Homeowners across West Suffolk can now apply for a loan to help fund energy efficiency improvements to their homes, thanks to a new partnership between West Suffolk Council with Warm Homes Suffolk and Lendology.
The scheme offers eligible homeowners access to loans from £2,000 to £15,000 at a fixed interest rate of 2.2% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) loan, with repayment terms of up to seven years.
Borrowers may also repay their loan early without penalty, subject to eligibility and loan terms.
The funding is designed to support residents who want to improve the energy performance of their homes while spreading the cost of installation over a manageable period.
The loan can be used for a range of energy efficiency measures, including:
- Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems
- Solar battery storage
- Solar thermal systems
- Ground source heat pumps
- Air source heat pumps
- Double and triple glazed windows and doors
- Loft, wall and floor insulation
- Ventilation systems when installed alongside insulation measures
Installing energy efficiency improvements can help homeowners reduce their energy bills, lower their carbon emissions and create warmer, more comfortable homes. A well-insulated and energy-efficient property can also have positive benefits for residents’ health and wellbeing, particularly during colder winter months.
Cllr Gerald Kelly, Cabinet Member for Environment and Regulatory at West Suffolk Council, said:
“We know that many residents want to make improvements that will reduce their energy bills and make their homes more comfortable, but the upfront costs can often be a challenge. This new partnership with Lendology will help make those improvements more accessible by offering affordable finance at a low interest rate.”
“Whether residents are considering solar panels, insulation or a heat pump, these measures can help create warmer, healthier homes while supporting our ambitions to reduce carbon emissions across West Suffolk. I would encourage anyone interested in improving the energy efficiency of their home to explore the scheme and see if they are eligible.”
Emma Lower, CEO at Lendology CIC said:
“We’re delighted to be working with West Suffolk Council to open the home improvement loan scheme, creating another route for homeowners to access new funding for essential home improvements. Strong local partnerships like this help more people improve their homes, while supporting the long-term resilience of communities across West Suffolk.”
Residents interested in applying can begin the process through the Lendology website: https://portal.lendology.org.uk/apply
For further information about the loan scheme, eligibility criteria and loan terms, please visit Warm Homes Suffolk or Lendology’s Suffolk council partner page.
Notes to editors:
Representative Example (2% fixed interest rate, Representative 2.2% APR).
Loans are subject to status and are typically protected by a Title Restriction. Borrow £5,000 over 60 months, £87.64 monthly repayments. Total amount repayable = £5,278.40, including £20.00 fee for registering the Title Restriction against your property at the Land Registry. The £20.00 fee is only payable if a loan is agreed by Lendology, and you decide to proceed with a loan. We do not charge interest on the fee. A Title Restriction means that you may not be able to sell your home without our permission unless the loan is fully repaid. This is not a mortgage. Missing payments could affect your credit rating.
Lendology CIC is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under firm reference number 675263 for credit regulated activities.
