LED lighting upgrades in Tyne and Wear
A commercial LED lighting upgrade replaces old fluorescent, halogen, metal halide or sodium fittings with complete LED luminaires, usually on the existing circuits. We cover Tyne and Wear, including Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland and South Shields.
LED lighting upgrades work in Tyne and Wear
Spare fluorescent tubes are getting harder to buy since the 2023–24 phase-out, which is why many sites in Tyne and Wear now upgrade a floor or a unit at a time rather than waiting for failures.
Most Tyne and Wear businesses we survey still have a mix of T8 battens, 600×600 fluorescent panels and the odd halogen downlight. Replacing them with complete LED luminaires usually cuts lighting energy by a third to a half.
What's included
- Safe removal and recycling of old fluorescent tubes as hazardous waste
- A walk-round survey counting fittings, wattages, running hours and ceiling types
- Like-for-like or re-planned layouts so light levels meet BS EN 12464-1
- Optional presence and daylight sensors to cut running hours further
Guide prices in Tyne and Wear
Typical budgets for Tyne and Wear, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED panel (600×600) | £50 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| LED batten (complete luminaire) | £75 – £190 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| LED high bay | £145 – £380 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £75 | per sensor, installed |
Example: 40 LED panels replacing fluorescent fittings in a 400 m² office, about £1,900 – £5,700 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Tyne and Wear
Approved Document L (2021 edition, with 2023 amendments) asks for new general lighting to average at least 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt, or to use the LENI method. The 2026 edition raises this to more than 105 for work under it from 24 March 2027.
In Great Britain, common T8 fluorescent tubes were caught by ecodesign rules from 1 September 2023 and the mercury exemptions for ordinary T5 and T8 lamps ended on 1 February 2024.
LED lighting upgrades by town in Tyne and Wear
- LED lighting upgrades in Newcastle upon Tyne
- LED lighting upgrades in Sunderland
- LED lighting upgrades in South Shields
- LED lighting upgrades in Gateshead
- LED lighting upgrades in Washington
- LED lighting upgrades in Tynemouth
- LED lighting upgrades in Wallsend
- LED lighting upgrades in Newburn
- LED lighting upgrades in North Shields
- LED lighting upgrades in Whitley Bay
- LED lighting upgrades in Houghton-Le-Spring
- LED lighting upgrades in Felling
- LED lighting upgrades in Jarrow
- LED lighting upgrades in Gosforth
- LED lighting upgrades in Hebburn
- LED lighting upgrades in Whickham
- LED lighting upgrades in Blaydon-on-Tyne
- LED lighting upgrades in Blaydon
- LED lighting upgrades in Brunswick
- LED lighting upgrades in Byker
- LED lighting upgrades in Castletown
- LED lighting upgrades in Longbenton
LED lighting upgrades FAQs for Tyne and Wear
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Tyne and Wear?
Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Tyne and Wear must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
How are prices set in Tyne and Wear?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
Can the upgrade be claimed against tax?
Many businesses can claim capital allowances on lighting, for example through the Annual Investment Allowance. Lighting in a building is usually treated as an integral feature, so ask your accountant how it applies to you.
What does an LED upgrade cost?
As a budget, LED panels run at about £50–£150 per fitting supplied and installed, battens £80–£200 and high bays £150–£400, excluding VAT. Access equipment, rewiring and controls are extra.