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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Day Green

Electricity Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 14m v4Fixed25.04p71.01p£935£50
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed25.70p73.18p£961£50
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable26.34p69.67p£965None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed26.37p69.67p£966None
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable27.70p67.63p£995None
EDF EnergySimply Fixed Feb27v7Fixed27.79p71.01p£1010£50
Scottish PowerGreenGreen Fixed Apr 2027 TL2Fixed29.05p71.01p£1044£50
British GasStandard VariableVariable29.09p71.01p£1045None

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 Fixed7.00p32.94p68.34pNone
E.ON NextNext Drive Lite12.00p26.67p69.95pNone
EDF EnergyEVolve Tracker Apr2719.09p29.09p71.01p£25
Good EnergyGood Energy EV Charge8.50p35.04p77.86p£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 Octopus15.28p46.75p69.03pNone
EDF EnergyHeat Pump Tracker 36m19.09p29.09p71.01pNone
Good EnergyGood Energy Heat Pump13.00p29.87p73.82p£75
Scottish PowerHeat Pump Saver Feb 2027 v132.19p32.19p69.94pNone

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 Octopus9.00p32.61p69.03pNone

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 Octopus19.07p65.84pNone
E.ON NextNext Pumped Fixed 12m V822.77p71.01pNone
EDF EnergyFreephase Static 12m23.38p69.54pNone

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 Mar2728.20p64.16p£25
E.ON NextNext Pledge Tracker 12m v928.15p71.01pNone
Scottish PowerCap Tracker Mar 2027 A129.09p68.95pNone

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: 15 Feb 2026 at 06:09

North Wales & Merseyside Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity
69 gCO2/kWh
low
Renewables
71%
biomass: 1.6%
gas: 17%
nuclear: 11.7%
solar: 7.7%
wind: 62%

Energy Efficiency in CW11

C
Average EPC Rating
Above national average (D)
64%
On Mains Gas
A
27
B
1295
C
1523
D
1663
E
364
F
86
G
42

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in Cheshire East

11.2%
Households in Fuel Poverty
Below national average (13.1%)
20,163
Households Affected
of 179,721 total

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

Energy Usage in Cheshire East

3,794
kWh/year
Electricity
7% above average (3,554 kWh)
12,095
kWh/year
Gas
7% above average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 186,289 electricity meters and 165,473 gas meters in Cheshire East. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in Cheshire East

71%
Have Smart Meters
Above national average (68%)
71% of meters are smart

Cheshire East 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 Cheshire East

12%
Properties Off Gas Grid
Below national average (16%)
21,816
Homes Without Gas
of 188,880 properties

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

Renewable Energy in Cheshire East

9,428
Solar Installations
Below average (53.9 per 1,000 homes)
18
Wind Sites
Below average (0.4 MW)
5
Hydro Sites
Below average (0.2 MW)
2
Biogas Sites
Below average (0.6 MW)
73.9
MW
Total Capacity
Enough to power ~22,176 homes
Installed Capacity
Solar PV
72.8 MW
Wind
0.4 MW
Hydro
0.2 MW
Biogas
0.6 MW

Cheshire East ranks#185 of 314 for solar,#132 of 227 for wind,#46 of 87 for hydro,#116 of 152 for biogas. Data from DESNZ 2024.

Green Energy Options for Day Green

With Day Green 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
9,428 homes in Cheshire East 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 (North Wales & Merseyside) is currently 71% powered by renewables. Using a heat pump with green electricity means near-zero carbon heating.

Energy Grants & Support

Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Get up to £7,500 towards a heat pump installation
Ideal for off-gas properties like Day Green
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 Day Green?

Day Green is located in a rural area where the gas distribution network has not been extended. Approximately 12% 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 Day Green?

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 grants are available for homeowners in Day Green?

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

Day Green is a Hamlet in Cheshire, North West, England.

Electricity in Day Green

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.

Day Green is in the Manweb network PES area which covers the North Wales/Cheshire area of the UK.

Manweb is owned by SP Energy Networks who are the company responsible for maintaining the physical electricity network in Day Green and the surrounding area.

Gas in Day Green

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

Green Energy in Day Green

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 Day Green. 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 Day Green call SP Energy Networks on 0800 092 9290