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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Ocker Hill

Electricity Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
Scottish PowerGreenSolar Saver Apr 2027 v1Variable20.00p52.99p£733None
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 14m v4Fixed24.48p51.40p£849£50
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed23.30p61.26p£853£50
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable24.73p52.73p£860None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed24.75p52.73p£861None
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable25.70p51.51p£882None
EDF EnergyPAYG Standard VariableVariable26.16p54.08p£904None
British GasStandard VariableVariable26.99p54.08p£926None

Gas Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed5.40p33.87p£745£50
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 24m v5Fixed5.37p35.12p£746£100
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable5.55p33.76p£761None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed5.55p33.76p£762None
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable5.57p33.44p£763None
EDF EnergySimply Fixed Feb27v7Fixed5.57p35.12p£769£50
British GasStandard VariableVariable5.85p35.12p£801None

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 Fixed7.00p29.86p51.81pNone
E.ON NextNext Drive Lite12.00p24.59p53.00pNone
EDF EnergyEVolve Tracker Apr2716.99p26.99p54.08p£25
Good EnergyGood Energy EV Charge8.50p31.73p66.41p£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 Octopus14.14p43.24p52.49pNone
EDF EnergyHeat Pump Tracker 36m16.99p26.99p54.08pNone
Good EnergyGood Energy Heat Pump13.00p28.47p61.89p£75
Scottish PowerHeat Pump Saver Feb 2027 v129.77p29.77p52.99pNone

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 Octopus9.00p30.34p52.49pNone

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 Octopus18.20p61.56pNone
E.ON NextNext Pumped Fixed 12m V820.96p54.08pNone
EDF EnergyFreephase Static 12m21.76p53.14pNone

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 Mar2726.16p47.22p£25
E.ON NextNext Pledge Tracker 12m v926.05p54.08pNone
Scottish PowerCap Tracker Mar 2027 A126.99p52.02pNone

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 06:12

West Midlands Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity
155 gCO2/kWh
moderate
Renewables
44%
biomass: 1.7%
imports: 12.6%
gas: 34.5%
nuclear: 8.6%
solar: 7.1%
wind: 35.4%

Energy Efficiency in DY4

C
Average EPC Rating
Above national average (D)
83%
On Mains Gas
A
35
B
400
C
2665
D
1728
E
135
F
32
G
5

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in Sandwell

22%
Households in Fuel Poverty
Above national average (13.1%)
29,683
Households Affected
of 134,723 total

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

Energy Usage in Sandwell

3,189
kWh/year
Electricity
10% below average (3,554 kWh)
11,447
kWh/year
Gas
Close to national average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 134,048 electricity meters and 125,673 gas meters in Sandwell. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in Sandwell

72%
Have Smart Meters
Above national average (68%)
72% of meters are smart

Sandwell 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 Sandwell

6%
Properties Off Gas Grid
Below national average (16%)
8,817
Homes Without Gas
of 136,380 properties

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

Renewable Energy in Sandwell

3,544
Solar Installations
Below average (27.2 per 1,000 homes)
2
Wind Sites
Below average (0.0 MW)
17.0
MW
Total Capacity
Enough to power ~5,088 homes
Installed Capacity
Solar PV
16.9 MW
Wind
0.0 MW

Sandwell ranks#287 of 314 for solar,#208 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 energy bill support is available in Ocker Hill?

With 22% of households in fuel poverty in Sandwell, several support schemes are available:

  • Warm Home Discount - £150 off your energy bill
  • Cold Weather Payment - £25 when temperatures drop below zero for 7+ days
  • ECO4 Scheme - Free heating and insulation improvements
  • Household Support Fund - Contact your local council
What grants are available for homeowners in Ocker Hill?

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

Ocker Hill is a Suburban Area in West Midlands, West Midlands, England.

Electricity in Ocker Hill

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.

Ocker Hill is in the Midlands Electricity network PES area which covers the West Midlands area of the UK.

Midlands Electricity is owned by National Grid Electricity Distribution who are the company responsible for maintaining the physical electricity network in Ocker Hill and the surrounding area.

Gas in Ocker Hill

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

Green Energy in Ocker Hill

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 Ocker Hill. 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 Ocker Hill call National Grid Electricity Distribution on 0800 096 3080

If you have a gas emergency in Ocker Hill 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.