Switching to OVO Energy in Greater Manchester
Last update: March 2021
Just moved to Greater Manchester? We've provided all the necessary information here to make the switch over to OVO Energy in your new area. You'll need to start providing energy to your new home pretty quickly, so we've tried to make it really easy for you.
First let's start with some info on the energy market in your neighborhood. Greater Manchester is the country's 3rd biggest in the UK. Electricity North West is responsible for distributing energy to the 105,547 households of your county. Also Cadent Gas distributes gas to all your homes notably in the county's most populated cities : Manchester, Bolton, Oldham and Rochdale. OVO Energy have a wide range of energy tariffs available to their customers, both new and old, so you'll be sure to find something for your particular energy requirements.
So, if you want to become one of their many customers across the UK (5 million, to be exact), then you can ring up their line for new customers on 0330 303 5063 and they can advise you on the best of their plans for you. Or, if you decide that going for one of the largest energy suppliers in the UK isn't for you and you want to chat through alternative options, then give us a ring on 0330 054 0018 and you can chat to one of our experts who'll guide you. We'll make sure your new home in Greater Manchester gets fuelled up quickly and smoothly.
OVO Energy plans and tariffs in Greater Manchester
Gas plans
| Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Better Energy | 12 months fixed | 2.73 p |
23.83 p |
| 2 Year Fixed Energy | 24 months fixed | 3.27 p |
27.77 p |
| Simpler Energy | Flexible | 3.33 p |
27.77 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Better Energy | 12 months fixed | 14.87 p |
7.64 p |
27.77 p |
| Simpler Energy | Flexible | 14.82 p |
9.04 p |
27.77 p |
| 2 Year Fixed Energy | 24 months fixed | 15.47 p |
8 p |
27.77 p |
Single Electricity plans
| Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simpler Energy | Flexible | 14.21 p | 29.17 p |
| Better Energy | 12 months fixed | 12.26 p | 23.83 p |
| 2 Year Fixed Energy | 24 months fixed | 14.21 p | 29.17 p |
How to get in touch with Greater Manchester's energy distributors?
Get in touch directly with your District Network Provider if you are facing a powercut and/or need some information about local energy in Greater Manchester.
| Company name | Company number |
|---|---|
| Greater Manchester Electricity North West Emergency Number | 105 |
| Greater Manchester Electricity North West General Number | 0800 195 4141 |
| Greater Manchester Cadent Gas Number | 0345 835 1111 |
How much on average does a kWh cost among the Greater Manchester.population residents of Greater Manchester?
On average, a kwh in Greater Manchester costs around 11.05, which is Altrincham Ward inhabitants more compared to the UK national average. This is based on government data.
Who distributes Greater Manchester's gas?
Who is the main gas distributor in Greater Manchester?
Ever wondered how gas actually arrives in your home? Well, before gas can actually reach you, it is transported through a complex system of pipes. These pipes form the Gas Distribution Network in the UK, of which there are 8. These are then controlled by 4 gas distribution companies.
You will likely never have to get in touch with your gas distribution company, but if you were interested, gas is provided by Cadent Gas in Greater Manchester.
How can I contact my network distributor in Greater Manchester?
If you need some up-to-date information, or are experiencing a powercut in Greater Manchester, then you should get in touch directly with your District Network Provider.| Company name | Company number | Number opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Manchester Electricity North West General Number | 0800 195 4141 |
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm |
| Greater Manchester Electricity North West Emergency Number | 105 |
24/7 |
| Greater Manchester Cadent Gas Number | 0345 835 1111 |
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm |
Greater Manchester Cadent Gas Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
24/7 |
Find more info on their website:
| Electricity North West | Cadent Gas |
| Electricity North West website | Cadent Gas website |
Who is your distribution network operator in Greater Manchester?
Electricity distribution networks carry electricity from the high voltage transmission grid to domestic users. You may have to contact them for matters such as moving your meter, setting up electricity in a new city property and they intervene to fix power cuts.
In Greater Manchester your DNO is Electricity North West.
How to make the switch to OVO Energy in Greater Manchester?
Switching energy suppliers may seem like a scary thing to do, but it's never been so quick and easy. When you're moving house, you just need to make sure that you follow a few simple steps to kick start your new energy plan in Greater Manchester.
- Firstly, take a note of the meter reading when you leave your old house, and pop it in an accessible place for the next residents of the property. This is to make sure you can let your supplier know how much you used, and to stop you being accidentally overcharged by your supplier.
- Next, you should do the exact same thing in your new house in Greater Manchester! Find the meter and jot down the reading. Sometimes, the supplier of your new property might request a meter reading to know when to start charging you for the energy you use. So it's important to keep a note of this so as not to be overcharged and pay for energy that you haven't used.
- Finally, when you move house, it's highly likely that you inherit a 'deemed' contract. This means that you start on the contract that the previous inhabitants were on. You might like this plan, and want to stick with it, which is fine! But chances are you will need to switch over to a different tariff to suit your energy needs better. If you're not sure who supplies your new house with energy, or if the previous inhabitants of the house didn't leave you a note with the energy information, you can simply use the Find my supplier tool accessible here and find out who your new supplier is.
OVO Energy have a lot 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 your economic and environmental requirements as a household.
OVO Energy: Contact Details 2020
| Type of Enquiry | Number to contact |
|---|---|
| General Enquiries Enquiries that you may have regarding your existing account, such as querying a bill or changing the way you pay your bills. |
0330 303 5063 Open from 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday. |
| Complaints If you have a complaint that you would like resolved or acknowledged by OVO Energy. |
0330 102 7517 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday |
| CORGI Home Plan complaints Complaints number for queries related to the OVO Home Plan |
0800 085 0845 24 hours a day, seven days a week |
| Complaints Pay As You Go Complaints specifically related to Pay As You Go tariffs. |
0330 102 7517 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday |
| Top up plans For all queries related to Pay As You Go billing: topping up, changing from pay as you go to direct debit and using emergency credit. |
0330 303 5063 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday. |
Who distributes electricity to Greater Manchester's 105,547 households?
If you need any help with switching over to an OVO Energy plan, give Switch Plan a ring on 0330 054 0018 and we can walk you through it. Not only is it completely transparent and very easy, it's also 100% free. No hidden costs.
However, don't hesitate to get in touch with OVO Energy if you need to speak to them about a more specific enquiry or emergency you might have. Below is a list of contact numbers for your specific needs.
How can I sort out my OVO Energy contract in the 3rd biggest county in the UK?
Moving house can be a difficult and time-consuming process, but at Switch Plan we want to make it as easy as possible and take care of your energy plan for you. In Greater Manchester, E.on is the most popular energy provider. However, this might not mean that they have the best plans for you and your energy needs. Remember, you can contact us on 0330 054 0018 to discuss your energy options.