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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Chapels

Electricity Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 14m v3Fixed23.31p52.22p£820£50
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed24.42p51.82p£848£50
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable25.17p50.88p£865None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed25.21p50.88p£866None
EDF EnergySimply Fixed Feb27v6Fixed26.56p52.22p£908£50
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable27.09p49.74p£913None
Scottish PowerGreenGreen Fixed Apr 2027 TL2Fixed28.41p52.22p£958£50
British GasStandard VariableVariable28.45p52.22p£959None

Gas Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 14m v3Fixed5.05p35.23p£709£50
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed5.26p33.87p£729£50
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable5.37p33.88p£741None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed5.38p33.88p£742None
EDF EnergySimply Fixed Feb27v6Fixed5.56p35.23p£768£50
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable5.61p33.55p£768None
British GasStandard VariableVariable5.89p35.23p£807None

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 Fixed7.00p31.97p49.61pNone
E.ON NextNext Drive Lite12.00p26.06p51.16pNone
EDF EnergyEVolve Tracker Apr2718.45p28.45p52.22p£25
Good EnergyGood Energy EV Charge8.50p32.18p56.11p£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 Octopus14.95p45.72p50.29pNone
EDF EnergyHeat Pump Tracker 36m18.45p28.45p52.22pNone
Good EnergyGood Energy Heat Pump13.00p29.27p52.45p£75
Scottish PowerHeat Pump Saver Feb 2027 v131.47p31.47p51.16pNone

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 Octopus9.00p31.96p50.29pNone

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 Octopus17.66p49.98pNone
E.ON NextNext Pumped Fixed 12m V821.42p52.22pNone
EDF EnergyFreephase Static 12m22.18p51.31pNone

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 Mar2727.57p45.37p£25
E.ON NextNext Pledge Tracker 12m v927.51p52.22pNone
Scottish PowerCap Tracker Mar 2027 A128.45p50.16pNone

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 14:57

North West England Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity
115 gCO2/kWh
moderate
Renewables
19%
biomass: 11.2%
gas: 25.8%
nuclear: 55.1%
wind: 7.9%

Energy Efficiency in LA17

D
Average EPC Rating
National average
56%
On Mains Gas
A
5
B
37
C
77
D
183
E
126
F
79
G
28

Based on 535 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in Westmorland and Furness

14.5%
Households in Fuel Poverty
Above national average (13.1%)
15,387
Households Affected
of 106,475 total

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

Energy Usage in Westmorland and Furness

3,916
kWh/year
Electricity
10% above average (3,554 kWh)
11,162
kWh/year
Gas
Close to national average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 116,218 electricity meters and 86,720 gas meters in Westmorland and Furness. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in Westmorland and Furness

64%
Have Smart Meters
Below national average (68%)
64% of meters are smart

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

Off Mains Gas in Westmorland and Furness

25%
Properties Off Gas Grid
Above national average (16%)
29,129
Homes Without Gas
of 117,060 properties

With 25% 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 Westmorland and Furness

8,759
Solar Installations
Above average (84.5 per 1,000 homes)
80
Wind Sites
Above average (46.0 MW)
41
Hydro Sites
Above average (5.3 MW)
6
Biogas Sites
Below average (3.0 MW)
452.0
MW
Total Capacity
Enough to power ~135,603 homes
Installed Capacity
Solar PV
68.7 MW
Wind
46.0 MW
Hydro
5.3 MW
Biogas
3.0 MW

Westmorland and Furness ranks#71 of 314 for solar,#28 of 227 for wind,#6 of 87 for hydro,#55 of 152 for biogas. Data from DESNZ 2024.

Alternative Heating in Westmorland and Furness

With 25% of homes not on mains gas, many properties use alternative heating fuels.

~14,940
Homes on Heating Oil
Estimated from 19.3 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

ECO4 Scheme
Free heating and insulation upgrades for eligible low-income households
Homes rated D-G may qualify
Check eligibility
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

What grants are available for homeowners in Chapels?

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

Chapels is a Hamlet in Cumbria, North West, England.

Electricity in Chapels

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.

Chapels is in the Norweb network PES area which covers the North West England area of the UK.

Norweb is owned by Electricity North West who are the company responsible for maintaining the physical electricity network in Chapels and the surrounding area.

Gas in Chapels

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

Green Energy in Chapels

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 Chapels. 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 Chapels call Electricity North West on 0800 195 4141

If you have a gas emergency in Chapels 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.