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Government Grants — London 2026

Home Energy Grants London 2026

Government funding for solar panels, insulation, heat pumps and batteries is available to London households in 2026. Here’s every scheme, eligibility criteria and the official application route for London.

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Local scheme status — August 2026

Government energy grants available in London

London operates WH:LG through a consortium model covering 31 boroughs. London reports high application volumes — check current availability with your specific borough.

SchemeStatusCoversEligibility
Warm Homes: Local Grant✅ Check availabilitySolar, insulation, heat pumps, batteriesEPC D–G, income <£36k
ECO4📅 Open to Dec 2026Insulation, heatingBenefits / low income
Boiler Upgrade Scheme✅ OpenHeat pumps — £7,500Homeowners in England
Warm Homes Loan Scheme🕐 Expected Sept 2026Solar, batteries, heat pumpsHomeowners not qualifying for grants

What measures can London households get funded?

✅ Warm Homes Local Grant covers:

  • Solar panels (PV) — 38% of all WH:LG installs nationally
  • Battery storage — 17% of all installs
  • Loft insulation
  • Cavity wall insulation
  • External wall insulation
  • Air-source heat pumps
  • Smart heating controls
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Eligibility check for London:
EPC D, E, F or G required
Household income typically <£36,000
OR eligible postcode area
Homeowner or private tenant
Check with Your London borough council

How to access grants in London

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Enter your postcode below

We can help you understand which schemes are available for your London postcode and whether you may be eligible.

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Check WH:LG through Your London borough council

The Warm Homes Local Grant is administered by your local authority. Contact Your London borough council directly or through their delivery partner for the official application.

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Check ECO4 if you receive benefits

ECO4 is still open until December 2026 for benefit-receiving and low-income households. An ECO4 registered installer can check your eligibility.

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Compare private options if you don’t qualify

If grant schemes don’t apply, we match you with one trusted London-area installer for a free survey and quote.

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Transparency note: InsulationComparisons is an independent information and comparison service. We are not GOV.UK, {council} or the administrator of any Government scheme. We can help you understand eligibility and compare options.

FAQs — home energy grants London

Is the Warm Homes Local Grant available in London?
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Your London borough council is part of the Warm Homes: Local Grant delivery network. However, availability depends on current funding allocation and local programme status. Contact the council or their delivery partner for current availability.

Can I get free solar panels in London?
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Yes, through the Warm Homes: Local Grant if you meet eligibility criteria. Solar accounted for 38% of all WH:LG installations nationally to end-July 2026. Eligibility requires EPC D–G and typically household income below £36,000, or living in an eligible postcode area.

What is the heat pump grant in London?
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The Boiler Upgrade Scheme provides £7,500 for air-to-water and ground-source heat pumps, and £2,500 for air-to-air heat pumps (from July 2026). No income test applies. Use an MCS-certified installer in the {city_name} area.

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Sources & MethodologyVerified 27 Aug 2026
ENERGY SAVING TRUSTEnergy Saving Trust — insulation cost & technical guidance (May 2026)GOV.UKGOV.UK — find energy improvement schemesOFGEMOfgem — ECO4 guidance

Last verified: 27 August 2026. Prices reference Energy Saving Trust benchmarks; scheme facts reference official sources.