Energy consumption in Felixstowe

What's the average price per kwh in Felixstowe?

Felixstowe inhabitants tend to pay somewhere around £9.93 for a kWh on average. This is roughly £-6.67% less than the UK average.

Now it is interesting to compare our energy consumption to the national average but what about relatively close cities such as Beccles, Newmarket or Mildenhall. Find out by simply following these links.

What's the average consumption in Suffolk?

According to government data from 2018, the average household in Suffolk consumes 3,555.40 kWh a year, while the median consumption is around 3,056.58 kWh.

Who is the main supplier of gas and electricity to the 13,012 households of Felixstowe?

British Gas is the most popular energy supplier in East of England and in the majority of the Suffolk. But remember, just because British Gas are the largest provider in the counties widest cities such as Ipswich, Lowestoft and Bury St Edmunds, that doesn't mean that you can't switch over to a different one. With Switch Plan, we can help you save money on your gas and electricity by switching suppliers - it's free, quick, and easy!

Want to start on an OVO Energy plan in Felixstowe?

Have you just moved to Felixstowe? Great! If you are recent Felixstowe inhabitant, or even if you have lived in Suffolk for a while now, you are now one of the 29,096 inhabitants of Felixstowe. One thing you need to get sorted pretty rapidly is your energy supply. How are you going to fuel up your new house? Lucky for you, we will sort all that out for you. We just need you to carry out a few quick steps to allow us to complete the switch.

We know that saying goodbye to your old place should be more sentimental than taking a meter reading. But, it's important that you take a meter reading in your previous home as you walk out the door to make sure that you don't pay for what you don't use. Write it down and leave it in a safe place where the next inhabitants of the house can find it. You'll also this information just in case your previous provider wants it.
Now for moving in to your new place in Felixstowe! Do the same - write down the meter reading once you've located it.
It's likely that you will inherit the contract of the previous inhabitants of the property and you'll keep it until you decide to switch. If you can't find the details of the last residency of the house, don't worry! Our guide can help you find out who supplies the energy to the property.

Switching your energy provider is easier than it sounds, so don't be scared away! With Switch Plan, it's a piece of cake. Just call us on 0330 054 0018 and we will do a free price comparison service for you based on current plans on the market and your personal energy needs.

How cheap are OVO Energy's plans for Felixstowe inhabitants?

OVO Energy's positive reviews tend to make note of cheaper tariffs and great customer service. However, this might not mean that they are the cheapest option for you in Felixstowe. Be sure to read online customer reviews before making any energy switch!

Contacting OVO in Felixstowe?

Do you have any questions or concerns about your energy supply? Switch Plan can guide you. We are a free, impartial service.

If you are looking to switch to OVO in Felixstowe, however, you might want to get in touch with them directly, which is understandable. Or indeed, if you have an emergency with your gas or electricity in Felixstowe, then they are also at your disposal. All of their contact details are laid out below for you.

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
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.
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

OVO's prices, dual fuel rates & tariffs in Suffolk

While dual fuel is becoming increasingly popular, some households still opt for separate gas and electricity plans, even sometimes from separate suppliers. In Felixstowe, 9.66% households opt for electric central heating systems, compared to 85.71% for gas and just 1.01% for oil. However, OVO Energy has a number of dual fuel plans, as can be far more convenient to keep all your costs in one place with one plan.

Stand alone Electricity tariffs

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Unit Price price/kWh	Standing Charge price/day
Better Energy	12 months fixed	12.43 p	29.17 p
Simpler Energy	Flexible	14.37 p	27.77 p
2 Year Fixed Energy	24 months fixed	14.37 p	29.17 p

OVO Energy's double rate energy plans

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Day Time Unit Price price/kWh	Night Time Unit Price price/kWh	Standing Charge price/day
Simpler Energy	Flexible	15.96 p	9.35 p	27.77 p
Better Energy	12 months fixed	14.95 p	7.16 p	27.77 p
2 Year Fixed Energy	24 months fixed	15.56 p	8 p	27.77 p

Gas tariffs

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Unit Price price/kWh	Standing Charge price/day
Better Energy	12 months fixed	2.71 p	23.83 p
2 Year Fixed Energy	24 months fixed	3.12 p	27.77 p
Simpler Energy	Flexible	/ p	/ p

Who distributes energy in Felixstowe

Who is the DNO in Felixstowe ?

If Felixstowe is currently in a power cut, you should ring the emergency phone number for your distributor, which is listed below. Felixstowe inhabitants can give their local Suffolk electricity DNO (Distribution Network Operator) a ring, or their gas provider in case of emergency or to get up-to-date information. In Felixstowe your electricity distributor is UK Power Networks.

Who manages gas distribution in Felixstowe?

In Felixstowe, the gas distribution company is Wales & West Utilities. This might not mean much to you, since we don't usually need to get in touch with gas distribution companies, but instead liaise through our energy suppliers. But at the end of the day, gas travels through a complex networks of pipes underground before it arrives in your home, so this could prove useful information.

How do I get in touch Felixstowe's energy distributors?

If you need some up-to-date information, or are experiencing a powercut in Suffolk, then you should get in touch directly with your District Network Provider.

Company name	Company number
Suffolk UK Power Networks General Number	0800 029 4285
Suffolk UK Power Networks Emergency Number	$dno_emergency
Suffolk Wales & West Utilities Number	0800 912 29 99
Suffolk Wales & West Utilities Emergency Number	0800 111 999

Find more info on their website:

UK Power Networks	UK Power Networks website
Wales & West Utilities	Wales & West Utilities website

Switching to an OVO energy deal in Felixstowe