Heat pumps across the North East
8 towns, from Darlington to Sunderland. Labour and materials here run about 7% below the UK average, so a typical installation costs around £10,243.
£10,243
Typical installed cost
up to £272
Saved a year, typical home
~10 yrs
Payback after the £7,500 grant, ~38 without
0.93
Regional price index, UK average 1.00
Modelled range across the North East: £6,658 to £15,877. Estimates from the Home Energy Quotes Cost Index, July 2026 (see how we calculate costs). Your quotes will vary with property size and spec. Not financial advice.
Grants in the North East
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme pays £7,500 towards an air or ground source heat pump in England and Wales — £9,000 if your home is heated by oil or LPG and has no mains gas (applications 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027).
Towns in the North East
Work out your own numbers
The free savings calculator gives an instant cost range, saving and payback for any upgrade in the North East, or read the full heat pumps guide.
Get quotes in the North East
Installers covering your postcode may contact you, free and with no obligation.