Local Authority Heat Pump Grants: Find Schemes in Your Area

By Home Heat Pump Guide Published 18 March 2026

Row of UK terraced houses in a local authority area with heat pump grant schemes available — Many local councils offer top-up grants of £1,000 to £3,000+ on top of the BUS grant — check what your area provides.

Your local council may offer heat pump grants worth £1,000 to £3,000+ on top of the BUS grant — but you will not find them unless you look. Many councils run their own energy efficiency programmes, and these can significantly reduce what you pay out of pocket.

This guide explains how to find local authority heat pump grants, what typical schemes offer, and how to combine them with the BUS grant for maximum savings.

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How Local Authority Grants Work

Local councils receive government funding (often through the Home Upgrade Grant scheme or similar) to improve energy efficiency in their area. They may offer top-up grants for heat pumps, fully funded installations for specific postcodes or property types, additional insulation funding, and energy advice services.

Researching local authority heat pump grant schemes available across UK councils — Local schemes change frequently — always check current availability before planning your installation.

How to Find Your Local Scheme

Contact your local council's housing or energy team directly
Check the Simple Energy Advice website (England)
Ask Home Energy Scotland (Scotland)
Ask your MCS-certified installer — they often know about local grants
Check the Energy Saving Trust website for your area

Combining with the BUS Grant

Potential Savings by Stacking Grants (£12,000 Installation)

BUS grant alone

£7,500 saved

BUS + £2,000 local top-up

£9,500 saved

BUS + £3,000 local top-up

£10,500 saved

With a £3,000 local top-up, a £12,000 installation would cost you just £1,500 out of pocket.

Examples of Local Schemes

Some councils offer additional top-up grants of £1,000 to £3,000 on top of BUS. Others run area-based schemes targeting specific postcodes or property types. Some focus on off-gas-grid properties or areas with high fuel poverty. Availability changes regularly, so always check before planning.

UK bungalow that could benefit from both BUS grant and local authority heat pump top-up funding — Off-gas-grid properties and energy-inefficient homes are often prioritised by local council schemes.

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Shows costs after the BUS grant. Ask your installer about local top-ups too.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do local councils offer heat pump grants?

Many do. Availability varies by area and changes frequently.

Can I combine local authority grants with BUS?

Generally yes. Most local top-ups are designed to stack on top of BUS.

How do I find out what my council offers?

Contact your council's energy team, check Simple Energy Advice, or ask your installer.

About Local Authority Energy Schemes

Local authority heat pump grants form part of the UK's decentralised approach to energy efficiency. Councils receive funding through programmes like the Home Upgrade Grant to deliver targeted improvements in their areas. These schemes complement the national Boiler Upgrade Scheme, ECO4, and Home Energy Scotland. The complete UK grants guide covers all available funding. Local authorities also increasingly support solar panel installations alongside heat pumps as part of whole-house energy efficiency programmes.