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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Durweston

Electricity Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed24.19p52.35p£844£50
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 14m v3Fixed25.14p45.70p£846£50
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable25.54p44.35p£851None
London Powermy london 12m fixed planVariable25.54p44.35p£851None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed25.56p44.35p£852None
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable26.50p43.53p£874None
EDF EnergyPAYG Standard VariableVariable26.97p45.70p£895None
Scottish PowerGreenGreen Fixed Apr 2027 TL2Fixed27.79p45.70p£917£50
British GasStandard VariableVariable27.83p45.70p£918None

Gas Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed5.47p33.87p£753£50
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 14m v3Fixed5.53p34.55p£762£50
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable5.65p33.19p£771None
London Powermy london 12m fixed planVariable5.65p33.19p£771None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed5.66p33.19p£772None
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable5.72p32.91p£778None
EDF EnergySimply Fixed Feb27v6Fixed5.75p34.55p£787£50
British GasStandard VariableVariable6.00p34.55p£816None

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 Fixed7.00p30.92p43.82pNone
E.ON NextNext Drive Lite12.00p25.42p44.62pNone
EDF EnergyEVolve Tracker Apr2717.83p27.83p45.70p£25
Good EnergyGood Energy EV Charge8.50p32.52p57.36p£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 Octopus14.60p44.65p44.51pNone
EDF EnergyHeat Pump Tracker 36m17.83p27.83p45.70pNone
Good EnergyGood Energy Heat Pump13.00p29.20p52.97p£75

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 Octopus9.00p31.67p44.51pNone

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 Octopus17.66p62.22pNone
E.ON NextNext Pumped Fixed 12m V821.93p45.70pNone
EDF EnergyFreephase Static 12m22.33p45.13pNone

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 Mar2726.97p38.85p£25
E.ON NextNext Pledge Tracker 12m v926.89p45.70pNone
Scottish PowerCap Tracker Mar 2027 A127.83p43.64pNone

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

South England Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity
227 gCO2/kWh
high
Renewables
17%
biomass: 0.6%
imports: 29.5%
gas: 51.7%
nuclear: 1.7%
hydro: 0.1%
wind: 16.5%

Energy Efficiency in DT11

C
Average EPC Rating
Above national average (D)
51%
On Mains Gas
A
27
B
993
C
2019
D
1318
E
505
F
107
G
31

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in Dorset

12.5%
Households in Fuel Poverty
Below national average (13.1%)
22,223
Households Affected
of 177,275 total

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

Energy Usage in Dorset

3,768
kWh/year
Electricity
6% above average (3,554 kWh)
10,362
kWh/year
Gas
8% below average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 185,704 electricity meters and 142,005 gas meters in Dorset. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in Dorset

68%
Have Smart Meters
National average
68% of meters are smart

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

Off Mains Gas in Dorset

23%
Properties Off Gas Grid
Above national average (16%)
42,506
Homes Without Gas
of 185,720 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 Dorset

15,744
Solar Installations
Above average (93 per 1,000 homes)
26
Wind Sites
Below average (0.9 MW)
11
Hydro Sites
Below average (0.1 MW)
14
Biogas Sites
Above average (5.1 MW)
387.3
MW
Total Capacity
Enough to power ~116,199 homes
Installed Capacity
Solar PV
381.2 MW
Wind
0.9 MW
Hydro
0.1 MW
Biogas
5.1 MW

Dorset ranks#55 of 314 for solar,#115 of 227 for wind,#49 of 87 for hydro,#36 of 152 for biogas. Data from DESNZ 2024.

Alternative Heating in Dorset

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

~17,942
Homes on Heating Oil
Estimated from 23.1 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
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 Durweston?

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

Durweston is a Village in Dorset, South West, England.

Electricity in Durweston

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.

Durweston is in the Southern Electric network PES area which covers the Southern England area of the UK.

Southern Electric is owned by Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) who are the company responsible for maintaining the physical electricity network in Durweston and the surrounding area.

Gas in Durweston

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

Green Energy in Durweston

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 Durweston. 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 Durweston call Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) on 0800 048 3515

If you have a gas emergency in Durweston 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.