Longer-term funding needed to make UK homes more energy efficient💡💰

Longer-term funding needed to make UK homes more energy efficient💡💰

April the 1st saw the start of the government’s three-year Boiler Upgrade Scheme begin alongside the new 0% VAT rate on selected energy efficiency materials and grants available to low-income households through some local authorities.

However, according to Propertymark, the ÂŁ450m Boiler Upgrade Scheme is 'a drop in the ocean' and needs to be backed up by longer-term funding to drive forward plans to make UK homes more energy efficient. To continue reading, please Click Here


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The Bank of England’s latest rate cut to 4%—its lowest in two years—offers a boost to buyer confidence and affordability. With UK home sales up 7.5% year-on-year, the move is expected to support stability in Attleborough’s housing market, though the pace of mortgage rate changes may remain gradual.

Over the past 25 years, UK house prices have surged, though growth has varied by region. From London’s 279% rise to Scotland’s 201%, the figures highlight both national trends and regional differences. For towns like Attleborough, this long-term growth story offers context for smarter property decisions.

How many people live in the average Attleborough home? It’s more than just a number—it reflects how families live today. With 20.3% of East Anglia households hosting four or more people, the need for spacious, flexible homes is clear—and it's shaping local housing demand in real, meaningful ways.

Detached homes remain highly sought-after in and around Attleborough, thanks to their space, flexibility, and access to local schools and transport. While averages offer a useful guide, a home’s true value depends on its size, condition, location, and how it’s presented to the market.