This marks a staggering 144% increase from the previous year, which Octopus says signals a growing trend among homeowners eager to ditch traditional heating systems.
The UK heat pump industry hit a new record with almost 60,000 certified installations in 2024, as part of a bumper year for small-scale renewables, according to MCS data.
With the UK government’s annual target of 600,000 new heat pump installations by 2028 another year closer, Octopus’ figures show exponentially growing consumer demand. A similar growth from 2025-2026, 2026-2026 and 2027-2028 could see the UK hitting this target.
Octopus Energy says the £7,500 grant from the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), is also helping to boost the uptake of heat pumps, as well as them being cheaper to run than boilers.
To further drive down running costs, the government is currently considering moving environmental and social levies off electricity.
‘UK at cusp of heating revolution’
Alex Schoch, Global Director of Clean Tech at Octopus Energy, said: “With over 200,000 inquiries in just one year, it’s clear that the UK is at the cusp of a heating revolution.
“The appetite is there, British homeowners are hungry to go green. But the industry must step up and demystify heat pump technology to help people make informed choices.”
Octopus has already invested over £75million to speed up the rollout of heat pumps. Its proprietary ‘Cosy 6’ heat pump is designed and manufactured in the UK.
Octopus has also built an R&D and engineer training centre for heat pumps in Slough – the first of its kind in the country.
Image credit: Cosy 6 heat pump, Octopus Energy.