Heat pumps in Oldham
£6,420 to £17,320 installed, and 95 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grants already paid in the council area.
What a system costs in Oldham
6kW
£6,420–£8,690
Saves up to £210 a year. Pays back in about 1 year after the £7,500 grant (36 years without it).
9kW (most common)
£9,060–£11,710
Saves up to £284 a year. Pays back in about 10 years after the £7,500 grant (37 years without it).
14kW
£12,940–£17,320
Saves up to £414 a year. Pays back in about 18 years after the £7,500 grant (37 years without it).
Source: Home Energy Quotes Cost Index, costs modelled July 2026, savings at the October to December 2026 price cap. Prices are estimates and include installation and VAT. Actual costs may vary.
Oldham in numbers
Published statistics for the Oldham council area, not our estimates.
95 Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants were paid in the Oldham council area between May 2022 and June 2026. At the 2021 Census, 80.7% of households in the Oldham council area used mains gas as their only central heating, 0.3% oil only and 5.2% electricity only. Warm Homes: Local Grant money for the area is paid through the Greater Manchester Combined Authority funding settlement rather than the national council list.
| Oldham council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants paid | 95 | DESNZ and Ofgem, May 2022 to June 2026 |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 80.7% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Households on oil heating only | 0.3% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Households on renewable heating only | 0.1% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 53% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Warm Homes: Local Grant, 2025 to 2028 | Paid through Greater Manchester Combined Authority | DESNZ, list updated July 2026 |
| Electricity network operator | Electricity North West (North West England) | NESO licence area boundaries |
Oldham is served by Electricity North West, the electricity network operator for North West England. A heat pump has to be registered with the network operator. Your installer normally does this: smaller systems are notified after installation, and larger ones need approval before work starts.
These are published official statistics for the Oldham council area, which covers Oldham, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Oldham a good place for heat pumps?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to heat pumps installations throughout Oldham. Combined with North West’s energy prices, heat pumps installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Oldham has a population of 229,000, and the area falls within the North West region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Oldham
We recommend getting at least 3 quotes from qualified installers before making a decision. Check reviews, ask for local references, and make sure warranties are clearly stated in writing.
What to check before hiring an installer in Oldham
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for heat pumps before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Oldham or Greater Manchester
- Reviews — check online reviews before committing
- Warranty — product and workmanship warranties should be clearly stated in writing
- 3 quotes minimum — we recommend comparing at least three quotes to ensure you get a fair price
Heat Pumps by Area in Oldham
Explore our detailed neighbourhood guides covering every area of Oldham. Each guide includes local costs, available grants and qualified installers near you.
Questions about heat pumps in Oldham
How much do heat pumps cost in Oldham?
How many heat pump grants have been paid in Oldham?
Is there a grant for heat pumps in Oldham?
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers up to £7,500 towards an air source or ground source heat pump in Oldham, or £9,000 until March 2027 for homes heated by oil or LPG with no mains gas. It is open to property owners in England and Wales.
How long is the payback period in Oldham?
Do I need planning permission in Oldham?
How do I find a good installer in Oldham?
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Last reviewed: . Costs are modelled estimates from the Home Energy Quotes Cost Index — see how we calculate them. Grant rates are checked against GOV.UK.