Home insulation in Derby
£473 to £7,367 installed, and 54% of homes in the council area rated EPC D to G.
What insulation costs in Derby
Loft only
£473–£1,128
Saves up to £233 a year. Pays back in about 3 years.
Loft + cavity walls (most common)
£1,860–£4,436
Saves up to £478 a year. Pays back in about 6 years.
Full package
£3,089–£7,367
Saves up to £546 a year. Pays back in about 9 years.
Source: Home Energy Quotes Cost Index, costs modelled September 2026, savings at the October to December 2026 price cap. Prices are estimates and include installation and VAT. Actual costs may vary.
Derby in numbers
Published statistics for the Derby council area, not our estimates.
54% of homes with an EPC in the Derby council area are rated D to G, and the median energy score is 67, which is band D. The council is part of a Warm Homes: Local Grant consortium led by Midlands Net Zero Hub, allocated £69,859,402 in principle across the consortium for April 2025 to March 2028.
| Derby council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 54% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Median EPC energy score | 67 (band D) | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Warm Homes: Local Grant, 2025 to 2028 | £69,859,402 to the consortium led by Midlands Net Zero Hub | DESNZ, list updated July 2026 |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 81.3% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Electricity network operator | National Grid Electricity Distribution (East Midlands) | NESO licence area boundaries |
These are published official statistics for the Derby council area, which covers Derby, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Derby a good place for home insulation?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to home insulation installations throughout Derby. Combined with Midlands’s energy prices, home insulation installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Derby has a population of 257,000, and the area falls within the Midlands region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Derby
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 Derby
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for home insulation before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Derby or Derbyshire
- 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
Questions about home insulation in Derby
How much does home insulation cost in Derby?
How energy efficient are homes in Derby?
Is there a grant for home insulation in Derby?
The Warm Homes: Local Grant may fund insulation and low-carbon heating in Derby for homes in England with an EPC rating of D to G, where household income is usually £36,000 or less or someone receives certain benefits.
How long is the payback period in Derby?
Do I need planning permission in Derby?
How do I find a good installer in Derby?
Get quotes for your home in Derby
Up to three approved installers who cover Derby may contact you. Free, no obligation.
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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.