Oxfordshire County Council launches the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme

Oxfordshire County Council has been awarded government funding to help residents on a low-income make their homes more energy efficient.

The Warm Homes: Local Grant is designed to provide fully funded energy efficiency upgrades for homeowners and private tenants on a low household income and at risk of fuel poverty. These upgrades could help to reduce energy bills and make a home more comfortable to live in. 

You may qualify for funding if the following statements apply:

• Your home has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, E, F or G.

And either:

• You have a total household annual income of £36,000 or less (before housing costs/bills).

Or:

• You receive a means-tested benefit, subject to approval.

The following benefits are eligible for this programme:

• Housing Benefit
• Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA)
• Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
• Income Support
• Pension Credit (savings and guarantee)
• Universal Credit



If you think your household may be eligible Register your interest or contact Oxfordshire County Council's Retrofit Team.