Switching to an Octopus Energy deal in Peterhead

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Octopus Energy in Peterhead

Last update: September 2021

Who is Octopus? Octopus Energy have had a pretty impressive trajectory since they were founded in 2015. Gaining around 30,000 customers a month, they now provide gas and electricity plans to over 1 million customers across the UK. Their growth can be put down to their affordable and widely-considered eco-friendly energy plans, as well as their numerous partnerships with other suppliers. For example, in 2018, Octopus Energy and M&S Energy joined together in a partnership within which Octopus took over all of M&S's customers. Moreover, in 2019, Octopus acquired Coop energy, who had 30,000 customers.

Switching to Octopus Energy

Switching energy suppliers has an unfair reputation for being overly difficult and time consuming. It's unfair because it's not true! If after reading our guide to Octopus Energy in Peterhead you decide that they are the best energy supplier for you, then why not give their representatives a ring and they can carry out the whole switch for you, from start to finish. If, however, you decide that you want to shop around for an alternative energy plan, then you can ring up our experts who can switch you over to the best plan on the market for you. Give us a ring on 0330 054 0018.

Switching suppliers in Peterhead

Now you know what it means to switch, and who Octopus Energy are, let's narrow it down a bit and learn how to switch to Octopus in Peterhead. It doesn't matter if you have just moved to a new property in Peterhead, or if you have lived in the area for some time and have decided to switch, it's more or less a similar process! Let's find out a bit about Peterhead. Here are some fun facts!

Peterhead is located in the lovely county of Grampian.
They have a population of 18,747 residents who live across 14,373 households.
Peterhead is the 399th largest city in the UK.

If you want to find out more about how to switch to Octopus Energy in Peterhead, read on for all the information you need! Our aim at Switch Plan is to find you the best energy deal for your household.

Energy consumption in Peterhead

Who is the largest supplier of energy to the 14,373 households of Peterhead?

You might be curious to learn who the most popular energy supplier in North Scotland. The most popular energy supplier in North Scotland is SSE. A large proportion of the inhabitants from large cities such as Aberdeen, Elgin and Huntly Strathbogie and Howe of Alford Ward procure their energy from this supplier. Since most often individuals fail to switch their energy supplier, they might be missing out on a large sum of money they could save. On average, those living in the UK have been able to save up to £400 a year on their energy bills by making a switch. Although SSE is the most popular in your region, they might not be the best supplier for you. Or, they might be if you don’t already have them and they can offer you a better deal either purely or based on your household needs. Regardless of who your supplier is, you are not in any way obligated to stick with them. Switching can save you money, and we’re here to help you navigate and make the best switch possible.

How much do people consume on average in Peterhead?

Knowing how much a kWh tends to cost in a region is all well and good, but it's even more useful to know what the average consumption is in a particular area. 2018 government data indicates that the average Peterhead inhabitant household consumes 3,542.93 kWh a year. The median consumption of that same household would be 3,087.94 kWh.

How are homes heated in Peterhead?

You might be wondering, how do people heat their homes in Peterhead? Well, the 0.57 inhabitants of Peterhead tend to have houses that are built with or without:

Electric Central Heating: In Peterhead, $City. electric_central_heating of the people living in the town have electric central heating in their homes; the ratio being 13.07% per household.
Gas Central heating: In Peterhead, 9961 of residents have gas central heating; The ratio being 69.30% per household.
Oil Central Heating: In Peterhead, 2235 of residents have oil central heating systems. The ratio for this would be 15.55%.
Central Heating: 299 people do not have central heating in their homes, With the ratio being 2.08% per household.

How much is the average price/kWh in Peterhead?

Did you know that not everyone in the UK pays the exact same amount for their energy per unit? This is because gas and electricity wholesale prices vary depending on where you live. In Peterhead specifically, a Peterhead inhabitant tends to pay around £10.6. This is roughly £0.38% less compared to the UK average.

A price which is applicable on a local basis but can differ in neighbourhing cities such as Ellon and District Ward, Turriff and District Ward or Buckie.

Octopus Energy prices, dual fuel rates & tariffs in Peterhead

Octopus is known for having reasonable, hyper competitive prices, but their tariffs are unique as well, unlike most other energy suppliers out there. They are 100% renewable, which is rare, especially as a low cost provider. 100% renewable energy counts towards both electricity and gas.

If you have an electric vehicle - Octopus Energy might be the perfect provider for you. They have an electric vehicle incentive where customers can lease out an electric car and charger, and access cheaper rates to charge the vehicle (often at night if you select an economy 7 plan where the tariffs vary between day and night). Octopus Energy stands to their green initiatives, as you can see, one of their goals is to improve the ease of access to electric vehicles.

What gas plans does Octopus offer?

