Cheap Gas and Electricity in Calthorpe

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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Calthorpe

Electricity Tariffs

Supplier	Tariff	Type	Unit Rate	Standing	Est. Annual	Exit Fee
E.ON Next	Next Fixed 15m v7	Fixed	22.54p	54.08p	£806	£50
Co-op Energy	Co-op 12M Fixed	Variable	24.07p	52.73p	£842	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Fix Feb27	Fixed	23.30p	61.26p	£853	£50
Octopus Energy	Octopus 12M Fixed	Fixed	24.75p	52.73p	£861	None
OVO Energy	Simpler Energy - 01/01/2026	Variable	25.70p	51.51p	£882	None
Scottish PowerGreen	Green Fixed Apr 2027 TL3	Fixed	25.88p	54.08p	£896	£50
EDF Energy	PAYG Standard Variable	Variable	26.16p	54.08p	£904	None
British Gas	Standard Variable	Variable	26.99p	54.08p	£926	None

Gas Tariffs

Supplier	Tariff	Type	Unit Rate	Standing	Est. Annual	Exit Fee
E.ON Next	Next Fixed 15m v7	Fixed	5.05p	35.12p	£709	£50
Co-op Energy	Co-op 12M Fixed	Variable	5.18p	33.76p	£719	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Fix Feb27	Fixed	5.40p	33.87p	£745	£50
EDF Energy	PAYG Simply Fixed 2Yr Mar28v5	Fixed	5.70p	29.11p	£762	£75
Octopus Energy	Octopus 12M Fixed	Fixed	5.55p	33.76p	£762	None
OVO Energy	Simpler Energy - 01/01/2026	Variable	5.57p	33.44p	£763	None
British Gas	Standard Variable	Variable	5.85p	35.12p	£801	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	22.85p	30.46p	52.49p	None
E.ON Next	Next Drive Lite	12.00p	24.59p	53.00p	None
EDF Energy	EVolve Tracker Apr27	16.99p	26.99p	54.08p	£25
Good Energy	Good Energy EV Charge	8.50p	31.73p	66.41p	£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

Supplier	Tariff	Off-Peak	Peak	Standing	Exit Fee
Octopus Energy	Cosy Octopus 12M Fixed	13.58p	41.54p	51.81p	None
EDF Energy	Heat Pump Tracker 36m	16.99p	26.99p	54.08p	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Heat Pump	13.00p	28.47p	61.89p	£75
Scottish Power	Heat Pump Saver Apr 2027 v1	29.77p	29.77p	52.99p	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	30.34p	52.49p	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	19.69p	54.08p	None
EDF Energy	Freephase Static 12m	21.76p	53.14p	None
Octopus EnergyGreen	Agile Octopus	25.03p	61.56p	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	22.04p	59.72p	£50
EDF Energy	PAYG Simply Tracker Extra Jun27	26.16p	40.38p	£25
Scottish Power	Cap Tracker Mar 2027 A1	26.99p	52.02p	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 06:18

West Midlands Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity

14 gCO2/kWh

very low

Renewables

84%

biomass: 1.8%

gas: 3%

nuclear: 13.2%

solar: 0.1%

wind: 81.9%

Energy Efficiency in OX16

Average EPC Rating

Above national average (D)

64%

On Mains Gas

169

1197

2249

1138

209

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in Cherwell

8.4%

Households in Fuel Poverty

Below national average (13.1%)

5,699

Households Affected

of 67,852 total

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

Energy Usage in Cherwell

4,225

kWh/year

Electricity

19% above average (3,554 kWh)

11,042

kWh/year

Gas

Close to national average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 71,029 electricity meters and 54,491 gas meters in Cherwell. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in Cherwell

73%

Have Smart Meters

Above national average (68%)

73% of meters are smart

Cherwell 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 Cherwell

23%

Properties Off Gas Grid

Above national average (16%)

16,749

Homes Without Gas

of 71,690 properties

With 23% of properties not on mains gas, many homes in this area use alternative heating such as oil, LPG, or electricity. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers up to £7,500 towards heat pump installation.

Renewable Energy in Cherwell

5,015

Solar Installations

Above average (76.1 per 1,000 homes)

Wind Sites

Below average (0.0 MW)

Biogas Sites

Above average (5.7 MW)

140.4

Total Capacity

Enough to power ~42,123 homes

Installed Capacity

Solar PV

134.7 MW

Wind

0.0 MW

Biogas

5.7 MW

Cherwell ranks#89 of 314 for solar,#183 of 227 for wind,#26 of 152 for biogas. Data from DESNZ 2024.

Alternative Heating in Cherwell

With 23% of homes not on mains gas, many properties use alternative heating fuels.

~8,770

Homes on Heating Oil

Estimated from 11.3 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

Check eligibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are available for homeowners in Calthorpe?

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

Calthorpe is a Suburban Area in Oxfordshire, South East, England.

Electricity in Calthorpe

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.

Calthorpe 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 Calthorpe and the surrounding area.

Gas in Calthorpe

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

Green Energy in Calthorpe

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 Calthorpe. 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 Calthorpe call National Grid Electricity Distribution on 0800 096 3080

If you have a gas emergency in Calthorpe 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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