Air conditioning and the £2,500 grant in Westminster
If you own a home in Westminster that's heated by gas, oil or electric, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme usually pays £2,500 towards an air-to-air heat pump — the wall-mounted unit most people call air conditioning. Here's what's specific to your borough.
Local planning notes
Most of Westminster sits inside a conservation area, so any street-facing condenser almost always needs planning consent. Flats have no permitted development rights — assume permission is required until your installer confirms otherwise. Rear light-wells and internal courtyards are the usual solutions.
Typical costs in Westminster
Typical single-room installs in Westminster run £2,200–£4,500 before the £2,500 grant, driven by access, scaffolding and freeholder coordination.
See if the £2,500 grant applies to your home — five questions.
Check eligibilityLocal information is indicative. Confirm planning and costs with an MCS-certified installer for your address, and check the current Ofgem guidance for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.