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Residents urged to apply for Energy Savers Scheme

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

There’s still time for eligible residents to apply for the Wakefield Council Energy Savers Scheme.

The scheme offers free cavity wall and loft insulation for eligible households. Free gas central heating upgrades are also available for private rented tenants that qualify.

“As we head into winter, I’d encourage all residents to check if they’re eligible for our Energy Savers Scheme.

“Insulation and heating upgrades can make a big difference to keeping homes warm. It also helps to save money from lower heating costs.

“Funds will be allocated on a first come, first served basis, so residents that are interested are urged to apply now.”

Cllr Jack Hemingway

Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Growth

Cllr Jack Hemingway

The scheme is targeted at particular households in the Wakefield district and to qualify, residents must meet the following criteria:

For free cavity wall and loft insulation:

  • Be a homeowner or private rented tenant
  • Have a NET total annual household income (including benefits) after deducting housing costs, of less than £30,000
  • Have an Energy Performance Certificate rating of band D, E, F, or G
  • Have total savings under £16,000
  • Have no or very limited Council Tax account debt

For free gas central heating upgrades:

  • Be a private rented tenant
  • Have a total NET annual household income after deducting housing costs, of less than £21,000
  • Have total savings under £16,000
  • Have no or very limited Council Tax account debt
  • Have an Energy Performance Certificate rating of band E, F or G, or if the property is Energy Performance Certificate D, people may also qualify if they meet one of the following:
  • The property is 'hard to heat' e.g. solid walls, system-built walls or is off the gas network
  • Are aged over 70
  • Have a child aged under 16 living in the property
  • Someone living in the property is pregnant
  • Have a health condition made worse by the cold, e.g. asthma, COPD, heart attack, mental illness

For private tenants to apply, their landlord must give approval for the work and agree to join the Council’s Responsible Landlord Scheme.
All the work is arranged through the Council’s approved contractors.
Funds will be allocated on a first come, first served basis, so residents that are interested are urged to apply now.

Contact the Council’s Home Energy Team on either 01924 305887 or email energyteam@wakefield.gov.uk for more information or to apply.

More information can be found on the Wakefield Council website at https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/housing/saving-energy/help-with-home-energy-improvements 

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