Switching to British Gas in Hampshire

Last update: March 2021

Just moved to Hampshire? On this page we have laid out all the information you need to make the switch over to British Gas in your area. We know you'll need to start fuelling up your new home pretty quickly, that's why we've made it really easy for you. On this page we've outlined all the information you need about switching over to British Gas in Hampshire.

Did you know that Hampshire is the 12th most heavily populated district in the UK with over 1,053,074 inhabitants? Energy is distributed by UK Power Networks to the 212,578 households that make up the whole county notably in the cities of Southampton, Portsmouth and Basingstoke. British Gas is the largest energy supplier in the UK and has been since 1986. They have a pretty big range of tariffs available, from dual fuel to green energy. So, if you want to join the 13 million others in the UK who are currently fuelled by British Gas when you move over to Hampshire, you've come to the right place.

At Switch Plan, our aim is to find you the best plan for your property. If you decide you want to make the switch over to a British Gas tariff, you can ring up their number for new customers on 0333 202 9505, or you can chat to one of our experts to find an alternative energy option by ringing us on 0300 054 0018.

British Gas: Contact Details 2020

Type of Enquiry	Number to contact
General Enquiries Do you have a query about your plan? A concern about your bill? A question about your smart meter? This is the number to call.	0333 202 9802 Open from 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday.
Top up plans Instead of general queries, this number is more specifically for questions around your PAYG tariff.	0330 100 0303 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday.
Complaints Do you have a complaint you would like resolved by British Gas? Ring this number and they will sort it for you.	0333 202 9532 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday Or send an email to: customercomplaints@britishgas.co.uk
Complaints Pay As You Go If you have a specific complaint about your PAYG tariff, then you should give this number a ring, and one of British Gas' representatives will be able to sort it out for you.	0333 202 9433 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday
British Gas Home Services complaints This is the number to ring should you have a specific complaint about services that do not relate to gas and electricity, but instead home services.	0333 200 8899 24 hours a day, seven days a week
British Gas HomeCare Do you have questions about British Gas Homecare? Do you need cover for a breakdown or a repair? Do you have a question about your central heating system? Call this number!	020 3936 0059 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Urgent breakdown	0333 200 8899 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Less urgent one-off repairs	0333 202 9799 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday
British Gas boilers Buying, installing or replacing a British Gas boiler	0333 202 9450 Monday to Friday from 8am-8pm or Saturday from 8am-6pm
New home set up Moved house and want to stick with British Gas? Give this numeber a ring.	0333 202 9802
New customer Making the switch over to British Gas is super easy. If you're a new customer and you want to know more about British Gas Tariffs, then call this number and you can be advised about available energy plans.	0333 202 9505 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturdays
Business energy - New customer If you want to switch your company over to a British Gas tariff, then this is the number you should ring for business enquiries.	0333 414 5739
Business energy - General enquiries If you currently use British Gas Business to supply energy to your company premises and you want to speak to someone about your business energy account	0333 331 0576 Monday to Friday from 8am-6pm or Saturday from 9am-1pm

Who are my gas & electricity distribution network operators in Hampshire?

If you need some up-to-date information, or are experiencing a powercut in Hampshire, then you should get in touch directly with your District Network Provider.

Company name	Company number
Hampshire UK Power Networks Emergency Number	0800 31 63 105
Hampshire UK Power Networks General Number	0800 029 4285
Hampshire SGN Number	0800 912 1700

You can also visit their website for more info:

UK Power Networks	SGN
UK Power Networks website	SGN website

Who distributes Hampshire's gas?

Ever wondered how gas actually arrives in your home? Well, before gas can actually reach you, it is transported through a complex system of pipes. These pipes form the Gas Distribution Network in the UK, of which there are 8. These are then controlled by 4 gas distribution companies. You will likely never have to get in touch with your gas distribution company, but if you were interested, gas is provided by SGN in Hampshire. If you wanted to get in touch with them for whatever reason, you can ring them on 0800 912 1700.

British Gas plans and tariffs in Hampshire

Two rates energy plans

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Day Time Unit Price (direct debit)   price/kWh	Night Time Unit Price (direct debit)   price/kWh	Standing Charge (direct debit)   price/kWh	Day Time Unit Price (cash payment)   price/kWh	Night Time Unit Price (cash payment)   price/kWh	Standing Charge (cash payment)   price/day
Home Energy Secure	24 months fixed	21.224 p	8.632 p	20.804 p	22.361 p	9.094 p	27.108 p
Energy with Boiler Cover	18 months fixed	21.224 p	8.632 p	20.843 p	22.361 p	9.094 p	27.147 p
Green Future	24 months fixed	21.224 p	8.632 p	25.5 p	22.361 p	9.094 p	31.804 p
Electric Drivers Energy Plan	18 months fixed	19.048 p	4.476 p	23.81 p	20.175 p	4.938 p	27.147 p
Standard Variable	Variable	21.451 p	8.723 p	23.413 p	22.588 p	9.185 p	27.63 p
Safeguard PAYG	Variable	21.36 p	8.48 p	27.76 p	/	/	/

Single Electricity plans

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Unit Price (direct debit)   price/kWh	Standing Charge (direct debit)   price/kWh	Unit Price (cash payment)   price/kWh	Standing Charge (cash payment)   price/day
Home Energy Secure	24 months fixed	17.425 p	22.812 p	18.356 p	27.108 p
Energy with Boiler Cover	18 months fixed	17.425 p	22.851 p	18.356 p	27.147 p
Green Future	24 months fixed	17.425 p	27.508 p	18.356 p	31.804 p
Electric Drivers Energy Plan	18 months fixed	/	/	/	/
Standard Variable	Variable	17.425 p	23.334 p	18.356 p	27.63 p
Safeguard PAYG	Variable	17.24 p	27.68 p	/	/

Gas plans

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Unit Price (direct debit)   price/kWh	Standing Charge (direct debit)   price/kWh	Unit Price (cash payment)   price/kWh	Standing Charge (cash payment)   price/day
Home Energy Secure	24 months fixed	3.343 p	23.431 p	3.526 p	27.85 p
Energy with Boiler Cover	18 months fixed	3.343 p	23.47 p	3.526 p	27.889 p
Green Future	24 months fixed	3.343 p	28.127 p	3.526 p	32.546 p
Electric Drivers Energy Plan	18 months fixed	3.593 p	23.6 p	3.785 p	27.937 p
Standard Variable	Variable	3.593 p	23.6 p	3.785 p	27.937 p
Safeguard PAYG	Variable	3.377 p	34.61 p	/	/

Switching to British Gas

How much do the 1,053,074 residents of Hampshire pay per kWh on average?

On average, a kWh in Hampshire costs around £10.05. Based on government data we are able to estimate that in Hampshire the average household consumes 3,990.92 kWh a year. The median consumption of that same household would be 3,542.43 kWh.

Moving house can be a difficult and time-consuming process, but at Switch Plan we want to make it as easy as possible and take care of your energy plan for you. In Hampshire, EDF is the most popular energy provider. However, this might not mean that they have the best plans for you and your energy needs. Remember, you can contact us on 0330 054 0018 to discuss your energy options.

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British Gas have plenty of information on their website about switching over to one of their plans. However, if you want free, impartial information about making this switch, don't hesitate to give us a ring on 0330 054 0018 and we can talk you through the best plan for you.