Cheap Gas and Electricity in Bellingham

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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Bellingham

Electricity Tariffs

Supplier	Tariff	Type	Unit Rate	Standing	Est. Annual	Exit Fee
E.ON Next	Next Secure Fixed 16m v4	Fixed	22.59p	41.68p	£762	£50
Co-op Energy	Co-op 12M Fixed	Variable	23.58p	45.78p	£804	None
London Power	my london 12m fixed plan	Variable	23.58p	45.78p	£804	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Fix Feb27	Fixed	23.57p	48.11p	£812	£50
Octopus Energy	Octopus 12M Fixed	Fixed	24.68p	45.78p	£834	None
OVO Energy	Simpler Energy - 01/01/2026	Variable	25.71p	44.87p	£858	None
EDF Energy	Simply Fixed Feb27v7	Fixed	25.88p	47.11p	£871	£50
Scottish PowerGreen	Green Fixed Apr 2027 TL3	Fixed	25.89p	47.10p	£871	£50
British Gas	Standard Variable	Variable	27.00p	47.11p	£901	None

Gas Tariffs

Supplier	Tariff	Type	Unit Rate	Standing	Est. Annual	Exit Fee
E.ON Next	Next Fixed 15m v7	Fixed	5.24p	35.62p	£733	£50
Co-op Energy	Co-op 12M Fixed	Variable	5.49p	34.28p	£756	None
London Power	my london 12m fixed plan	Variable	5.49p	34.28p	£756	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Fix Feb27	Fixed	5.54p	33.87p	£761	£50
OVO Energy	Simpler Energy - 01/01/2026	Variable	5.74p	33.93p	£784	None
Octopus Energy	Octopus 12M Fixed	Fixed	5.74p	34.28p	£786	None
EDF Energy	Simply Fixed Feb27v7	Fixed	5.80p	35.62p	£797	£50
British Gas	Standard Variable	Variable	6.03p	35.63p	£823	None

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

Supplier	Tariff	Off-Peak	Peak	Standing	Exit Fee
Octopus Energy	Intelligent Octopus Flux Import	24.63p	32.84p	45.47p	None
E.ON Next	Next Drive Lite	12.00p	24.58p	46.06p	None
EDF Energy	EVolve Tracker Apr27	17.00p	27.00p	47.11p	£25
Good Energy	Good Energy EV Charge	8.50p	32.96p	52.60p	£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

Supplier	Tariff	Off-Peak	Peak	Standing	Exit Fee
Octopus Energy	Cosy Octopus 12M Fixed	13.57p	41.52p	44.78p	None
EDF Energy	Heat Pump Tracker 36m	17.00p	27.00p	47.11p	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Heat Pump	13.00p	28.91p	48.73p	£75
Scottish Power	Heat Pump Saver Apr 2027 v1	29.76p	29.76p	46.05p	None

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

Storage Heater TariffsFor homes with storage heaters

Supplier	Tariff	Off-Peak	Peak	Standing	Exit Fee
Octopus Energy	Snug Octopus	9.00p	30.68p	45.47p	None

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

Agile TariffsPrices change every 30 mins

Supplier	Tariff	Current Rate	Standing	Exit Fee
E.ON Next	Next Smart Saver Fixed 12m V12	19.73p	41.68p	None
EDF Energy	Freephase Static 12m	23.37p	38.32p	None
Octopus EnergyGreen	Agile Octopus	23.84p	39.54p	None

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

Supplier	Tariff	Unit Rate	Standing	Exit Fee
E.ON Next	Next Pledge Tracker 12m v11	23.04p	44.83p	£50
EDF Energy	PAYG Simply Tracker Extra Jun27	26.17p	33.41p	£25
Scottish Power	Cap Tracker Mar 2027 A1	27.00p	45.05p	None

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: 23 Mar 2026 at 06:13

London Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity

67 gCO2/kWh

low

Renewables

47%

imports: 27.7%

gas: 11.4%

nuclear: 13.6%

hydro: 0.1%

solar: 9.7%

wind: 37.5%

Energy Efficiency in SE6

Average EPC Rating

Above national average (D)

75%

On Mains Gas

386

2511

1783

265

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in Lewisham

11.1%

Households in Fuel Poverty

Below national average (13.1%)

14,544

Households Affected

of 131,597 total

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

Energy Usage in Lewisham

2,860

kWh/year

Electricity

20% below average (3,554 kWh)

10,758

kWh/year

Gas

Close to national average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 131,188 electricity meters and 108,908 gas meters in Lewisham. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in Lewisham

63%

Have Smart Meters

Below national average (68%)

63% of meters are smart

Data from DESNZ Q1 2025. Smart meters help you track your energy usage in real time.

Off Mains Gas in Lewisham

17%

Properties Off Gas Grid

Above national average (16%)

22,110

Homes Without Gas

of 132,810 properties

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

Renewable Energy in Lewisham

2,115

Solar Installations

Below average (17.3 per 1,000 homes)

9.7

Total Capacity

Enough to power ~2,907 homes

Installed Capacity

Solar PV

9.7 MW

Lewisham ranks#300 of 314 for solar. Data from DESNZ 2024.

Alternative Heating in Lewisham

With 17% of homes not on mains gas, many properties use alternative heating fuels.

~267

Homes on Heating Oil

Estimated from 0.3 ktoe consumption

Homes using heating oil, LPG, or solid fuels may be eligible for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (£7,500 towards heat pumps) or Home Upgrade Grant. Data from DESNZ 2023.

Energy Grants & Support

Great British Insulation Scheme

Free or subsidised insulation for middle-income households

Available to most homeowners

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Warm Home Discount

£150 off your energy bill this winter

For eligible low-income households

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are available for homeowners in Bellingham?

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

Bellingham is a Suburban Area in Greater London, London, England.

Electricity in Bellingham

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.

Bellingham is in the London Electricty network PES area which covers the London area of the UK.

London Electricty is owned by UK Power Networks who are the company responsible for maintaining the physical electricity network in Bellingham and the surrounding area.

Gas in Bellingham

Bellingham is connected to the gas distribution network so mains gas is available in this area.

Green Energy in Bellingham

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 Bellingham. 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 Bellingham call UK Power Networks on 0800 029 4285

If you have a gas emergency in Bellingham call National Gas Emergencies on 0800 111 999. If you are at home, and it is safe to do so, turn off your gas supply. Open doors and windows. Do not smoke or use matches or lighters. Do not turn electrical switches off or on.

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