Switching to Scottish Power in Northumberland

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Last update: March 2021

First let's start with some info on the energy market in your neighborhood. Northumberland is the country's 56th biggest in the UK. SSE is responsible for distributing energy to the 309,990 households of your county. Also Northern Gas Networks distributes gas to all your homes notably in the county's most populated cities : Blyth, Mansfield, Ashington and Bedlington.

Scottish Power have a number of tariffs and energy plans available to their customers. Over 118 years in operation have accumulated them 32 million customers, and have landed them a place in the Big 6, alongside the likes of British Gas and SSE. Some might be put off by larger suppliers, but if you feel more comfortable with the size of Scottish Power, then read on!

So, if you want to become one of their many customers across the UK, then you can ring up their line for new customers on 0800 027 0072 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.

At Switch Plan, we recognise that your energy supply is personal to you. Your energy requirements might not be the same as the person's next door. This is because you should take into account lot's of different factors when choosing your plan. Whatever your needs and priorities, our experts will make sure your new home in Northumberland gets fuelled up quickly and smoothly.

Scottish Power: Contact Details 2020

How can I contact Scottish Power in Northumberland?

If you are switching to Scottish Power, you need to get in touch directly with their team. If you are already a customer and have a query, complaint or other question about your energy plan, boiler cover, or home insurance, then you also need to get in touch with them! Therefore, below are all the contact numbers you need. Alternatively, get in touch with our Switch Plan experts at 0330 054 0018 if you want free, impartial advice about all your options.

Type of Enquiry	Number to contact
New Customer Number If you want to become a new Scottish Power customer, call this number.	0800 027 0072 Monday to Friday: 8am-8pm; Saturdays 8:40am-4pm
General Enquiries Phone Number If you have a general enquiry, concern or question about your tariff, call this number.	0800 027 0072 Open from 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday.
General Enquiries Email If you have a general enquiry, concern or question about your tariff, send an email to this address.	contactus@scottishpower.com
Small business customer service If you want to speak to a customer service adviser for small business queries, call this number.	0800 040 7002 Monday to Thursday 9am-5:30pm; Fridays 9am-5pm
Small business switching If you want to switch to a small business tariff with Scottish Power, call this number.	0800 22 44 00 Monday to Thursday 9am-5:30pm; Fridays 9am-5pm
Commercial business customer service Phone number to reach customer services for commercial business owners	0800 074 0052 Monday to Friday 9am-4pm
Commercial business switching If you are looking to switch to a commercial business energy plan with Scottish Power, call this number.	0800 074 0052 Monday to Friday 9am-4pm
Boiler Care Emergency Number If you have a boiler emergency, call this number.	0800 111 4686 Open 24 hours a week
Boiler Care Customer Service If you want to speak to a customer service adviser for your boiler care, call this number.	0800 001 5214 Monday to Friday 8am-8pm; Saturday 8am-5pm

Scottish Power plans and tariffs in Northumberland

Single electricity rates

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Unit Price price/kWh	Standing Charge price/day
1 Year Fixed Price Energy	12 months fixed	16.13 p	19.17 p
2 Years Fixed Price Energy	24 months fixed	17.8 p	24.28 p
Standard Variable	Variable tariff	17.8 p	24.5 p

Gas rates

Name of the Plan	Tariff value	Unit Price price/kWh	Standing Charge price/day
1 Year Fixed Price Energy	12 months fixed	16.13 p	19.17 p
2 Years Fixed Price Energy	24 months fixed	17.8 p	24.28 p
Standard Variable	Variable tariff	17.8 p	24.5 p

Who are my gas & electricity distribution network operators in Northumberland?

Who distributes electricity to Northumberland's 309,990 households?

Firstly, it's important to know what a distribution network operator (DNO) is and does. In short, it is a company licenced by Ofgem to distribute electricity around the country. The distribution network operator is responsible for the cables and towers which transport electricity from the national transmission network (the National Grid) and supplying it to homes and businesses. In Northumberland, your DNO is SSE. You will probably never have to get in touch with them, but should you need to, their contact details are listed below. If you are experiencing a powercut, or need help with a more technical query than your supplier can assist with, then get in touch with your DNO.

Who is the main gas distributor in Northumberland?

In Northumberland, the gas distribution company is Northern Gas Networks. 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 can I contact my network distributor in Northumberland?

Inhabitants of Northumberland can call their local Northumberland electricity DNO (Distribution Network Operator) or gas distributor in case of emergency or to get up-to-date information.

Company name	Company number	Number opening hours
Northumberland Distribution Network Operator General Number	0345 070 7373	Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm and Saturdays, 9am to 2pm
Northumberland Distribution Network Operator Emergency Number	Northumberland.dno_emergency	24/7
Northumberland Gas Distributor Number	0800 040 7766	Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm and Saturdays, 9am to 2pm
Northumberland Gas Distributor Emergency Number	0800 111 999	24/7

You can also visit their website for more info:

SSE	Northern Gas Networks
SSE website	Northern Gas Networks website

How do I start a Scottish Power contract in Northumberland?

How much, on average, does a kWh cost in Northumberland?

Government data informs us that a kWh in Northumberland is around Ashington inhabitants more than the national average in the UK, currently at around 10.6. To make sure you get the best deal for your kWhs, don't forget to do your research into different suppliers. Chat to our experts and they can guide you. Switching suppliers doesn't need to be difficult. At Switch Plan, our experts make it incredibly easy. This is because they do it all for you, from start to finish. So many residents of Northumberland don't realise the huge savings you can make when you switch. The most popular energy supplier in Northumberland is Northumberland.main_provider, and too many people don't realise that they can switch away from them. We don't have anything against Northumberland.main_provider, but it's important to realise that you can save by switching! If Scottish Power is the supplier for you, 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.

How can I contact my network distributor in Northumberland?

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

Company name	Company number
Northumberland SSE General Number	0345 070 7373
Northumberland SSE Emergency Number	0800 111 999
Northumberland Northern Gas Networks Number	0800 040 7766

How to make the switch in Northumberland?

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 Northumberland. * Taking energy meter readings in both your old and new properties is very important to ensure that you aren't overcharged. If you don't note down how much you used, your supplier won't know when you stopped using energy in your previous residence, and when you started in your new place. If you are in a rented property, your landlord might take charge of this, but depending on who is in charge of your energy bills - as should be outlined on your tenancy agreement - you might be expected to send proof of your readings to your landlord. * Let your supplier know that you are moving. If you don't know who supplies you with energy, check a recent energy bill, either online or through the post. Alternatively, head over to our dedicated guide and you'll find out everything you need about your energy supply . * Lastly, it's highly likely that you take on a 'deemed' contract in your new residence, which means that you will continue with the contract that the previous residents of the property had signed up to. You might like this plan, and want to stick with it! But chances are you will need to switch over to a different tariff to suit your energy needs better. Scottish Power 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.

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