Home insulation in Sheffield
£463 to £7,215 installed, and 49% of homes in the council area rated EPC D to G.
What insulation costs in Sheffield
Loft only
£463–£1,105
Saves up to £233 a year. Pays back in about 3 years.
Loft + cavity walls (most common)
£1,822–£4,345
Saves up to £478 a year. Pays back in about 6 years.
Full package
£3,026–£7,215
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.
Sheffield in numbers
Published statistics for the Sheffield council area, not our estimates.
49% of homes with an EPC in the Sheffield council area are rated D to G, and the median energy score is 69, which is band C. Sheffield has £4,006,008 of Warm Homes: Local Grant funding allocated in principle for April 2025 to March 2028.
| Sheffield council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 49% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Median EPC energy score | 69 (band C) | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Warm Homes: Local Grant, 2025 to 2028 | £4,006,008 allocated to Sheffield | DESNZ, list updated July 2026 |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 79.2% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Electricity network operator | Northern Powergrid (Yorkshire) | NESO licence area boundaries |
These are published official statistics for the Sheffield council area, which covers Sheffield, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Sheffield a good place for home insulation?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to home insulation installations throughout Sheffield. Combined with Yorkshire’s energy prices, home insulation installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Sheffield has a population of 584,000, and the area falls within the Yorkshire region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Sheffield
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 Sheffield
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for home insulation before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Sheffield or South Yorkshire
- 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 Sheffield
How much does home insulation cost in Sheffield?
How energy efficient are homes in Sheffield?
Is there a grant for home insulation in Sheffield?
The Warm Homes: Local Grant may fund insulation and low-carbon heating in Sheffield 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 Sheffield?
Do I need planning permission in Sheffield?
How do I find a good installer in Sheffield?
Get quotes for your home in Sheffield
Up to three approved installers who cover Sheffield 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.