Switching to an Octopus Energy deal in Wantage

First of all, congratulations on your move to Wantage! 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!

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 Wantage. 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.

Once you move to your new home in Wantage 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 7,610 houses in Wantage 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!

In Wantage there are different variables that go into the price of your energy bills, as well as the transfer of energy from one home to the next. It can be a bit of a complicated process, so fortunatuely, we’ve created some information that outlays the various factors that you should take into consideration when surveying the landscape of providers before you make a switch. Check out our guide here: energy transfer.

Perhaps before you dive in further, take a look at the few questions we’ve compiled below that will prove helpful in completing your energy conservation:

• What is the size of your old and new home
• How much energy will you consume in your new home? Is it more or less than previous?
• How far have you moved?
• Has the energy type changed from your previous to new residence?
• Will you or have you used a prepayment meter?

You might be thinking… I’m not sure if I have all of the answers. Don’t worry! Give us a call! Our experts can help you switch energy suppliers!

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 Wantage specifically, a Wantage 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 Henley-on-Thames, Wallingford or Wantage.

You might be wondering, especially if you are new to Wantage how the those living in the city heat their homes.

Well, the 2.45 inhabitants of Wantage tend to have houses that are built with or without: * Gas Central heating: In Wantage, 6517 of residents have gas central heating; The ratio of those who have gas or central heating is 85.64% per household. * Oil Central Heating: In Wantage, 120 of residents have oil central heating systems. The ratio for the prior is 1.58%. * Electric Central Heating: In Wantage, $City. electric_central_heating of the people living in the town have electric central heating in their homes; the ratio is 10.93% per household. * Central Heating: 141 people do not have central heating in their homes, The ratio of those who do not have central heating is 1.85% per household.

The most popular energy supplier in South East is British Gas. A large proportion of the inhabitants from large cities such as Oxford, Banbury and Abingdon get their energy from this supplier, and often they haven't actually switched at all. This means they could be losing a large sum of money. Some Brits have managed to save up to £400 a year on their energy bills simply by switching. So, although British Gas is the most popular supplier in your new area, don't feel that you are obliged to stick with them. We don't have anything against this provider, but switching itself can save you money. And our aim is to help you do that.

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 Wantage inhabitant household consumes 3,755.47 kWh a year. The median consumption of that same household would be 3,242.50 kWh.

To contact Octopus Energy’s customer service, you can ring them on 0330 808 1080. Or if you aren't convinced yet and would like to learn more about your different energy options, call us at 0330 054 0018. Our energy experts will assist you and guide you to the most suitable solution or offers available for you and your current energy needs. If you would rather get in touch with Octopus Energy directly, below you will find several options to reach them depending on your motives.

Who distributes electricity in Wantage?

Whether it is your fuse box or a cut in your neighborhood in Oxfordshire, 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 Wantage.

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 0800 029 4285. In Wantage, your local DNO is UK Power Networks. Once they have been informed they will send out a team to resolve the issue.

You never need up-to-date information on your DNO (District Network Operator) until you do! Inhabitants of Oxfordshire can call their local Oxfordshire DNO to get up-to-date information or in case of emergency.

You can also visit their website for more info:

In Wantage, who is the gas distributor?

You'll likely never need to get in touch with your gas distribution company in Wantage, 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 Cadent Gas. (Fun fact! Gas is transported through a complex system of pipes underground to get to your front door and heat your home.)