Heat Pumps in Bristol
Independently writtenBristol's mild South West climate suits air source heat pumps well. The £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant (England and Wales only) is deducted from the installation price.
Bristol at a glance
5°C
Average winter temperature
Source: Met Office
2200
Heating degree days
Source: Regional data
£905/yr
Est. heat pump running cost
Source: Ofgem rates Q1 2026
£91/yr
Est. saving vs gas
Source: Calculated
Housing in Bristol
Georgian and Victorian terraces, 1930s semis, and new-build estates. Older solid-wall homes may need insulation work before a heat pump performs at its best.
Heat pump costs in Bristol
An air source heat pump in Bristol typically costs £8,000–£15,000 before the £7,500 BUS grant. After the grant, most Bristol homeowners pay £500–£7,500.
Running costs depend on your property size and insulation. For a typical 3-bed semi in Bristol, expect to pay around £905 per year to run a heat pump — compared to £996 for gas heating. That's a saving of approximately £91 per year.
Bristol's moderate climate suits heat pumps well, with good efficiency throughout the heating season.
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