- Area
- Greater London
- Postcode district
- W11
- Nation
- England
- Nearby
- Kensington, Hammersmith, Chelsea
We cover Notting Hill and nearby Kensington, Hammersmith and the rest of Greater London. A heat pump is a whole-system change, so the survey looks at radiators, pipework, the hot water cylinder and the best spot for the outdoor unit.
Heat pump services in Notting Hill
All services in Notting Hill:
Grants and rules for heat pumps in England
Homes in Notting Hill can use the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which takes £7,500 off the cost of an air source heat pump when it replaces fossil-fuel or electric heating. Replacing oil or LPG heating qualifies for £9,000 for installations from 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027, and air-to-air systems for £2,500. The MCS-certified installer named in your quote applies for the grant and deducts it from the price.
There is no VAT on installing a heat pump anywhere in the UK until 31 March 2027. In England most houses can have an air source heat pump under permitted development, provided the unit meets the MCS noise and siting standards; the old 1 m boundary limit was removed on 29 May 2025. We flag listed buildings, flats and sensitive conservation-area positions at survey.
Heat pump guide prices in Notting Hill
Here are typical prices for an air source heat pump in Greater London, installed and including VAT. Use the guide price tool for a figure based on your home, then a survey confirms it in writing.
| Home | Typical size | Installed guide price | After £7,500 grant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 bedroom flat or small terrace | 4–5 kW | £10,650–£14,000 | £3,150–£6,500 |
| 2–3 bedroom terrace or semi | 5–7 kW | £11,750–£15,100 | £4,250–£7,600 |
| 3 bedroom semi or small detached | 6–9 kW | £13,450–£17,350 | £5,950–£9,850 |
| 4 bedroom detached | 8–12 kW | £15,700–£20,150 | £8,200–£12,650 |
| 5+ bedroom or larger older house | 11–16 kW | £18,500–£25,200 | £11,000–£17,700 |
Installed, inc VAT: unit, cylinder, controls, minor pipework and commissioning.
Short winter days in Notting Hill and what they mean
Notting Hill sees roughly 7 hours 49 minutes of daylight in late December against 16 hours 38 minutes in June. Milder southern winters suit heat pumps well, though the system is still sized for a cold snap rather than an average day.
Heat pumps in Notting Hill: questions
Can you service a heat pump in Notting Hill that someone else installed?
Yes. We arrange servicing and repairs for most air source heat pumps in Notting Hill, whoever fitted them. Tell us the make and model when you book.
How long does installation take in Notting Hill?
Most installations take 2–4 days on site. Jobs with several radiator changes or new pipework take longer, and your quote for a Notting Hill home states the expected time.
Do I need new radiators for a heat pump in Notting Hill?
Often some, not all. Heat pumps run best at lower water temperatures, so rooms with small radiators may need larger ones. The survey of your Notting Hill home gives a room-by-room list.
Where would the outdoor unit go on a Notting Hill house?
Usually at the side or rear, on a level base with space around it for airflow and servicing, away from bedroom windows where possible. The surveyor checks positions at your Notting Hill home.