Heat pumps in Oxford
£8,170 to £20,910 installed, and 315 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grants already paid in the council area.
What a system costs in Oxford
6kW
£8,170–£9,640
Saves up to £205 a year. Pays back in about 7 years after the £7,500 grant (43 years without it).
9kW (most common)
£10,430–£13,620
Saves up to £277 a year. Pays back in about 16 years after the £7,500 grant (43 years without it).
14kW
£15,240–£20,910
Saves up to £395 a year. Pays back in about 27 years after the £7,500 grant (46 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.
Oxford in numbers
Published statistics for the Oxford council area, not our estimates.
315 Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants were paid in the Oxford council area between May 2022 and June 2026. At the 2021 Census, 75.7% of households in the Oxford council area used mains gas as their only central heating, 0.2% oil only and 12.1% electricity only. The council is part of a Warm Homes: Local Grant consortium led by Oxfordshire, allocated £4,394,990 in principle across the consortium for April 2025 to March 2028.
| Oxford council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants paid | 315 | DESNZ and Ofgem, May 2022 to June 2026 |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 75.7% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Households on oil heating only | 0.2% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Households on renewable heating only | 0.2% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 42% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Warm Homes: Local Grant, 2025 to 2028 | £4,394,990 to the consortium led by Oxfordshire | DESNZ, list updated July 2026 |
| Electricity network operator | SSEN Distribution (Southern England) | NESO licence area boundaries |
Oxford is served by SSEN Distribution, the electricity network operator for Southern 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 Oxford council area, which covers Oxford, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Oxford a good place for heat pumps?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to heat pumps installations throughout Oxford. Combined with South East’s energy prices, heat pumps installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Oxford has a population of 152,000, and the area falls within the South East region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Oxford
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 Oxford
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for heat pumps before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Oxford or Oxfordshire
- 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 Oxford
How much do heat pumps cost in Oxford?
How many heat pump grants have been paid in Oxford?
Is there a grant for heat pumps in Oxford?
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers up to £7,500 towards an air source or ground source heat pump in Oxford, 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 Oxford?
Do I need planning permission in Oxford?
How do I find a good installer in Oxford?
Get quotes for your home in Oxford
Up to three approved installers who cover Oxford may contact you. Free, no obligation.
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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.