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
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
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

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
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

You can also visit their website for more info:

SSE	SGN
SSE website	SGN website

Switching to Octopus Energy in South Scotland

Who are Octopus Energy?

How much do you know about Octopus Energy? Although they have become somewhat of a household name over the past few years, they are still relatively small. Founded in 2015, they have grown exponentially after some successful acquisitions, including M&S Energy in 2018 and Coop Energy in 2019. Gaining around 30,000 customers each month, they have developed a customer base of around one million households across the UK. Their unique and renewable energy plans and affordable prices have attracted customers and hailed very positive reviews in the process. Switching energy suppliers may seem like a big deal, but in reality it's so easy. Switch Plan have made it quicker and simpler than ever. You just need to make sure that you follow a few simple instructions to get started with your new energy plan in Strathclyde. Switching energy suppliers when moving house is a slightly different process to if you are switching in the same property. It simply requires you to take a few more steps. Firstly, let your energy supplier know that you are moving house, and make sure that you do this at least 48 hours in advance of the move. If you don't know who supplies your current property with gas and electricity, then head over to the Ofgem website and they will provide all the answers. Or, you can check out a recent energy bill, either an online or paper version. Take energy meters in both your old and new properties. Having photographic or written evidence of your exact consumption as you leave one property and enter the next will allow you to dispute any possible errors on your energy bills. You should make sure to do this whether you are moving into a new property, or if you are in a rented property. Start researching what energy plan you want to switch to before moving day. Remember, you can't switch to a new supplier before the day you officially move in to your new property, so knowing exactly what plan you want to switch to will make the whole process much quicker and smoother. The default tariff that you will automatically be put on in your new property will be more expensive than one that you want to switch to, so try to switch as soon as possible after you move in. Octopus Energy have plenty of information on their website about switching over to one of their plans. However, if you want free, impartial information about making this switch, don't hesitate to give us a ring on 0300 054 0018 and we can talk you through the best plan for you.