Looking for heat pump installers in Stockport? Alliant Energy fits MCS-certified air source heat pumps across Stockport for £8,000–£15,000 before grants. 271 local homes have claimed the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, and we handle the application for you.
Key takeaways for Stockport
- 271 Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants were paid in Stockport from May 2022 to June 2026: 21.4 per 10,000 households, 2nd of 10 Greater Manchester boroughs (DESNZ/Ofgem).
- 92 grants were paid in 2025/26, up 16% on the year before.
- 82.1% of Stockport households heat with mains gas only, the heating most BUS heat pumps replace (Census 2021).
- 42.1% of Stockport homes are EPC band C or above (10th in Greater Manchester; England 53.3%), but only 18.2% of pre-1929 homes are (ONS).
- The typical installed cost is £8,000–£15,000. The national BUS median is £12,908, leaving about £5,400 after the grant.
How much does a heat pump cost in Stockport?
A fully installed air source heat pump in Stockport typically costs £8,000–£15,000 before grants. That is in line with Ofgem's national BUS median of £12,908 for April–June 2026. After the £7,500 grant, most Stockport homeowners pay £500–£7,500.
| Property type | Typical installed cost before grant | After £7,500 BUS grant |
|---|---|---|
| 2-bed terrace or flat | £7,000–£10,000 | £0–£2,500 |
| 3-bed semi-detached | £9,000–£13,000 | £1,500–£5,500 |
| 4-bed detached | £11,000–£15,000 | £3,500–£7,500 |
| Oil-heated home (£9,000 BUS rate) | £11,000–£15,000 | £2,000–£6,000 |
With 41.2% of homes semi-detached, the 3-bed semi row is the most common Stockport install. A new hot water cylinder, radiator upgrades or electrical work are quoted separately after survey. Our heat pump installation page lists every extra.
Are Stockport homes suitable for a heat pump?
Stockport has the highest rate of home ownership (71%) and the most detached homes (21.6%) of any Greater Manchester borough, which is why it has the second-highest Boiler Upgrade Scheme take-up in the city region. It also has the lowest share of EPC C-rated homes in Greater Manchester (42%), and only 18% of its pre-1929 homes reach band C. For many Bramhall, Heaton Moor and Marple homes, a heat loss survey and loft or cavity insulation should come before the heat pump is sized.
| Housing (Census 2021 / ONS EPC) | Stockport | Greater Manchester | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached | 41.2% | 37.9% | 31.5% |
| Terraced | 20.9% | 28.5% | 23.0% |
| Detached | 21.6% | 14.2% | 22.9% |
| Flats (purpose-built) | 13.2% | 16.3% | 17.1% |
| Heated by mains gas only | 82.1% | 78.1% | 74.0% |
| Owner-occupied | 71.1% | 58.0% | 61.3% |
| EPC band C or above | 42.1% | — | 53.3% |
| Median EPC score | 67 | — | 69 |
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How many heat pumps have been installed in Stockport?
271 Stockport heat pumps were paid a Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant between May 2022 and June 2026. That is 21.4 per 10,000 households, above the Greater Manchester average of 15 and well below the England average of 35.2. On EPC records, heat pumps are the main heating in 0.31% of Stockport homes (England: 1.38%).
| Financial year | BUS heat pump grants paid in Stockport |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 (from May 2022) | 30 |
| 2023/24 | 51 |
| 2024/25 | 79 |
| 2025/26 | 92 |
Which heat pump grants can Stockport homeowners claim?
| Grant | Amount | Relevance in Stockport |
|---|---|---|
| Boiler Upgrade Scheme | £7,500 | Most homeowners. 82.1% of homes are mains-gas-only. |
| BUS oil-home rate | £9,000 (from 21 July 2026) | 238 oil-only households (Census 2021) |
| Warm Homes: Local Grant | Up to £15,000 heating + £15,000 upgrades | Owner-occupiers with EPC D–G and income under £36,000 or other qualifying routes |
The BUS grant is paid to your MCS-certified installer and deducted from your invoice (Energy Saving Trust). The Warm Homes: Local Grant is a Greater Manchester-wide scheme delivered by the councils. Stockport residents apply through the GMCA Retrofit Portal. More detail is in our Warm Homes Plan Greater Manchester guide and Boiler Upgrade Scheme guide.
Which parts of Stockport do we cover?
We cover all of Stockport: Bramhall, Cheadle, Cheadle Hulme, Hazel Grove, Marple, Romiley, Heaton Moor, Edgeley. Postcodes: SK1–SK8, SK12. Alliant Energy is based in Nelson, Lancashire and travels to Stockport for surveys and installations.
Neighbouring boroughs we also cover:
Heat pumps in Manchester
City Centre · Didsbury · Chorlton · Withington
320 BUS grants paid · 14.9 per 10,000 homes · 64% EPC C+
Heat pumps in Trafford
Altrincham · Sale · Stretford · Urmston
243 BUS grants paid · 25.2 per 10,000 homes · 45% EPC C+
Heat pumps in Tameside
Ashton-under-Lyne · Hyde · Stalybridge · Denton
99 BUS grants paid · 9.9 per 10,000 homes · 52% EPC C+
See all areas on our Greater Manchester heat pump installers page.
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Heat pump FAQs for Stockport
How much does a heat pump cost in Stockport?
A fully installed air source heat pump in Stockport typically costs £8,000–£15,000 before grants, in line with the national BUS median of £12,908 (April–June 2026). After the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, a 3-bed semi usually costs £1,500–£5,500. 41.2% of Stockport homes are semi-detached.
How many heat pump grants have been paid in Stockport?
271 Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grants were paid in Stockport between May 2022 and June 2026, including 92 in the 2025/26 financial year. That is 21.4 per 10,000 households, above the Greater Manchester average of 15 and below the England average of 35.2.
Is there a heat pump grant for Stockport residents?
Yes. Stockport homeowners can claim the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme, or £9,000 if switching from heating oil (238 Stockport households were oil-only in Census 2021). Lower-income households with an EPC of D–G can apply for the Greater Manchester Warm Homes: Local Grant through the GMCA Retrofit Portal, which can fully fund a heat pump.
Are Stockport homes suitable for a heat pump?
Most are. 82.1% of Stockport households heat with mains gas only, which is the profile most BUS heat pumps replace. 42.1% of homes are EPC band C or above (England: 53.3%), and homes below band C may need insulation or radiator upgrades first. A heat loss survey confirms this.
Which parts of Stockport do you cover?
All of it, including Bramhall, Cheadle, Cheadle Hulme, Hazel Grove, Marple, Romiley, Heaton Moor and Edgeley (postcodes SK1–SK8, SK12). Alliant Energy is based in Nelson, Lancashire and covers every Greater Manchester borough.
How long does a heat pump installation take in Stockport?
Typically 2–3 days on site. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme voucher must be approved first, which usually takes 2–4 weeks, and we handle the application. Most customers go from survey to switch-on in 6–10 weeks.
Methodology and sources
Stockport figures come from Boiler Upgrade Scheme redemptions by local authority (DESNZ/Ofgem, August 2026 release), Census 2021 tables TS044, TS046 and TS054 (ONS via Nomis) and EPC records to March 2025 (ONS). Per-household rates use 126,649 Stockport households (Census 2021). Data checked 2026-09-27.
