Daikin Altherma Air Source Heat Pump Cost in North West England
£7,000 to £14,000 installed before the grant, or £0 to £6,500 after a £7,500 grant.
Prices are PumpSwap's indicative figures for Daikin Altherma, not quotes. Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant (£9,000 for off-gas homes on oil or LPG).
Daikin's Altherma 3 range covers split and monobloc air-to-water heat pumps. The Altherma 3 R split pairs a compact outdoor unit with an indoor hydrobox; the Altherma 3 H HT reaches 70°C flow for homes keeping their radiators. Daikin rates the 3 R to keep working down to -25°C and the 3 H HT to -28°C.
Daikin Altherma models and running costs in North West England
Running costs for 10,000 kWh of heat a year at 26.49p per kWh (Ofgem price cap for North Western England, 1 October to 31 December 2026), at a 45°C design flow temperature: the midpoint of each model's MCS-certified 35°C and 55°C SCOPs.
| Model | Size | SCOP 35°C / 55°C | Installed, before grant | Running cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altherma 3 R 8kW 3-4 bed homes | 8 kW | 4.36 / 3.24 | £7,000 to £12,000 | £695 |
| Altherma 3 H HT 14kW large or hard-to-heat homes. 14 is the size class; rated output 13 kW at -10°C | 14 kW | 4.47 / 3.54 | £10,000 to £14,000 | £660 |
Pros
- Split design with a compact outdoor unit (58.5 kg for the 3 R 8kW)
- Altherma 3 H HT reaches 70°C flow for radiator systems
- Rated to work down to -25°C (3 R) and -28°C (3 H HT)
Cons
- Standard warranty is 2 years; 5 needs Stand By Me activation and annual maintenance
- The 3 R 8kW has a high sound power (62 dB(A)), so siting matters
Best for: Buyers wanting a split system with a small outdoor unit, or 70°C flow for radiators (3 H HT). Warranty: 2 years, up to 7 with conditions.
What North West England means for your heat pump
- Climate. January averages 6.6°C by day and 1.4°C at night, with 48 days of air frost a year (Met Office 1991-2020; UK 1.2°C and 53 days). The heat loss survey sizes the unit for your local design temperature.
- Gas grid. 10% of homes here are off the gas grid (2024 estimate; Great Britain 16%). Homes on oil or LPG with no mains gas can claim £9,000 until 31 March 2027.
- Grant. Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant (£9,000 for off-gas homes on oil or LPG).
Full detail for the region, including planning rules and running costs against gas: air source heat pump cost in North West England.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Daikin Altherma heat pump cost in North West England?
£7,000 to £14,000 installed before the grant, or £0 to £6,500 after a £7,500 grant. These are PumpSwap's indicative 2026 prices; your installer's survey sets the real figure.
Can I get the grant on a Daikin Altherma heat pump in North West England?
Yes, if your home qualifies: the Boiler Upgrade Scheme is not tied to a brand, as long as the installer is MCS-certified. It comes straight off the quote.
What would a Daikin Altherma heat pump cost to run in North West England?
Roughly £660 a year for the Altherma 3 H HT 14kW to deliver 10,000 kWh of heat at 26.49p per kWh (Ofgem price cap for North Western England, 1 October to 31 December 2026). That assumes a 45°C design flow temperature, estimated from its MCS-certified SCOPs of 4.47 at 35°C and 3.54 at 55°C. A lower flow temperature, with bigger radiators or underfloor heating, costs less to run.
Who installs Daikin Altherma heat pumps in North West England?
MCS-certified installers across North West England fit Daikin Altherma. Ask for a heat loss survey and compare two or three quotes on the same basis: unit size, cylinder, radiator changes and warranty.
Heat pump guides for North West England
- Air source heat pump cost in North West England
- Heat pump grants in North West England and how to claim them
- Air source heat pump installers in North West England
- Air source heat pump installation cost in the UK
- The best air source heat pumps in the UK, compared
- The £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme, explained
Prices, models, efficiency and warranties are indicative and change; confirm with your MCS-certified installer. Climate: Met Office 1991-2020 averages. Energy prices: Ofgem price cap for North Western England, 1 October to 31 December 2026.
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