saving figure for this upgrade.
3–5 panels (most common)
£417–£882
We don’t publish a saving figure for this upgrade.
6+ panels
£1,095–£2,152
We don’t publish a saving figure for this upgrade.
Source: Home Energy Quotes Cost Index, costs modelled June 2026, savings at the October to December 2026 price cap. Prices are estimates and include installation and VAT. Actual costs may vary.
Swindon in numbers
Published statistics for the Swindon council area, not our estimates.
At the 2021 Census, 9.4% of households in the Swindon council area used electric heating only and 78.6% mains gas only. 39% of homes with an EPC in the Swindon council area are rated D to G, and the median energy score is 71, which is band C.
| Swindon council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Households on electric heating only | 9.4% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 78.6% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 39% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Median EPC energy score | 71 (band C) | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Electricity network operator | SSEN Distribution (Southern England) | NESO licence area boundaries |
These are published official statistics for the Swindon council area, which covers Swindon, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Swindon a good place for infrared panels?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to infrared panels installations throughout Swindon. Combined with South West’s energy prices, infrared panels installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Swindon has a population of 183,680, and the area falls within the South West region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Swindon
We recommend getting at least 3 quotes from qualified installers before making a decision. Check reviews, ask for local references, and make sure warranties are clearly stated in writing.
What to check before hiring an installer in Swindon
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for infrared panels before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Swindon or Wiltshire
- Reviews — check online reviews before committing
- Warranty — product and workmanship warranties should be clearly stated in writing
- 3 quotes minimum — we recommend comparing at least three quotes to ensure you get a fair price
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Last reviewed: . Costs are modelled estimates from the Home Energy Quotes Cost Index — see how we calculate them. Grant rates are checked against GOV.UK.