Scottish Power in Abingdon: Tariffs & contact details
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Scottish Power contact number | 0 345 270 0700 |
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Scottish Power email | contactus@scottishpower.com |
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Light up your new home in Abingdon
Are you settling in Abingdon? Let us be the first to say: Welcome home! Moving house and a new town can be a huge point of change in your life. So, because of that, we want to let you in on a bit of information about where you're moving to. You never know, this information might even make you feel more at home.
Who to warn when you're moving to Oxfordshire?
When moving house, it is important to warn certain organisations that use your address as a verification method. These organisations include:
- ๐ฉโโ๏ธ Government/local bodies: Once you move in, you'll need to update your address with the DVLA.
- ๐ฆ Banks and financial institutions: Make sure that you update your address on your debit and credit cards.
- ๐จโ๐ผ Insurance providers: To keep your cards from becoming invalid, make sure to update your address on your insurance cards.
How do I sort out an energy transfer in Abingdon?
In Abingdon, or in any town in the UK, there are certain factors that will affect the price of your energy bills when transferring energy from one home to another. A few basic questions that you need to answer in order to complete an energy transfer include the following:
- ๐ฐ If you use a prepayment meter or not
- ๐ How far you have moved from your original property
- ๐ก What type of energy your new property uses (gas, electricity, dual fuel, etc.)
- ๐ก The size of your new home
- ๐จโ๐ป How much energy your new home consumes?
How do you set up Scottish Power in your new home in Abingdon?
Setting up Scottish Power in your new home is simple, especially in Oxfordshire. The first thing you need to do is to take a meter reading so that you donโt pay for the energy that you didnโt use. In addition, you will need the Meter Point Reference Number of your past home. The last thing you will need to do is choose a supplier and tariff.
How do I contact Scottish Power in Abingdon?
You can contact Scottish Power through the following:
If you would like to give them a call, their number is:
๐ง Type of Enquiry | ๐ฃ Number to contact |
General Enquiry | 0800 027 0072 Open from 8 am to 8 pm during the week, 8 am to 6 pm on Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm on Sunday. |
General Enquiry Email | contactus@scottishpower.com |
Boiler Care Customer Service | 0800 001 5214 Monday to Friday 8 am-8 pm; Saturday 8 am-5 pm |
Boiler Care Emergency Number | 0800 111 4686 Open 24 hours a week |
New Customer Number | 0800 027 0072 Monday to Friday: 8 am-8 pm; Saturdays 8:40 am-4 pm |
Switching to Scottish Power as a small business | 0800 22 44 00 Monday to Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm; Fridays 9 am-5 pm |
Small business customer service | 0800 040 7002 Monday to Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm; Fridays 9 am-5 pm |
Switching to Scottish Power as commercial business | 0800 22 44 00 Monday to Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm; Fridays 9 am-5 pm |
Commercial business customer service | 0800 074 0052 Monday to Friday 9 am-4 pm |
What about my water services in Abingdon ?
This table will provide you with some useful water contact info for when you move into your new home:
๐คจ Name | ๐ก Address | ๐ฃ Contact |
Thames Water | Clearwater Court, Vastern Road, Reading RG1 8DB | Phone: +44 (0)800 980 8800 Fax: +44(0)1793 424 291 Website: http://www.thameswater.co.uk/ |
How does Scottish Power's prices compare in Abingdon?
If you choose Scottish Power's most popular tariff your average yearly budget for electricity in Oxfordshire would be ยฃ 1808.79. This yearly budget is -5.55% less that this is a national average. Please take into account that this is the average in Oxfordshire and these prices may change from one city to another.
For these reasons we can't tell you exactly how Scottish Power's price stacks up to the competition in your town, but what we can tell you is the annual average costs for each of Scottish Power's Big 6 competitors. These include:
- Scottish Power: ยฃ 1808.79
- British Gas: ยฃ 1274.92
- EON: ยฃ 633.727
- Octopus Energy: ยฃ 867.616
- SSE: ยฃ 1789.28
How does the average price per kWh compare in Abingdon ?
What you can expect from Scottish Power is a standard price of ยฃ 18.98 for electricity and ยฃ 3.28 for gas.
Is Scottish Power the greenest energy supplier in Abingdon?
Scottish Power is hugely committed to making green energy more accessible. As a matter of fact, all its electricity tariffs offer 100% renewable electricity. This sense of renewability is one of their main selling points.
Have I been transferred to Scottish Power in Abingdon?
Recently, Scottish Powers competitors have gone bust and are being supplied by them in Abingdon. These competitors include the following:
Supplier name โข๏ธ | When did it go bust? ๐ | Number of Customers ๐งโ๐คโ๐ง |
Yorkshire Energy | December 2020 | 74 000 domestic |
Tonik Energy | October 2020 | 130,000 domestic |
Extra Energy | November 2018 | 108,000 domestic & 21,000 businesses |
What do people think of Scottish Power in Oxfordshire?
