According to HPA’s factory gate sales data, 98,469 hydronic heat pumps were sold in the UK in 2024. The surge was largely driven by a 64% rise in Air to Water Monobloc sales and a 100% increase in other heat pump types, including Domestic Hot Water Heat Pumps, Exhaust Air Heat Pumps, and Integrated Hybrid Heat Pumps.
Following modest 4% growth between 2022 and 2023, this sharp increase signals rising confidence in the market. Government schemes such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme and the Energy Company Obligation have played a key role, with MCS heat pump notifications making up 60% of total sales.
To meet growing demand, workforce training has also expanded. In 2024, 9,062 individuals completed a recognised heat pump training qualification, marking a 15% increase from 2023.
Despite these gains, challenges remain in reaching national decarbonisation targets. The UK’s previous government set a goal of 600,000 annual heat pump installations by 2028, while the Climate Change Committee recommends heat pumps in 10% of UK households by 2030. Achieving these targets will require continued policy support and industry collaboration.
Energy Minister Miatta Fahnbulleh welcomed the progress, stating:
“It’s fantastic to see huge progress on heat pump installations, with thousands of people now benefiting from clean heating in their homes.
We are keeping up this momentum by almost doubling the budget for our Boiler Upgrade Scheme in the next financial year, giving more families £7,500 off the cost.
At the same time, our Heat Training Grant will have provided a further 10,000 opportunities by April to train up heat pump and heat network professionals, supporting skilled jobs across the country.”
HPA Chief Executive Charlotte Lee also highlighted the importance of sustained support:
“2024 was a pivotal year for the UK heat pump market, and it’s fantastic to share our figures showing a 63% increase in heat pump sales and 15% increase in individuals successfully completing heat pump training.
However, to sustain and strengthen this level of growth and encourage further investment in UK manufacturing and in growing a skilled and competent workforce, there needs to be a clear, credible heat decarbonisation transition plan published by the Government which includes a detailed heat pump installation pathway, supported by policy and regulatory change.”
With sales and training on the rise, the UK heat pump sector is gaining momentum, but long-term growth will depend on continued investment and government action.