Switching to Octopus Energy in Strathclyde
Last update: January 2021
Octopus Energy in Strathclyde
There are so many suppliers and tariffs to choose from in Strathclyde. Don't be overwhelmed! The most important thing to remember is that your energy supply is personal to your household, and depends on the size of your home, the number of inhabitants, your average energy consumption, and so much more.
Have you lived in Strathclyde for a while and never switched suppliers? Or indeed, have you just moved to the area? Either way, how much do you really know about Strathclyde? Here are some fun facts:
- There are 1,585,703 inhabitants living in Strathclyde across 54,861.
- A decent chunk of that population living in the cities of Glasgow, Paisley, East Kilbride and Ayr.
- Strathclyde is the country's 5th most populated county in the UK.
- SSE is responsible for distributing energy to the 54,861 households of your county.
- SGN distributes gas to the homes of Strathclyde.
If you decide that Octopus Energy are the supplier for you, then you can call them on 0330 808 1080. If you are unsure and want to continue shopping around for an alternative plan, then give us a ring and our experts can carry out the switch for you.
Setting up an Octopus Energy contract in the 5th biggest county in the UK?
Did you know that Brits have reported savings of up to £400, simply by switching energy suppliers?
If Octopus Energy is the supplier for your new home in Strathclyde, then you should ring them up directly and their experts can carry out the switch for you. Alternatively, you can ring up our Switch Plan experts who can assist you in your search for your perfect energy supplier and plan.
Octopus Energy: Contact Details 2020
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 |
How can I contact Octopus Energy in Strathclyde?
Getting in touch with Octopus is really simple, and entirely necessary should you want to switch to one of their tariffs. Moreover, there are some questions that only your supplier can answer! If you have a powercut or another energy emergency, or should you have a question about a specific tariff, then you can get in touch with their advisers directly.
Remember that you can always get in touch with our experts at Switch Plan if you want to switch to an alternative energy plan. Our experts are on call between 9am and 7pm, Monday to Friday. Give us a ring on 0330 054 0018.
How much on average does a kWh cost among the 1,585,703 residents of Strathclyde?
Based on government data collected in 2018, a kwh in Strathclyde costs around 10.6, which is Airdrie inhabitants more compared to the UK national average. Of course, this information might have changed, so it's important to stay up to date with latest energy news in your area.
How can I contact my network distributor in Strathclyde?
Get in touch directly with your District Network Provider if you are facing a powercut and/or need some information about local energy in Strathclyde.
Company name | Company number |
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Strathclyde SSE Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
Strathclyde SSE General Number | 0345 070 7373 |
Strathclyde SGN Number | 0800 912 1700 |
Octopus Energy plans and tariffs in Strathclyde
Two rates energy plans
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Better Energy | 12 months fixed | 15.5 p |
7.63 p |
27.77 p |
Simpler Energy | Flexible | 14.47 p |
10.22 p |
27.77 p |
2 Year Fixed Energy | 24 months fixed | 16.17 p |
8 p |
27.77 p |
Single Electricity plans
Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/day |
---|---|---|---|
Better Energy | 12 months fixed | 12.37 p | 23.83 p |
Simpler Energy | Flexible | 14.29 p | 29.17 p |
2 Year Fixed Energy | 24 months fixed | 14.29 p | 29.17 p |
Gas plans
Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/day |
---|---|---|---|
Simpler Energy | Flexible | 3.26 p |
27.77 p |
Better Energy | 12 months fixed | 2.89 p |
23.83 p |
2 Year Fixed Energy | 24 months fixed | 3.15 p |
27.77 p |
Who are my gas & electricity distribution network operators in Strathclyde?
Who distributes electricity to Strathclyde's 54,861 households?
In Strathclyde, your distribution network operator (DNO) is SSE. Your DNO is in charge of all of the cables and towers that make up the electricity distribution in the UK. They transport electricity from the national transmission network (the National Grid) and supplying it to homes and businesses. Just as with gas, you will most likely never have to get in touch with your DNO, but should you need to, their contact details are listed on this page.
Who distributes Strathclyde's gas?
In Strathclyde, the gas distribution company is SGN. Since we tend to speak to our energy suppliers for any queries about gas and electricity, we don't usually have to contact our gas distributors. They manage the transportation of gas through underground pipes before it eventually arrives with our suppliers. In short, gas doesn't just appear out of thin air! Should you need to get in touch with your gas distribution network, we have provided their contact details below. There are 4 gas distribution companies that operate in different regions in the UK. Underneath these companies, there are 8 gas distribution networks that operate on a more local level to manage your gas provision.
How to get in touch with Strathclyde's energy distributors?
If you need some up-to-date information, or are experiencing a powercut in Strathclyde , then you should get in touch directly with your District Network Provider.Company name | Company number | Number opening hours |
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Strathclyde Distribution Network Operator General Number | 0345 070 7373 |
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm and Saturdays, 9am to 2pm |
Strathclyde Distribution Network Operator Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
24/7 |
Strathclyde Gas Distributor Number | 0800 912 1700 |
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm and Saturdays, 9am to 2pm |
Strathclyde Gas Distributor Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
24/7 |
SSE | SGN |
SSE website | SGN website |