As a whole, Scottish Power has a lot to offer in Abingdon. This includes the following:
- ๐ง Wide range of tariffs
- ๐ค Stability
- ๐ฑ Green energy
According to a customer service quality done by the company, Scottish Power came in 33 out of 35 in Abingdon. The factors considered in this survey include the following:
- ๐ฐ Bill accuracy
- ๐จโ๐ป Bill clarity
- ๐ฃ Customer service
- ๐ค Customer complaint management
- ๐ต Value for money
- Scottish Power in Bicester
- Scottish Power in Henley-on-Thames
- Scottish Power in Wantage
Scottish Power's tariffs & rates in Abingdon
Scottish Power has three different kinds of tariffs to choose from. Those include the following:
- ๐คจ Standard variable tariff
- ๐จโ๐ป A 12 or 24 months fixed tariff
- ๐ฃ A fixed & boiler cover tariff
Like most established suppliers, Scottish Power also offers an Economy 7 tariff which could be worth considering!
As always, our recommendation is to study the ongoing dual fuel tariff offers because it is usually the simplest and cheapest way to manage your energy bills in Oxfordshire.
Single Electricity Plans in Abingdon
If you are just looking to switch to Scottish Power for electricity, then below are the rates that you should look at:
Tariff name ๐จโ๐ป | Tariff info ๐ | Unit price โก๏ธ | Standing Charge ๐ฐ |
1 Year Fixed Price Energy | 12 months fixed | 18.98 p | 32.33 p |
2 Years Fixed Price Energy | 24 months fixed | 18.98 p | 37.25 p |
Standard Variable | Variable tariff | 18.981 p | 27.41 p |
Scottish Power Economy 7 tariffs in Abingdon
If you have an Economy 7 meter, Scottish Power offers a specific tariff for you.
Who distributes energy in Abingdon?
How to react in case of a power cut in Abingdon?
Have your lights cut out in Abingdon? Well, there is no need to worry. If you are wondering what you should do during a power cut. You can check out our guide here: What to do in a power cut. But, for now, here are a few tips to get you started:
- ๐ If it is safe to do so, unplug any electronic appliances that could be damaged when the power comes back on.
- ๐ฝ Donโt flush the toilet or take a shower. Believe it or not, your plumbing uses electricity and can easily get backed up if used during a power outage.
Who distributes Abingdon's gas?
The gas distribution company in Abingdon is SGN.
How to contact Abingdon's energy distributors?
Inhabitants of Oxfordshire can call their local Oxfordshire electricity DNO (Distribution Network Operator) or gas distributor in case of emergency, power cuts or issues regarding their grid connection.
One connects the energy production sites to your region and the other one brings it to your home. And, let's be honest: The UK energy market wouldn't run as it does without them.
If you would like to contact your DNO, their number is:
๐ง Company name | ๐ฃ Company number |
UK Power Networks General Number | 0800 029 4285 |
UK Power Networks Emergency Number | 0800 31 63 105 |
SGN Number | 0800 912 1700 |
SGN Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
What gas plans does Scottish Power offer in Abingdon?
In Abingdon, Scottish Power offers several single gas plans for you to choose from. These single gas rates for Scottish Power include the following:
Tariff name ๐จโ๐ป | Tariff info ๐ | Unit price โก๏ธ | Standing Charge ๐ฐ |
1 Year Fixed Price Energy | 12 months fixed | 19.08 p | 27.22 p |
2 Years Fixed Price Energy | 24 months fixed | 19.08 p | 28.86 p |
Standard Variable | Variable tariff | 17.27 p | 32.4 p |
Who is Abingdon's electricity distributor?
In Abingdon your electricity distributor is UK Power Networks.
Each part of the UK has its own distribution network operator. These are essentially the bodies that ensure that electricity arrives at your home or office from the National Grid. You don't need to know the ins and outs of exactly how electricity travels around the UK, as your supplier can usually provide you with information about energy distribution should you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions in Abingdon
๐คจ How to connect to the grid?
Yes, you can connect to the grid. Connecting is one of the many steps that you need to have electricity in your home. You can follow all the steps on our guide: How to connect to the grid.
โญ๏ธ How can I save on energy?
There are many ways in which you can save on energy without switching energy suppliers. We have created a guide for you on how to save on energy bills. A few basic tips that this guide contains include:
- ๐ Turn off standby appliances- Turning off and unplugging appliances like TV, stereos, and computers can improve your energy efficiency by not using energy when you are not using them.
- ๐ฟ Wash clothes at a lower temperature-Washing machines can work just as well at lower temperatures.
๐ต How much does 1 kWh cost on average with Scottish Power?
The unit rate per kWh is 57.29 for electricity and 19.08 for gas.