Warm Home Discount
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You could get discount on your heating bills depending on your income and the type of property you live in.
Qualifying for the warm home discount
If you get the Guaranteed Credit element of Pension Credit, you qualify for the scheme and should receive this discount automatically. You’ll receive a letter before January 2023 to confirm this.
You may still be eligible for the warm home discount if:
- Your energy supplier is part of the scheme
- You get specific means tested benefits or tax credits
- Your property costs a lot to heat due to the age and size
If you don’t receive a letter by the end of January 2023, you can contact the warm home discount helpline. You will need to contact the helpline before 28th Feb 2023 to claim.
Properties with high heating costs
If you are on a low income, your eligibility will be determined by your property characteristics. An algorithm is used based on the type, age and floor area of your home.
Data is used from the VOA (Valuation Office Agency) where available. In the event that this data is missing, data from neighbouring properties can be used.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the warm home discount?
The warm home discount scheme provides a one-off payment of £150 to help with heating bills.
The scheme provides support for people on low incomes who have high heating costs.
Am I eligible for the warm home discount?
The warm home discount payment of £150 is paid to anyone on the Guaranteed Credit element of Pension Credit, or people on a low income who live in properties which cost a lot of money to heat.
If you receive the Guaranteed Credit element of Pension Credit, you’ll automatically qualify for the discount.
When will I get the warm home discount payment?
The one off payment of £150 will be made between November 2022 and March 2023.
If you pay by Direct Debit, you’ll receive the payment as credit on your bill.
If you are on a pre pay meter, you’ll receive a voucher that can be used to add the credit to your meter.
Am I classed as low income for the purposes of claiming the warm home discount?
If you receive certain means-tested benefits, you’ll be eligible for the discount has high heating costs. These include:
- Jobseekers Allowance
- Universal credit
- Housing benefit
- Child tax credits
- Working tax credits
- Pension Credit Savings Credit