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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Dobb Brow

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 /fuel
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 Octopus18.20p49.98pNone
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: 15 Feb 2026 at 06:16

North West England Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity
56 gCO2/kWh
low
Renewables
47%
biomass: 6.2%
gas: 12.3%
nuclear: 40.4%
solar: 0.9%
wind: 40.2%

Energy Efficiency in BL5

C
Average EPC Rating
Above national average (D)
70%
On Mains Gas
A
59
B
1084
C
2071
D
1443
E
282
F
50
G
11

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in Bolton

14.9%
Households in Fuel Poverty
Above national average (13.1%)
18,209
Households Affected
of 122,179 total

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

Energy Usage in Bolton

3,198
kWh/year
Electricity
10% below average (3,554 kWh)
11,596
kWh/year
Gas
Close to national average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 126,816 electricity meters and 118,745 gas meters in Bolton. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in Bolton

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

Bolton 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 Bolton

6%
Properties Off Gas Grid
Below national average (16%)
7,722
Homes Without Gas
of 128,140 properties

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

Renewable Energy in Bolton

3,767
Solar Installations
Below average (31.7 per 1,000 homes)
3
Wind Sites
Below average (0.0 MW)
27.8
MW
Total Capacity
Enough to power ~8,340 homes
Installed Capacity
Solar PV
27.8 MW
Wind
0.0 MW

Bolton ranks#270 of 314 for solar,#189 of 227 for wind. Data from DESNZ 2024.

Energy Grants & Support

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 Dobb Brow?

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

Dobb Brow is a Suburban Area in Greater Manchester, North West, England.

Electricity in Dobb Brow

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.

Dobb Brow 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 Dobb Brow and the surrounding area.

Gas in Dobb Brow

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

Green Energy in Dobb Brow

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 Dobb Brow. 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 Dobb Brow call Electricity North West on 0800 195 4141

If you have a gas emergency in Dobb Brow 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.