Heat pumps in Exeter
£7,620 to £17,990 installed, and 191 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grants already paid in the council area.
What a system costs in Exeter
6kW
£7,620–£9,760
Saves up to £194 a year. Pays back in about 6 years after the £7,500 grant (45 years without it).
9kW (most common)
£10,210–£12,640
Saves up to £289 a year. Pays back in about 14 years after the £7,500 grant (40 years without it).
14kW
£14,160–£17,990
Saves up to £416 a year. Pays back in about 21 years after the £7,500 grant (39 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.
Exeter in numbers
Published statistics for the Exeter council area, not our estimates.
191 Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants were paid in the Exeter council area between May 2022 and June 2026. At the 2021 Census, 76.4% of households in the Exeter council area used mains gas as their only central heating, 0.3% oil only and 11.5% electricity only. The council is part of a Warm Homes: Local Grant consortium led by Devon, allocated £4,064,026 in principle across the consortium for April 2025 to March 2028.
| Exeter council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants paid | 191 | DESNZ and Ofgem, May 2022 to June 2026 |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 76.4% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Households on oil heating only | 0.3% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Households on renewable heating only | 0.3% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 41% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Warm Homes: Local Grant, 2025 to 2028 | £4,064,026 to the consortium led by Devon | DESNZ, list updated July 2026 |
| Electricity network operator | National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West England) | NESO licence area boundaries |
Exeter is served by National Grid Electricity Distribution, the electricity network operator for South 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 Exeter council area, which covers Exeter, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Exeter a good place for heat pumps?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to heat pumps installations throughout Exeter. Combined with South West’s energy prices, heat pumps installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Exeter has a population of 130,000, and the area falls within the South West region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Exeter
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 Exeter
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for heat pumps before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Exeter or Devon
- 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
Questions about heat pumps in Exeter
How much do heat pumps cost in Exeter?
How many heat pump grants have been paid in Exeter?
Is there a grant for heat pumps in Exeter?
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers up to £7,500 towards an air source or ground source heat pump in Exeter, 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 Exeter?
Do I need planning permission in Exeter?
How do I find a good installer in Exeter?
Get quotes for your home in Exeter
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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.