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Unit Price price/kWh	Standing Charge price/day
Super Green Octopus 12M	12 months fixed	2.96 p	17.85 p
Exclusive Octopus 12M	12 months fixed	2.28 p	17.85 p
Helpful Octopus 24M	24 months fixed	2.56 p	25.04 p
Flexible Octopus	Variable tariff	3.2 p	16.8 p
Octopus Tracker	Variable tariff	1.84 p	15.09 p

Two rates energy plans

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Day Time Unit Price price/kWh	Night Time Unit Price price/kWh	Standing Charge price/day
Exclusive Octopus 12M	12 months fixed	17.69 p	9.1 p	21.67 p
Super Green Octopus 12M	12 months fixed	16.81 p	9.18 p	21.67 p
Helpful Octopus 24M	24 months fixed	16.81 p	9.18 p	24.57 p
Flexible Octopus	Variable tariff	17.48 p	9.3 p	20.43 p
Helpful Octopus 24M	24 months fixed	16.81 p	9.18 p	24.57 p

In Peterhead, what are Octopus Energy’s green energy contributions?

Octopus Energy use 100% renewable electricity which is generated from a combination of wind, solar and hydropower. They claim to be the UK’s biggest investor in solar power. Their energy fuel mix is as follows.

75.3% wind
31% solar
3.7% hydropower

Octopus is a very green supplier. As well as purchasing their green energy they also generate it. One of their tariffs, the “Supergreen Octopus” plan also combines 100% renewable electricity with carbon-offset gas. However, contrary to other green suppliers such as Ecotricity or Green Energy UK they do not offer carbon-neutral biomethane gas.

Electricity tariffs - Standalone

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Unit Price price/kWh	Standing Charge price/day
Super Green Octopus 12M	12 months fixed	15.03 p	21.67 p
Exclusive Octopus 12M	12 months fixed	14.97 p	21.67 p
Helpful Octopus 24M	24 months fixed	15.03 p	24.49 p
Flexible Octopus	Variable tariff	15.52 p	19.38 p
Octopus Tracker/strong>	Variable tariff	11.81 p	18.52 p

Peterhead's local gas & electricity distribution

How can I contact the energy distributor for Peterhead?

Experiencing an electricity power cut in Grampian, or facing an issue with your gas supply? You might want to get in touch with your distribution network operator directly; they can help you if you need some up to date information, and can be quite useful as a point of contact when there is an issue such as a power outage.

Contact information below:

Company name	Company number
SSE Power Distribution General Number	0345 070 7373
SSE Power Distribution Emergency Number	0800 111 999
Cadent Gas Number	0345 835 1111
Cadent Gas Emergency Number	0800 111 999

You can visit their website for more info:

SSE Power Distribution	SSE Power Distribution website
Cadent Gas	Cadent Gas website

Who distributes Peterhead's gas?

Not everyone has the time to find out where their gas and electricity comes from, no less how it travels and how far it needs to go from origin to destination, i.e., my home! Since you don’t have the time nor should be bothered by finding all of this information out, we have consolidated all of this information in one short summary below:

Gas is distributed through a complex system of pipes - this is the Gas Distribution Network, and this network manages the transportation of gas around the UK> Should you ever have any technical inquiries, these can often be answered by your gas distributor in Peterhead, as well as any other queries you might have about your gas supply. You can also go to your supplier for additional information.

In case you would like to get in touch with your gas distribution company to have this and any additional questions answered, your gas is provided by Cadent Gas in Aberdeenshire.

What should I do if I experience a power cut in Peterhead?

Whether it is your fuse box or a cut in your neighborhood in Grampian, it's important to know what to do if you ever experience a power cut. It's not the highlight of anyone's day, but the good thing is that there are ways you can easily address. The first step when experiencing a power cut is to check the source. It might be a fuse that tripped in your house circuit, so be sure to check your fuse box and see if any of the switches have been turned off.

If the power cut happened when switching on an appliance or light then it is likely that it’s just in your home in Peterhead.

If the cut is not local, the cause could be one that is in your area; several reasons of which are out of your control, and are often because the power lines to your home were interrupted. This can happen when: * A power line has been damaged or knocked over. * Lightning has struck a utility pole * Transformers have been shut down

If this is the case, it’s best you call your local distribution network operator directly on the following number 0345 070 7373. In Peterhead, your local DNO is SSE Power Distribution. Once they have been informed they will send out a team to resolve the issue.

Who is the electricity distributor in Peterhead?

An electricity distribution network operator is responsible for the cables and towers which carry electricity across your region and to your front door. Most have no idea how the distribution network operator system works or who they even are, since customers never see their distribution network operator. But, you might want to know how to get in touch in moments of importance.

Want to know who distributes electricity in Peterhead? We've got you covered! No need to look any further for your local DNO. In Peterhead your electricity distributor is SSE Power Distribution.

Switching to Octopus Energy in Peterhead

Switching energy suppliers has an unfair reputation for being overly difficult and time-consuming. It's unfair because it's not true! If after reading our guide on Octopus Energy in Peterhead, you decide that they are the best energy supplier for you, then why not give their representatives a ring and they can carry out the whole switch for you, from start to finish. If, however, you decide that you want to shop around for an alternative energy plan, then you can ring up our experts who can switch you over to the best plan currently on the market, that is made for you. Give us a ring on 0330 054 0018, to find out more.

