UK heat pump grant status board
Live Verified: 20 August 2026
Source: Ofgem / GOV.UK Boiler Upgrade Scheme. Only the end date is published; we do not state a start date.
England & Wales — Boiler Upgrade Scheme
| Measure | Grant | Key conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Air source heat pump (air-to-water) | £7,500 | One grant per property |
| Ground source (incl. water source, shared loops) | £7,500 | Limits: 45kWth single, 70kWth multiple, 300kWth shared loops |
| Biomass boiler | £5,000 | Off-gas and rural only, emissions certificate; not on self-builds |
| Air-to-air heat pump | £2,500 | Residential only; no off-gas uplift |
| Oil/LPG off-gas uplift | +£1,500 → £9,000 | Air or ground source, replacing oil or LPG, no mains gas. Until March 2027 |
| Hybrid systems | — | Not eligible |
Source: GOV.UK — What you can get and Check if you’re eligible. Verified: 20 August 2026.
Scotland — Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan
| Measure | Support | Key conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Heat pump (air, ground or water source) | £7,500 grant + up to £7,500 interest-free loan | MCS mandatory; no benefits required |
| Rural / island uplift | +£1,500 | Rural households can claim up to £18,000 in grant funding |
| Energy efficiency measures | 75% of cost, up to £7,500 grant | EPC needed for efficiency measures only |
| Replacement heat pump | Loan only, up to £7,500 | No grant for a replacement heat pump |
Source: Home Energy Scotland — Grant and Loan. No EPC for renewable systems. Offer valid nine months; loan fee 1.5% up to £150. Verified: 20 August 2026.
Northern Ireland
The Boiler Replacement Scheme in Northern Ireland is now closed. GOV.UK directs residents to nidirect for local schemes. Source: GOV.UK Boiler Upgrade Scheme overview. Verified: 20 August 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How long does an installer have to complete a Boiler Upgrade Scheme installation?
The installer must install and commission the heat pump within 120 days of applying, or the application is void. It is the installer’s deadline rather than the homeowner’s, but it is worth confirming before work is booked.
Can one property get more than one heat pump grant?
No. Under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, one grant is available per property.
Is Northern Ireland covered by these grants?
No. The Boiler Replacement Scheme in Northern Ireland is now closed; GOV.UK directs residents to nidirect for local schemes.
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