How a new-build home can help you save energy and money
Energy bills are rising. That makes buying a home feel harder than ever. New-build homes are designed to use less energy. This means they can cost less to heat and power. On this page, we explain how buying a new-build home could help you save money every month.
Why new-build homes cost less to run
New build homes are designed to keep heat in and waste less energy.
Many include:
- Better insulation in walls and roofs.
- Double or triple glazed windows.
- Modern heating systems.
- Energy‑efficient appliances.
These features help keep homes warm in winter and cool in summer, using less energy.
Watch our video. We took a dive into the detail of a few of our Latimer home buyers. We found some positive examples of real-life savings to share, that may give you some cheer.
Read on to find out about our Zero Bills project at Hollymead Square in Newport.
Homes with Zero Bills
Powered by Octopus Zero Bills this world-first smart proposition offers homebuyers the opportunity to move into homes that come with a Zero Bills guarantee.
This means:
- No energy bills for at least five years.
- Solar panels on the roof.
- Home batteries to store energy.
- Heat pumps for low‑cost heating.
These homes are powered by clean energy and help protect you from rising bills.
Latimer was proud to join forces with one of the UK's leading energy providers, Octopus Energy, to offer the UK's first Zero Bills affordable homes at Hollymead Square. The homes at Hollymead Square proved incredibly popular, indicating the appeal of this offering to the market.
We look forward to supporting Octopus Energy in its commitment to delivering 100,000 Zero Bills homes by 2030. Together, we're building a more sustainable future.
How new-build homes can help in a cost of living crisis
Many people are worried about rising food and energy prices.
A home that uses less energy can help reduce monthly bills. This means:
- Lower heating costs.
- Less money spent on electricity.
- Fewer worries about sudden price rises.
Comparing the energy efficiency of where you live at the moment to that of a brand new home of your own may be just the tonic you need to keep your home-buying dreams alive. If you're not responsible for paying your bills at the moment, have a chat with your family - they're likely to be able to add some perspective for you.
Asta’s story: warmer home, lower costs
Before buying her new home, Asta rented a large, old building. It was cold and expensive to heat.
After moving into her new-build home, she noticed:
- The house stayed warm.
- Heating costs went down.
- Rooms felt more comfortable.
Asta loved the character of her old home, but didn't like the cold winters and high running costs. She says: "I used to feel cold all the time. Now my home stays warm without high bills."
Find your Energy Performance Certificate
Take a look at your current Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).
You can compare it to the Predicted Energy Assessment (PEA) for the new-build home you’re hoping to buy.
You may be pleasantly surprised.