Switching energy suppliers will allow you to make savings on your energy bills as well as find a rate more suited for you and your home. On the following page about switching energy suppliers, you can learn about all the benefits of switching as well as the process involved. If you decide to switch providers, note that you will need to provide the following information.

Properties postcode
Energy supplier
Energy tariff
An average monthly energy bill
Energy bill (not older than 3 months)
MPRN (Meter Point Reference Number)

Contact information for Octopus Energy in Peterhead.

If you are looking to contact Octopus Energy’s customer service, you can call 0330 808 1080, or one of their numbers in the table below. However, if you want to explore all of the options in your Peterhead, you can call our energy supply experts on 0330 054 0018. We are super happy to help you find the right supplier based on your needs!

Type of Enquiry	Number to contact
General Enquiries for Domestic Customers Email for general queries about your Octopus Energy home plan	hello@octopus.energy Open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday
General Enquiries for Business Customers Number for queries about your Octopus Energy energy plan	business@octopus.energy Open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday
Domestic customers: general enquiries Call this number for general enquiries about your energy plan	0808 164 1088 Monday to Friday: 9am-5pm
Business customers: general enquiries 24 hour number for boiler emergencies	020 3389 56138 Monday to Friday: 9am-5pm
Complaints number Number to complain about your Octopus Energy plan	0333 344 22688 Monday to Friday: 9am-5pm
Octopus Electric Vehicles Phone number to speak to customer services as a small business	020 870 38928 Monday to Friday 9am-5pm

Powering your new place in Peterhead

Who to contact before you move in Peterhead?

First of all, congratulations on your move to Peterhead! Moving is a big step, and to make sure that nothing slips through the cracks, we’ve highlighted some of the various organizations you should contact to update your address. A non exhaustive list includes:

Banks and financial institutions - Include the address that is linked to both your debit and credit cards.
Government/local bodies - Update with the DVLA
Insurance providers - To keep your cards from becoming invalid

To make things easier, we have a comprehensive checklist to be sure that you have everything covered!

How do I sort out an energy transfer in Peterhead?

You can keep the same supplier when moving house in most instances if you so wish. We have a guide on how to manage an energy transfer. Before digging in, we will explain a few factors that could affect whether you will be able to keep your supplier or not.

Such factors include: * The presence of a prepayment meter on your new property * How far you’ve moved from your original residence * Whether your new property uses electricity, gas, or dual fuel * Whether you have upgraded/downgraded the size of your home. * Your new home’s estimated energy consumption

These factors all affect the tariffs that will be available to you in your new home. If Peterhead is far away from your original location, your tariff could be much more expensive than it was prior to your move.

So if your bill goes up in costs, we highly recommend that you switch energy suppliers and look at the best deal for your area. We’re more than happy to help you navigate the best switch for you! Just give our experts a call at the number on the top of the screen.

Get connected to the grid in Peterhead

Once you move to your new home in Peterhead there are steps you will need to follow to connect to the grid so that you can receive your energy supply to both power and heat your home. It is likely that your property is already connected to the grid, however in instances that it’s not, e.g., when you are building a new home, follow the steps below. (The vast majority of the 14,373 houses in Peterhead are already connected so the list below is for those that are building a new property.

Call the National Grid Energy Transmission (NGET) on 0800 688 588 in order to arrange a pre-application meeting. This meeting is about the workload, timeline and cost of the project.
Submit application forms to the Electricity Systems Operator (ESO) - don’t be surprised by the application fee!
A team will then come to your property for an assessment and will send you a quote in 1 to 3 working weeks.
Enjoy your power!

You're now in Peterhead and want to set up Octopus as your new supplier

Like with any big change, there are some steps that you need to complete before you move house. One easy step that might save you money is to take a meter reading before you move. This way, you´re not paying for energy that you did not use! Once you have the meter reading and Meter Point Reference Number you are good to go!

But, just to be sure, check out our moving checklist so that you won't leave anything behind! * The most important thing! Before moving, take a meter reading so that you do not need to pay for energy that you haven’t used. * After you have your meter reading, it's time to sort out your Meter Point Reference Number (MPRN). * Once your MPRN is sorted, you are then clear to move without having to worry about paying for energy that you didn't use. In case you have any doubt´s we have more extensive guides dedicated to moving into a new build and moving into a rented house.

Setting up your gas and electricity in a new home can be difficult, especially when moving to a new city like Peterhead. When you move, until you switch to a new supplier or tariff with your current supplier, you will be put under a ‘deemed contract’ or the standard tariff of the previous homeowner’s supplier until you switch. You can make the switch by calling your chosen supplier or, to make things a bit easier, by calling us at Switch Plan to help you find the best deal. We suggest that you switch out of the deemed contract as soon as possible because it is usually more expensive than your typical tariff.