Switching to an Octopus Energy deal in Fernhill Ward

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Octopus Energy, the rising supplier in Hampshire

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 Fernhill Ward 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 Fernhill Ward

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 Fernhill Ward. It doesn't matter if you have just moved to a new property in Fernhill Ward, 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 Fernhill Ward. Here are some fun facts!

Fernhill Ward is located in the lovely county of Hampshire.
They have a population of 13,643 residents who live across 5,621 households.
Fernhill Ward is the 557th largest city in the UK.

If you want to find out more about how to switch to Octopus Energy in Fernhill Ward, 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 Fernhill Ward

How much do people consume on average in Fernhill Ward?

It’s particularly important to know the average energy consumption in a focused area. Of course, it is helpful to start with the region, understanding how much a kWh is in the broader areas. Interesting to note 2018 government data indicates that median consumption would be 3,542.43 kWh, and the average Fernhill Ward inhabitant household consumes 3,990.92 kWh a year.

Who is the largest supplier of energy to the 5,621 households of Fernhill Ward?

In South East, and indeed across a lot of Hampshire, the most popular energy supplier is British Gas. A historical supplier with a huge customer base notably in the in the counties most populated cities such as Southampton, Portsmouth and Basingstoke. Many households in Hampshire have never switched to a new supplier. This means that Fernhill Ward inhabitants who have stuck with British Gas could be losing money each year. Switching supplier can save you up to £400 a year on your energy bills, so why not switch to a new provider? We aren't saying that British Gas aren't a good provider, but in fact the act of switching can save you money. So, don't forget that you are free to change energy suppliers at any time in Fernhill Ward. Give us a ring to find out how you can make savings by switching suppliers.

How are homes heated in Fernhill Ward?

You might be wondering, how do people heat their homes in Fernhill Ward? Well, the 2.31 inhabitants of Fernhill Ward tend to have houses that are built with or without:

Electric Central Heating: In Fernhill Ward, $City. electric_central_heating of the people living in the town have electric central heating in their homes; the ratio being 7.27% per household.
Gas Central heating: In Fernhill Ward, 5109 of residents have gas central heating; The ratio being 90.89% per household.
Oil Central Heating: In Fernhill Ward, 10 of residents have oil central heating systems. The ratio for this would be 0.18%.
Central Heating: 93 people do not have central heating in their homes, With the ratio being 1.66% per household.

How much is the average price/kWh in Fernhill Ward?

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 Fernhill Ward specifically, a Fernhill Ward inhabitant tends to pay around £10.05. This is roughly £-5.55% less compared to the UK average.

A price which is applicable on a local basis but can differ in neighbourhing cities such as Chandlers Ford, Lymington or Fernhill Ward.

All Octopus tariffs currently available in Fernhill Ward

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.

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

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

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

Octopus Energy procures their energy from a combination of solar, wind, and hydropower. They claim to be UK’s largest investor in solar power. In case you are wondering what their energy mix looks like, we have it for you below!

75.3% wind
31% solar
3.7% hydropower

In addition to purchasing their own energy, Octopus energy also generates it. One of their tariffs - the “Supergreen Octopus” plan combines carbon-offsets with 100% renewable electricity. They do not offer carbon-neutral biomethane gas, which is typical of most green energy suppliers, such as Green Energy UK and Ecotricity.

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

What you need to know about are your gas & electricity distribution network operators in Fernhill Ward

Who distributes Fernhill Ward's gas?

Some of us in our spare time wonder, "Where does the gas and electricity that powers my house come from and how does it travel across however far it needs to go to get to my home?" For those of us who are curious, we have all of the information for you!

If you're interested in getting in touch with your gas distribution company to have this and other questions answered, your gas is provided by Cadent Gas in New Forest District.

Gas is distributed through a pretty complex system of pipes called the Gas Distribution Network, which manages the transportation of gas around the UK. Should you ever have an additonal technical queries, they can be solved by your gas distributor in Fernhill Ward, as well as any other questions regarding your gas supply. You can also go directly to your supplier for similar questions:

How can I contact the energy distributor for Fernhill Ward?

There is never a time you need up-to-date information on your DNO (District Network Operator) until there is an instance of a power cut or similar emergency. Those living in Hampshire can call their local Hampshire DNO to get up-to-date information or in case of emergency.

Company name	Company number
UK Power Networks General Number	0800 029 4285
UK Power Networks Emergency Number	0800 31 63 105
Cadent Gas Number	0345 835 1111
Cadent Gas Emergency Number	0800 111 999

You can also visit their website for more info:

UK Power Networks	UK Power Networks website
Cadent Gas	Cadent Gas website

What should I do if I experience a power cut in Fernhill Ward?

If you ever experience a power cut, the first thing you should do is check the source. If you notice that there are any switches that have been turned off, it might be because of a fuse that has tripped in the circuit of your home. Alternatively, it could be a cut in your neighborhood in Hampshire. Regardless of the source, it is important to know what to do if you ever experience a power cut in your home.

If the cut is one that came from your area, it's best to call your local distribution network operator directly on the following number 0800 029 4285. In Fernhill Ward, your local DNO is UK Power Networks. It is very likely that a team will be dispatched to help you and possibly your neighbors resolve the issue.

If the power cut happened when you were switching on a light or an appliance, it’s very likely that the cut is just in your home in Fernhill Ward..

Alternatively, the cut could be in your area, and if this is the case, it is usually from an interrupted power line that is connected to your house. The most common cases when this happens are: * When a power line was damaged or knocked over. * Lightning has struck a utility pole * Transformers were either shut down or struck by lightning

Who is the electricity distributor in Fernhill Ward?

Who distributes electricity in Fernhill Ward?

Light up your new home in Fernhill Ward

Who to contact before you move in Fernhill Ward?

First of all, congratulations on your move to Fernhill Ward! 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 Fernhill Ward?

In Fernhill Ward, 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!

Get connected to the grid in Fernhill Ward

Once you move to your new home in Fernhill Ward 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 5,621 houses in Fernhill Ward 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 Fernhill Ward 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 Fernhill Ward. 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.

Switching to Octopus Energy in Fernhill Ward

It dosen’t need to be too complicated to switch energy suppliers; people tend to think that switching suppliers tends to be difficult and take a good bit of time but this doesn’t have to be the case! When you read our guide on Octopus Energy in Fernhill Ward, you will have everything that you need to decide if Octopus is the right energy supplier for you, based on your needs. You could give their representatives a ring, or contact us so we can be sure that they are the best match for you! We can provide information about Octopus Energy and make the switch for you! Give us a ring on 0330 054 0018, to find out more.

You property’s postcode
An energy bill that is no older than 3 months
Your current energy supplier
Your current energy tariff
An average monthly energy bill
MPRN (Meter Point Reference Number)

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 Fernhill Ward, 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.

Contact information for Octopus Energy in Fernhill Ward.

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 Fernhill Ward

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