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Heat pumps in Grimsby

£6,314 to £16,450 installed, and 215 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grants already paid in the council area.

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By Home Energy Quotes · Updated September 2026 · Grimsby, Lincolnshire

Heat Pumps in Grimsby

What a system costs in Grimsby

6kW

£6,314–£8,160

Saves up to £207 a year. The £7,500 grant covers the typical price here (35 years without it).

9kW (most common)

£9,058–£11,582

Saves up to £310 a year. Pays back in about 9 years after the £7,500 grant (33 years without it).

14kW

£12,333–£16,450

Saves up to £408 a year. Pays back in about 17 years after the £7,500 grant (35 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.

Grimsby in numbers

Published statistics for the North East Lincolnshire council area, not our estimates.

215 Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants were paid in the North East Lincolnshire council area between May 2022 and June 2026. At the 2021 Census, 83.7% of households in the North East Lincolnshire council area used mains gas as their only central heating, 0.6% oil only and 4.3% electricity only. The council is part of a Warm Homes: Local Grant consortium led by Midlands Net Zero Hub, allocated £69,859,402 in principle across the consortium for April 2025 to March 2028.

North East Lincolnshire council areaFigureSource
Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants paid215DESNZ and Ofgem, May 2022 to June 2026
Households on mains gas heating only83.7%Census 2021, ONS
Households on oil heating only0.6%Census 2021, ONS
Households on renewable heating only0.2%Census 2021, ONS
Homes with an EPC rated D to G58%ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025
Warm Homes: Local Grant, 2025 to 2028£69,859,402 to the consortium led by Midlands Net Zero HubDESNZ, list updated July 2026
Electricity network operatorNorthern Powergrid (Yorkshire)NESO licence area boundaries

Grimsby is served by Northern Powergrid, the electricity network operator for Yorkshire. 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 North East Lincolnshire council area, which covers Grimsby, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.

Grants and funding in Grimsby

Boiler Upgrade Scheme

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers up to £7,500 towards an air source or ground source heat pump in Grimsby, 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.

Source: GOV.UK — Boiler Upgrade Scheme

0% VAT until March 2027

Applies across the UK and is already inside the prices above.

Source: HMRC — VAT Notice 708/6

Warm Homes: Local Grant

The council is part of a Warm Homes: Local Grant consortium led by Midlands Net Zero Hub, allocated £69,859,402 in principle across the consortium for April 2025 to March 2028. Income and EPC rules apply.

Source: DESNZ, list updated July 2026

Is Grimsby a good place for heat pumps?

The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to heat pumps installations throughout Grimsby. Combined with Yorkshire and The Humber’s energy prices, heat pumps installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).

Grimsby has a population of 85,925, and the area falls within the Yorkshire and The Humber region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.

Find Installers in Grimsby

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 Grimsby

  • Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for heat pumps before signing any contract
  • Local references — ask for completed jobs in Grimsby or Lincolnshire
  • 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 installer in Grimsby

Questions about heat pumps in Grimsby

How much do heat pumps cost in Grimsby?
Heat Pumps in Grimsby cost between £6,314 and £16,450 installed, depending on system size. A typical mid-range system costs around £10,463 including installation and VAT (modelled estimate).
How many heat pump grants have been paid in Grimsby?
215 Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants were paid in the North East Lincolnshire council area, which covers Grimsby, between May 2022 and June 2026, according to DESNZ and Ofgem.
Is there a grant for heat pumps in Grimsby?

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers up to £7,500 towards an air source or ground source heat pump in Grimsby, 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 Grimsby?
The estimated payback period in Grimsby is around 11 years after the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, or about 38 years without it, based on estimated savings of up to £272 a year for a typical home. Actual payback depends on your property insulation, system size and electricity tariff.
Do I need planning permission in Grimsby?
Most heat pumps installations fall under permitted development rights and do not require planning permission. However, listed buildings, conservation areas and flats may need approval. Always check with your local planning authority in Grimsby before installation.
How do I find a good installer in Grimsby?
We recommend getting at least 3 quotes from qualified installers. Check online reviews and verify that the installer holds relevant qualifications before signing any contract.

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Grimsby on the map

Map of Grimsby, Lincolnshire
Grimsby, Lincolnshire and the surrounding area.

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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.