Insulation in Loughborough
£473 to £7,367 installed, and 45% of homes in the council area rated EPC D to G.
What insulation costs in Loughborough
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.
Loughborough in numbers
Published statistics for the Charnwood council area, not our estimates.
45% of homes with an EPC in the Charnwood council area are rated D to G, and the median energy score is 70, which is band C. 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.
| Charnwood council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 45% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Median EPC energy score | 70 (band C) | 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 | 83.3% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Electricity network operator | National Grid Electricity Distribution (East Midlands) | NESO licence area boundaries |
These are published official statistics for the Charnwood council area, which covers Loughborough, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Loughborough a good place for insulation?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to insulation installations throughout Loughborough. Combined with East Midlands’s energy prices, insulation installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Loughborough has a population of 64,860, and the area falls within the East Midlands region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Loughborough
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 Loughborough
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for insulation before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Loughborough or Leicestershire
- 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 insulation in Loughborough
How much does insulation cost in Loughborough?
How energy efficient are homes in Loughborough?
Is there a grant for insulation in Loughborough?
The Warm Homes: Local Grant may fund insulation and low-carbon heating in Loughborough 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 Loughborough?
Do I need planning permission in Loughborough?
How do I find a good installer in Loughborough?
Get quotes for your home in Loughborough
Up to three approved installers who cover Loughborough 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.