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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Ashley Dale

Electricity Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed23.30p61.26p£853£50
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 14m v3Fixed24.40p54.08p£856£50
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable24.73p52.73p£860None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed24.75p52.73p£861None
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable25.70p51.51p£882None
EDF EnergyPAYG Standard VariableVariable26.16p54.08p£904None
Scottish PowerGreenGreen Fixed Apr 2027 TL2Fixed26.95p54.08p£925£50
British GasStandard VariableVariable26.99p54.08p£926None

Prices shown are for direct debit customers. Annual costs based on typical domestic usage (2,700 kWh electricity, 11,500 kWh gas). Use the comparison tool above for a personalised quote.

EV TariffsFor electric vehicle owners

SupplierTariffOff-PeakPeakStandingExit Fee
Octopus EnergyIntelligent Octopus Go 12M Fixed7.00p29.86p51.81pNone
E.ON NextNext Drive Lite12.00p24.59p53.00pNone
EDF EnergyEVolve Tracker Apr2716.99p26.99p54.08p£25
Good EnergyGood Energy EV Charge8.50p31.73p66.41p£50

Off-peak rates typically apply overnight (e.g., 11:30pm-5:30am). Ideal for charging EVs while you sleep.

Heat Pump TariffsFor homes with heat pumps

SupplierTariffOff-PeakPeakStandingExit Fee
Octopus EnergyCosy Octopus14.14p43.24p52.49pNone
EDF EnergyHeat Pump Tracker 36m16.99p26.99p54.08pNone
Good EnergyGood Energy Heat Pump13.00p28.47p61.89p£75
Scottish PowerHeat Pump Saver Feb 2027 v129.77p29.77p52.99pNone

Off-peak periods designed around typical heat pump usage patterns (early morning, afternoon, late evening).

Storage Heater TariffsFor homes with storage heaters

SupplierTariffOff-PeakPeakStandingExit Fee
Octopus EnergySnug Octopus9.00p30.34p52.49pNone

Cheap overnight rates for charging storage heaters. Off-peak typically 12:30am-6:30am.

Agile TariffsPrices change every 30 mins

SupplierTariffCurrent RateStandingExit Fee
Octopus EnergyGreenAgile Octopus17.66p61.56pNone
E.ON NextNext Pumped Fixed 12m V820.96p54.08pNone
EDF EnergyFreephase Static 12m21.76p53.14pNone

Prices vary every 30 minutes based on wholesale market. Can be very cheap overnight, but expensive at peak times. Best for flexible usage.

Tracker TariffsFollows Ofgem price cap

SupplierTariffUnit RateStandingExit Fee
EDF EnergyPAYG Simply Tracker Mar2726.16p47.22p£25
E.ON NextNext Pledge Tracker 12m v926.05p54.08pNone
Scottish PowerCap Tracker Mar 2027 A126.99p52.02pNone

Single rate that adjusts quarterly with the Ofgem price cap. No exit fees typically - good if you want to benefit when the cap falls.

Prices updated: 13 Feb 2026 at 14:56

West Midlands Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity
225 gCO2/kWh
high
Renewables
23%
biomass: 1.2%
imports: 16.6%
gas: 52.6%
nuclear: 7.7%
wind: 21.8%

Energy Efficiency in TF9

D
Average EPC Rating
National average
48%
On Mains Gas
A
81
B
841
C
1525
D
1583
E
735
F
174
G
61

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in Newcastle-under-Lyme

19.5%
Households in Fuel Poverty
Above national average (13.1%)
10,772
Households Affected
of 55,363 total

Fuel poverty is defined as households with low income living in homes with poor energy efficiency. Data from DESNZ 2022.

Energy Usage in Newcastle-under-Lyme

3,023
kWh/year
Electricity
15% below average (3,554 kWh)
11,603
kWh/year
Gas
Close to national average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 56,203 electricity meters and 52,324 gas meters in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in Newcastle-under-Lyme

73%
Have Smart Meters
Above national average (68%)
73% of meters are smart

Newcastle-under-Lyme has good smart meter coverage, making it easier for residents to track their energy usage and access time-of-use tariffs.

Off Mains Gas in Newcastle-under-Lyme

9%
Properties Off Gas Grid
Below national average (16%)
5,444
Homes Without Gas
of 58,320 properties

Data from DESNZ 2024. Properties not on the gas grid may be eligible for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.

