Switching to an Octopus Energy deal in Westhill
The Octopus Energy supply for Westhill inhabitants
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 Westhill 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 Westhill
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 Westhill. It doesn't matter if you have just moved to a new property in Westhill, 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 Westhill. Here are some fun facts!
- Westhill is located in the lovely county of Grampian.
- They have a population of 11,399 residents who live across 938 households.
- Westhill is the 712nd largest city in the UK.
If you want to find out more about how to switch to Octopus Energy in Westhill, read on for all the information you need! Our aim at Switch Plan is to find you the best energy deal for your household.
In Westhill - energy consumption
How are homes heated in Westhill?
You might be wondering, how do people heat their homes in Westhill? Well, the 0.57 inhabitants of Westhill tend to have houses that are built with or without:
- Electric Central Heating: In Westhill, $City. electric_central_heating of the people living in the town have electric central heating in their homes; the ratio being 2.70% per household.
- Gas Central heating: In Westhill, 864 of residents have gas central heating; The ratio being 92.11% per household.
- Oil Central Heating: In Westhill, 44 of residents have oil central heating systems. The ratio for this would be 4.65%.
- Central Heating: 5 people do not have central heating in their homes, With the ratio being 0.54% per household.
Who is the largest supplier of energy to the 938 households of Westhill?
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 is the average price/kWh in Westhill?
It’s typical for unit prices to change continuously. There is so much to navigate when choosing a provider, so it might be the most helpful for you to call our Switch Plan experts so that you can get the most accurate rates based on your household needs and your locations. Prices are very likely to be different in cities such as Banff and District Ward, Mid Formartine Ward or Stonehaven.
Average prices are not the most accurate indicators of what a household will pay for their energy; however, it can be useful in having a ballpark range for what the price is for the region. In Westhill, the average price per kWh is £10.6, just for an example. What this means is that Westhill inhabitant will pay approximately £0.38% less than the national UK average.
How much do people consume on average in Westhill?
Now that you know how much a kWh costs on average in Westhill, it might be useful to put a value on this and see how much residents of Westhill consume on average. Based on government data we are able to estimate that the average Westhill inhabitant household consumes 3,511.13 kWh a year. The median consumption of that same household would be 3,122.52 kWh.
In Westhill, how do you power your new home?
Who to contact before you move in Westhill?
First of all, congratulations on your move to Westhill! 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!
Get connected to the grid in Westhill
When you move, it is likely that your new home is already connected to the majority of the 938 properties in Westhill. However, if for some reason, like in instances when you built your home from the ground up, you are not yet connected, follow the steps below to learn how to connected your property to the grid in order to receive your energy supply.
- Call 0800 688 588 - the National Grid Energy Transmission (NGET) and schedule a meeting for pre-application.
- Submit application forms to the Electricity Systems Operator (ESO) - keep in mind, there is an 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.
- The your home will be connected to the grid.
This process can take some time, so make sure you organise along with building the new property, this will ensure you have energy up and ready to go in your new property before moving in.
You're now in Westhill 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 Westhill. 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.
How do I sort out an energy transfer in Westhill?
In Westhill, or in any town in the UK for that matter, there are certain factors that will affect the price of your energy bills when transferring energy from one home to another. We have in-depth information of the various factors that come into play in our guide here: energy transfer. Before digging in, we have a few simple questions that are helpful for successfully completing your energy transfer.
- What is the size of your new home?
- How much energy does your new home consume?
- How far away have you moved from your previous residence
- What type of energy does your new home use?
- Do you currently use a prepayment meter?
You might be wondering how to answer all of these questions, and even if you have the answer, might think… “Ok, well what’s next?” Give us a call! Our experts can help you switch energy suppliers!
Westhill's local gas & electricity distribution
What should I do if I experience a power cut in Westhill?
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 Westhill.
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 Westhill, your local DNO is SSE Power Distribution. Once they have been informed they will send out a team to resolve the issue.
How can I contact the energy distributor for Westhill?
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 |
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SSE Power Distribution General Number | 0345 070 7373 |
SSE Power Distribution Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
Wales & West Utilities Number | 0800 912 29 99 |
Wales & West Utilities Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
You can visit their website for more info:
SSE Power Distribution | SSE Power Distribution website |
Wales & West Utilities | Wales & West Utilities website |
Who is the electricity distributor in Westhill?
Who distributes electricity in Westhill?
Who distributes Westhill's gas?
You'll likely never need to get in touch with your gas distribution company in Westhill, since your energy supplier can usually address any problems you experience. But if you have a specific question, you might want to get in touch with your local gas distribution company. For example, you might be wondering how gas travels around the UK... We won't bore you with the details, but it's quite clever, and it is managed in your region by Wales & West Utilities. (Fun fact! Gas is transported through a complex system of pipes underground to get to your front door and heat your home.)

Switching to Octopus Energy Westhill - everything you need to know.
Switching energy suppliers isn't difficult at all, especially when you have the Switch Plan experts here to help! All it involves is one quick phone call in which you outline your energy requirements and what you are looking for in your energy plan, and you can be switched over to a new plan in just minutes. If you decide you want to switch to an Octopus Energy deal, then you can ring them up on 0330 808 1080 and their representatives can carry out the switch for you from beginning to end. Alternatively, if you decide you want an alternative energy plan, then have a chat with one of our experts by ringing 0330 054 0018.
Here you can learn more about the benefits of switching energy suppliers. The article will also discuss the process of switching and as you will see, if you decide to switch providers, the following information will need to be provided to our experts.
- Average monthly energy spend
- Energy bill (not older than 3 months)
- MPRN (Meter Point Reference Number)
- Postcode
- Energy supplier
- Energy tariff
Contact information for Octopus Energy in Westhill.
If you want to reach Octopus Energy’s customer service directly, call them on 0330 808 1080, or on one of the numbers in the table below. However, if you prefer to explore all the options for your energy supply call our experts on 0330 054 0018. Our energy professionals will advise you on the ideal supplier based on your needs in Westhill
Type of Enquiry | Number to contact |
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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 |
Westhill - Octopus Energy tariffs available
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.
In Westhill, 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.
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 |
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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 |
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Super Green Octopus 12M | 12 months fixed | 16.81 p |
9.18 p |
21.67 p |
Exclusive Octopus 12M | 12 months fixed | 17.69 p |
9.1 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 |
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