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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Derriford

Electricity Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
Scottish PowerSolar Saver Apr 2027 v1Variable20.00p54.03p£737None
E.ON NextNext Fixed 14m v13Fixed25.62p37.99p£830£50
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable25.00p53.76p£871None
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed24.56p60.57p£884£50
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed26.10p53.76p£901None
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable26.82p52.48p£916None
EDF EnergySimply Fixed Feb27v7Fixed27.28p55.11p£938£50
British GasStandard VariableVariable28.16p55.11p£961None

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 Flux Import23.12p30.82p54.39pNone
E.ON NextNext Drive Lite12.00p25.77p54.03pNone
EDF EnergyEVolve Tracker Apr2718.16p28.16p55.11p£25
Good EnergyGood Energy EV Charge8.50p33.16p65.49p£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 Octopus 12M Fixed14.21p43.45p53.70pNone
EDF EnergyHeat Pump Tracker 36m18.16p28.16p55.11pNone
Good EnergyGood Energy Heat Pump13.00p29.34p61.19p£75
Scottish PowerHeat Pump Saver Apr 2027 v131.14p31.14p54.03pNone

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 Octopus9.00p31.90p54.39pNone

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

Agile TariffsPrices change every 30 mins

SupplierTariffCurrent RateStandingExit Fee
E.ON NextNext Smart Saver Fixed 14m V120.62p37.99pNone
EDF EnergyFreephase Static 12m21.29p54.27pNone
Octopus EnergyGreenAgile Octopus27.41p66.07pNone

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
E.ON NextNext Pledge Tracker 12m v1123.11p57.90p£50
EDF EnergyPAYG Simply Tracker Extra Jun2727.29p41.40p£25
Scottish PowerCap Tracker Mar 2027 A128.16p53.05pNone

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 06:32

South West England Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity
322 gCO2/kWh
very high
Renewables
18%
gas: 81.6%
wind: 18.3%

Energy Efficiency in PL6

D
Average EPC Rating
National average
84%
On Mains Gas
A
28
B
438
C
2616
D
1417
E
278
F
172
G
51

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in Plymouth

14.5%
Households in Fuel Poverty
Above national average (13.1%)
17,361
Households Affected
of 119,930 total

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

Energy Usage in Plymouth

3,048
kWh/year
Electricity
14% below average (3,554 kWh)
8,013
kWh/year
Gas
29% below average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 119,906 electricity meters and 110,965 gas meters in Plymouth. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in Plymouth

74%
Have Smart Meters
Above national average (68%)
74% of meters are smart

Plymouth 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 Plymouth

9%
Properties Off Gas Grid
Below national average (16%)
10,751
Homes Without Gas
of 123,050 properties

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

Renewable Energy in Plymouth

9,190
Solar Installations
Above average (80.2 per 1,000 homes)
2
Wind Sites
Below average (0.0 MW)
1
Hydro Sites
Below average (0.4 MW)
37.2
MW
Total Capacity
Enough to power ~11,151 homes
Installed Capacity
Solar PV
36.7 MW
Wind
0.0 MW
Hydro
0.4 MW

Plymouth ranks#80 of 314 for solar,#170 of 227 for wind,#31 of 87 for hydro. Data from DESNZ 2024.

Green Energy Options for Derriford

With Derriford 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
9,190 homes in Plymouth 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 (South West England) is currently 18% 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 Derriford
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 Derriford?

Derriford 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 Derriford?

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 Derriford?

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

Derriford is a Suburban Area in Devon, South West, England.

Electricity in Derriford

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.

Derriford is in the South Western Electricity network PES area which covers the South West England area of the UK.

South Western Electricity is owned by National Grid Electricity Distribution who are the company responsible for maintaining the physical electricity network in Derriford and the surrounding area.

Gas in Derriford

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

Green Energy in Derriford

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