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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Newton Ferrers

Electricity Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 14m v3Fixed24.79p48.77p£847£50
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed24.56p60.57p£884£50
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable26.08p53.76p£900None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed26.10p53.76p£901None
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable26.82p52.48p£916None
EDF EnergySimply Fixed Feb27v7Fixed27.28p55.11p£938£50
Scottish PowerGreenGreen Fixed Apr 2027 TL2Fixed28.12p55.10p£960£50
British GasStandard VariableVariable28.16p55.11p£961None

Gas Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 14m v3Fixed5.13p34.71p£717£50
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed5.71p33.87p£780£50
EDF EnergySimply Fixed Feb27v6Fixed5.78p34.71p£791£50
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable5.85p33.05p£793None
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable5.85p33.35p£794None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed5.86p33.35p£795None
British GasStandard VariableVariable6.15p34.71p£834None

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 Fixed7.00p31.81p53.70pNone
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 Octopus14.79p45.23p54.39pNone
EDF EnergyHeat Pump Tracker 36m18.16p28.16p55.11pNone
Good EnergyGood Energy Heat Pump13.00p29.34p61.19p£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 Octopus9.00p31.90p54.39pNone

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 Pumped Fixed 12m V821.16p55.11pNone
EDF EnergyFreephase Static 12m21.29p54.27pNone
Octopus EnergyGreenAgile Octopus19.93p66.07pNone

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
EDF EnergyPAYG Simply Tracker Mar2727.29p48.25p£25
E.ON NextNext Pledge Tracker 12m v927.22p55.11pNone
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: 15 Feb 2026 at 06:39

South West England Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity
230 gCO2/kWh
very high
Renewables
37%
imports: 5.1%
gas: 57.3%
nuclear: 0.1%
solar: 23.6%
wind: 13.8%

Energy Efficiency in PL8

D
Average EPC Rating
National average
54%
On Mains Gas
A
46
B
375
C
677
D
984
E
693
F
242
G
91

Based on 3,108 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in South Hams

14.2%
Households in Fuel Poverty
Above national average (13.1%)
5,834
Households Affected
of 41,155 total

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

Energy Usage in South Hams

4,648
kWh/year
Electricity
31% above average (3,554 kWh)
9,581
kWh/year
Gas
15% below average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 48,495 electricity meters and 28,979 gas meters in South Hams. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in South Hams

66%
Have Smart Meters
Below national average (68%)
66% of meters are smart

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

Off Mains Gas in South Hams

38%
Properties Off Gas Grid
Above national average (16%)
17,934
Homes Without Gas
of 47,150 properties

With 38% 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 South Hams

7,052
Solar Installations
Above average (179.4 per 1,000 homes)
46
Wind Sites
Below average (0.9 MW)
17
Hydro Sites
Below average (1.4 MW)
1
Biogas Sites
Below average (0.5 MW)
145.3
MW
Total Capacity
Enough to power ~43,581 homes
Installed Capacity
Solar PV
142.5 MW
Wind
0.9 MW
Hydro
1.4 MW
Biogas
0.5 MW

South Hams ranks#2 of 314 for solar,#116 of 227 for wind,#11 of 87 for hydro,#124 of 152 for biogas. Data from DESNZ 2024.

Alternative Heating in South Hams

With 38% of homes not on mains gas, many properties use alternative heating fuels.

~5,950
Homes on Heating Oil
Estimated from 7.7 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 Newton Ferrers?

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

Newton Ferrers is a Village in Devon, South West, England.

Electricity in Newton Ferrers

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.

Newton Ferrers 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 Newton Ferrers and the surrounding area.

Gas in Newton Ferrers

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

Green Energy in Newton Ferrers

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 Newton Ferrers. 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 Newton Ferrers call National Grid Electricity Distribution on 0800 096 3080

If you have a gas emergency in Newton Ferrers 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.