Insulation in South Shields
£454 to £7,063 installed, and 49% of homes in the council area rated EPC D to G.
What insulation costs in South Shields
Loft only
£454–£1,082
Saves up to £233 a year. Pays back in about 3 years.
Loft + cavity walls (most common)
£1,784–£4,253
Saves up to £478 a year. Pays back in about 6 years.
Full package
£2,962–£7,063
Saves up to £546 a year. Pays back in about 8 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.
South Shields in numbers
Published statistics for the South Tyneside council area, not our estimates.
49% of homes with an EPC in the South Tyneside council area are rated D to G, and the median energy score is 69, which is band C. South Tyneside has £1,500,000 of Warm Homes: Local Grant funding allocated in principle for April 2025 to March 2028.
| South Tyneside 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 | £1,500,000 allocated to South Tyneside | DESNZ, list updated July 2026 |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 82.4% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Electricity network operator | Northern Powergrid (North East England) | NESO licence area boundaries |
These are published official statistics for the South Tyneside council area, which covers South Shields, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is South Shields a good place for insulation?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to insulation installations throughout South Shields. Combined with North East’s energy prices, insulation installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
South Shields has a population of 73,345, and the area falls within the North East region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in South Shields
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 South Shields
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for insulation before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in South Shields or Tyne and Wear
- 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 South Shields
How much does insulation cost in South Shields?
How energy efficient are homes in South Shields?
Is there a grant for insulation in South Shields?
The Warm Homes: Local Grant may fund insulation and low-carbon heating in South Shields 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 South Shields?
Do I need planning permission in South Shields?
How do I find a good installer in South Shields?
Get quotes for your home in South Shields
Up to three approved installers who cover South Shields 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.