Renewable Energy in Newcastle-Under-Lyme

2,965
Solar Installations
Below average (55.5 per 1,000 homes)
7
Wind Sites
Below average (1.5 MW)
1
Biogas Sites
Below average (0.1 MW)
17.4
MW
Total Capacity
Enough to power ~5,223 homes
Installed Capacity
Solar PV
15.8 MW
Wind
1.5 MW
Biogas
0.1 MW

Newcastle-Under-Lyme ranks#175 of 314 for solar,#97 of 227 for wind,#148 of 152 for biogas. Data from DESNZ 2024.

Green Energy Options for Ashley Dale

With Ashley Dale not connected to mains gas, you have excellent options for clean, efficient heating.

Solar Panels + Battery
Generate your own electricity and store it for heating
2,965 homes in Newcastle-Under-Lyme have solar
Learn more
Ground Source Heat Pump
Even more efficient than air source, ideal for larger properties
£7,500 grant available
Apply for grant

Your region (West Midlands) is currently 23% powered by renewables. Using a heat pump with green electricity means near-zero carbon heating.

Energy Grants & Support

ECO4 Scheme
Free heating and insulation upgrades for eligible low-income households
Homes rated D-G may qualify
Check eligibility
Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Get up to £7,500 towards a heat pump installation
Ideal for off-gas properties like Ashley Dale
Apply now
Great British Insulation Scheme
Free or subsidised insulation for middle-income households
Available to most homeowners
Check eligibility
Warm Home Discount
£150 off your energy bill this winter
For eligible low-income households
Check eligibility

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is there no mains gas in Ashley Dale?

Ashley Dale is located in a rural area where the gas distribution network has not been extended. Approximately 9% of UK homes are not connected to mains gas, typically in rural villages, islands, and remote areas. These homes use alternative heating such as oil, LPG, electric heating, or heat pumps.

What heating options work best for off-gas homes in Ashley Dale?

Popular options for off-gas properties include:

  • Air source heat pumps (£7,500 grant available via Boiler Upgrade Scheme)
  • Oil central heating (traditional but carbon-intensive)
  • LPG boilers (similar to mains gas but uses stored fuel)
  • Electric heating with solar panels
  • Ground source heat pumps (higher upfront cost, very efficient)
What energy bill support is available in Ashley Dale?

With 19.5% of households in fuel poverty in Newcastle-under-Lyme, several support schemes are available:

  • Warm Home Discount - £150 off your energy bill
  • Cold Weather Payment - £25 when temperatures drop below zero for 7+ days
  • ECO4 Scheme - Free heating and insulation improvements
  • Household Support Fund - Contact your local council
What grants are available for homeowners in Ashley Dale?

Depending on your circumstances, you may qualify for:

  • ECO4 Scheme - Free boiler replacement and insulation for low-income households with homes rated D-G
  • Boiler Upgrade Scheme - £7,500 towards heat pump installation (any homeowner)
  • Great British Insulation Scheme - Subsidised insulation for middle-income homes
  • Warm Home Discount - £150 off energy bills for eligible low-income households

Ashley Dale is a Village in Staffordshire, West Midlands, England.

Electricity in Ashley Dale

When the electricity industry was privatised in 1997 the UK was divided into 14 Public Electricity Suppliers (PES for short). While you can now choose from many different electricity suppliers the PES areas that you are located in will have a significant effect on the cost of your electricity. Standing charges and unit rates differ between PES areas.

Ashley Dale is in the Midlands Electricity network PES area which covers the West Midlands area of the UK.

Midlands Electricity is owned by National Grid Electricity Distribution who are the company responsible for maintaining the physical electricity network in Ashley Dale and the surrounding area.

Gas in Ashley Dale

Ashley Dale is not connected to the UK gas distribution network so mains gas is not available in this area.

Green Energy in Ashley Dale

Consumers are increasingly looking for green energy, also known as renewable energy, as a more environmentally friendly option for powering their homes. Several suppliers that specialise in wind energy, solar energy and hydroelectric energy are available in all parts of the UK and that includes Ashley Dale. Just use our handy checker at the top of this page and choose “Green Plans” to see renewable energy suppliers in this area.

What to do in an emergency

If you have an electrical emergency in Ashley Dale call National Grid Electricity Distribution on 0800 096 3080