Cheap Gas and Electricity in The Point

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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in The Point

Electricity Tariffs

Supplier	Tariff	Type	Unit Rate	Standing	Est. Annual	Exit Fee
Scottish Power	Solar Saver Apr 2027 v1	Variable	20.00p	54.03p	£737	None
E.ON Next	Next Fixed 14m v13	Fixed	25.62p	37.99p	£830	£50
Co-op Energy	Co-op 12M Fixed	Variable	25.00p	53.76p	£871	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Fix Feb27	Fixed	24.56p	60.57p	£884	£50
Octopus Energy	Octopus 12M Fixed	Fixed	26.10p	53.76p	£901	None
OVO Energy	Simpler Energy - 01/01/2026	Variable	26.82p	52.48p	£916	None
EDF Energy	Simply Fixed Feb27v7	Fixed	27.28p	55.11p	£938	£50
British Gas	Standard Variable	Variable	28.16p	55.11p	£961	None

Gas Tariffs

Supplier	Tariff	Type	Unit Rate	Standing	Est. Annual	Exit Fee
E.ON Next	Next Secure Fixed 14m v3	Fixed	5.13p	34.71p	£717	£50
Co-op Energy	Co-op 12M Fixed	Variable	5.45p	33.35p	£748	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Fix Feb27	Fixed	5.71p	33.87p	£780	£50
EDF Energy	Simply Fixed Feb27v6	Fixed	5.78p	34.71p	£791	£50
OVO Energy	Simpler Energy - 01/01/2026	Variable	5.85p	33.05p	£793	None
Octopus Energy	Octopus 12M Fixed	Fixed	5.86p	33.35p	£795	None
British Gas	Standard Variable	Variable	6.15p	34.71p	£834	None

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

Supplier	Tariff	Off-Peak	Peak	Standing	Exit Fee
Octopus Energy	Intelligent Octopus Flux Import	23.12p	30.82p	54.39p	None
E.ON Next	Next Drive Lite	12.00p	25.77p	54.03p	None
EDF Energy	EVolve Tracker Apr27	18.16p	28.16p	55.11p	£25
Good Energy	Good Energy EV Charge	8.50p	33.16p	65.49p	£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

Supplier	Tariff	Off-Peak	Peak	Standing	Exit Fee
Octopus Energy	Cosy Octopus 12M Fixed	14.21p	43.45p	53.70p	None
EDF Energy	Heat Pump Tracker 36m	18.16p	28.16p	55.11p	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Heat Pump	13.00p	29.34p	61.19p	£75
Scottish Power	Heat Pump Saver Apr 2027 v1	31.14p	31.14p	54.03p	None

Off-peak periods designed around typical heat pump usage patterns (early morning, afternoon, late evening).

Storage Heater TariffsFor homes with storage heaters

Supplier	Tariff	Off-Peak	Peak	Standing	Exit Fee
Octopus Energy	Snug Octopus	9.00p	31.90p	54.39p	None

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

Agile TariffsPrices change every 30 mins

Supplier	Tariff	Current Rate	Standing	Exit Fee
E.ON Next	Next Smart Saver Fixed 14m V1	20.62p	37.99p	None
EDF Energy	Freephase Static 12m	21.29p	54.27p	None
Octopus EnergyGreen	Agile Octopus	27.41p	66.07p	None

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

Supplier	Tariff	Unit Rate	Standing	Exit Fee
E.ON Next	Next Pledge Tracker 12m v11	23.11p	57.90p	£50
EDF Energy	PAYG Simply Tracker Extra Jun27	27.29p	41.40p	£25
Scottish Power	Cap Tracker Mar 2027 A1	28.16p	53.05p	None

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 EX8

Average EPC Rating

Above national average (D)

76%

On Mains Gas

639

2342

1593

260

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in East Devon

13.1%

Households in Fuel Poverty

National average

9,132

Households Affected

of 69,825 total

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

Energy Usage in East Devon

3,586

kWh/year

Electricity

Close to national average (3,554 kWh)

9,929

kWh/year

Gas

12% below average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 74,192 electricity meters and 51,052 gas meters in East Devon. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in East Devon

71%

Have Smart Meters

Above national average (68%)

71% of meters are smart

East Devon 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 East Devon

31%

Properties Off Gas Grid

Above national average (16%)

22,868

Homes Without Gas

of 74,380 properties

With 31% 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 East Devon

7,414

Solar Installations

Above average (111 per 1,000 homes)

Wind Sites

Below average (0.2 MW)

Hydro Sites

Below average (0.0 MW)

Biogas Sites

Below average (2.8 MW)

136.7

Total Capacity

Enough to power ~41,004 homes

Installed Capacity

Solar PV

133.6 MW

Wind

0.2 MW

Hydro

0.0 MW

Biogas

2.8 MW

East Devon ranks#24 of 314 for solar,#138 of 227 for wind,#74 of 87 for hydro,#58 of 152 for biogas. Data from DESNZ 2024.

Alternative Heating in East Devon

With 31% of homes not on mains gas, many properties use alternative heating fuels.

~7,337

Homes on Heating Oil

Estimated from 9.5 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 The Point?

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

The Point is a Suburban Area in Devon, South West, England.

Electricity in The Point

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.

The Point 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 The Point and the surrounding area.

Gas in The Point

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

Green Energy in The Point

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 The Point. 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 The Point call National Grid Electricity Distribution on 0800 096 3080

If you have a gas emergency in The Point 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.

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