Over 60% of People Want Heat Pumps and Solar to Power Their Next Home

Over 60% of people want heat pumps and solar to power their next home

Over 60 per cent of home movers want their next property to generate its own energy with solar panels, battery storage and a heat pump.

Growing demand for energy-generating homes - BuyAssociation Group

Rising energy bills are increasing demand for homes that produce and store their own electricity, as buyers look for greater independence from the grid. Rightmove’s newly released 2026 Greener Homes Report has found that 63% of people planning to move would ideally like a home capable of generating most or all its own energy. And... Read more »

Energy costs drive demand for greener homes, Rightmove report finds

More homebuyers are looking for properties that offer greater energy independence as household bills rise, according to Rightmove’s 2026 Greener Homes

Energy-generating homes see rising buyer interest

Buyer demand for properties capable of generating their own energy has increased significantly, according to Rightmove data, with 63% of movers preferring homes that produce most or all of their own power. The shift follows volatile energy prices and summer heatwaves, though energy-efficient features remain concentrated in higher-priced properties.

Rising bills drive demand for energy-generating homes

Buyer priorities have shifted when it comes to finding green homes as energy costs rise, says Rightmove's Colleen Babcock.

Energy bills reshape buyer priorities as 63% seek self-powered homes

Rightmove research reveals growing demand for solar panels, heat pumps and cooler homes, but many energy-saving features come at a premium