Data from the Heat Pump Association has revealed there were a total of 125,037 units of air, ground, water and other heat pumps sold last year, a 27% increase on 2024.
More than a third of the heat pumps (36%) were manufactured in the UK, an increase on the number for 2024, the figures show. But the industry warned the growth rate in the sector has slowed compared to last year.
A spokesperson for the End Fuel Poverty Coalition, commented:
“High levels of heat pump sales are a welcome sign that cleaner heating is starting to scale up and the fact more than a third are now manufactured in the UK shows the potential for jobs and investment alongside lower emissions.
“But the reality is that 125,000 sales a year is still a long way from what we need to see. With gas prices continuing to show volatility and the UK unable to meet domestic heating needs from the depleting North Sea gas reserves from next year, moving onto heat pumps will be the way forward for many households.
“But moving onto a heat pump should come with a Warm Homes Guarantee, with independent advice, strong consumer protections and a clear promise that homes will be more comfortable after work is done.
“Ministers must also tackle one of the biggest barriers holding back heat pump take-up: the high cost of electricity. Without reform of electricity pricing and targeted support for those in fuel poverty, clean heating will remain out of reach for too many households.”