Heat pump costs in Ely (2026)
A typical installation costs £7,600 to £15,800 in Ely. Installed costs sit right on the UK average (MCS data shows about 1% below for solar), rising toward the London fringe in Essex and Hertfordshire.Here's what to expect by property type, and how to pay less.
Heat pump costs in Ely at a glance
| Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Air-source heat pump (ASHP) | £7,600 | £15,800 |
| Ground-source heat pump (GSHP) | £14,300 | £36,800 |
| Underfloor heating add-on | +£2,900 | +£8,400 |
| Grant support | £-7,500 | £-7,500 |
Indicative 2026 ranges adjusted for the East of England, calibrated against MCS regional installation cost data and Ofgem grant-scheme averages. Always compare multiple quotes — prices vary by installer and property.
Costs by property type in Ely
Terraced and smaller homes
A compact air-source unit for a 2–3 bedroom home costs around £7,600 to £11,600 in Ely before grants. Outdoor unit placement matters in tight terraces; an installer survey confirms noise distances and pipe runs.
Semi-detached houses
A typical 3-bed semi needs a mid-size air-source heat pump, around £8,600 to £13,700 in Ely before grants. Budget extra if radiators need upsizing for lower flow temperatures.
Detached houses
Larger detached homes need bigger air-source units (£10,500 to £15,800 in Ely) or, with garden space, a ground-source system at £14,300 to £36,800. Grant support takes £7,500 off either.
What's different about the East of England
- Installed costs sit right on the UK average (MCS data shows about 1% below for solar), rising toward the London fringe in Essex and Hertfordshire.
- The East is the UK's sunniest, driest region, so solar systems here deliver some of the country's best yields; many rural Fenland homes are off the gas grid.
- All national grants apply: the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme (especially valuable for oil-heated rural homes), ECO4, GBIS and the £350 OZEV charger grant.
Common questions
How much does a heat pump cost in Ely?
A typical installation costs £7,600 to £15,800 in Ely in 2026. Installed costs sit right on the UK average (MCS data shows about 1% below for solar), rising toward the London fringe in Essex and Hertfordshire. The table above shows ranges by system size and property type.
Why do prices in the East of England differ from the UK average?
Installed costs sit right on the UK average (MCS data shows about 1% below for solar), rising toward the London fringe in Essex and Hertfordshire. The East is the UK's sunniest, driest region, so solar systems here deliver some of the country's best yields; many rural Fenland homes are off the gas grid.
What grants are available in the East of England?
All national grants apply: the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme (especially valuable for oil-heated rural homes), ECO4, GBIS and the £350 OZEV charger grant.
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Ely prices follow the East of England rates. See the full the East of England guide.