Cheap Gas and Electricity in Toronto

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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Toronto

Electricity Tariffs

Supplier	Tariff	Type	Unit Rate	Standing	Est. Annual	Exit Fee
E.ON Next	Next Battery Boost Fixed 12m V1	Fixed	22.47p	57.56p	£817	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Fix Feb27	Fixed	23.69p	66.31p	£882	£50
Co-op Energy	Co-op 12M Fixed	Variable	24.70p	59.59p	£884	None
Octopus Energy	Octopus 12M Fixed	Fixed	24.74p	59.59p	£885	None
OVO Energy	Simpler Energy - 01/01/2026	Variable	25.47p	58.03p	£899	None
EDF Energy	PAYG Standard Variable	Variable	25.93p	60.93p	£923	None
Scottish PowerGreen	Green Fixed Apr 2027 TL2	Fixed	26.71p	60.93p	£944	£50 /fuel
British Gas	Standard Variable	Variable	26.75p	60.93p	£945	None

Gas Tariffs

Supplier	Tariff	Type	Unit Rate	Standing	Est. Annual	Exit Fee
Good Energy	Good Energy Fix Feb27	Fixed	5.25p	33.87p	£727	£50
E.ON Next	Next Secure Fixed 24m v5	Fixed	5.39p	35.20p	£748	£100
Co-op Energy	Co-op 12M Fixed	Variable	5.62p	33.85p	£769	None
Octopus Energy	Octopus 12M Fixed	Fixed	5.62p	33.85p	£770	None
EDF Energy	Simply Fixed Feb27v7	Fixed	5.59p	35.20p	£771	£50
OVO Energy	Simpler Energy - 01/01/2026	Variable	5.65p	33.53p	£772	None
British Gas	Standard Variable	Variable	5.93p	35.20p	£811	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 Go 12M Fixed	7.00p	29.88p	58.21p	None
E.ON Next	Next Drive Lite	12.00p	24.38p	59.86p	None
EDF Energy	GoElectric Apr27	8.99p	27.10p	58.21p	£75
Good Energy	Good Energy EV Charge	8.50p	31.76p	71.27p	£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	14.02p	42.88p	58.90p	None
Scottish Power	Heat Pump Saver Feb 2027 v1	14.00p	14.00p	59.86p	None
EDF Energy	Heat Pump Tracker 36m	16.75p	26.75p	60.93p	None
Good Energy	Good Energy Heat Pump	13.00p	28.69p	66.94p	£75

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	30.23p	58.90p	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
Octopus EnergyGreen	Agile Octopus	17.64p	70.05p	None
E.ON Next	Next Smart Saver Fixed 12m V8	21.86p	51.68p	None
EDF Energy	Freephase Static 12m	20.99p	59.83p	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
EDF Energy	PAYG Simply Tracker Mar27	25.93p	54.08p	£25
E.ON Next	Next Pledge Tracker 12m v9	25.81p	60.93p	None
Scottish Power	Cap Tracker Mar 2027 A1	26.75p	58.87p	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: 14 Feb 2026 at 06:04

North East England Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity

165 gCO2/kWh

moderate

Renewables

63%

biomass: 48.2%

gas: 27.2%

nuclear: 9.8%

solar: 11.2%

wind: 3.6%

Energy Efficiency in DL14

Average EPC Rating

Above national average (D)

85%

On Mains Gas

200

449

2744

1353

195

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in County Durham

11.5%

Households in Fuel Poverty

Below national average (13.1%)

27,562

Households Affected

of 240,176 total

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

Energy Usage in County Durham

2,909

kWh/year

Electricity

18% below average (3,554 kWh)

11,683

kWh/year

Gas

Close to national average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 248,557 electricity meters and 234,967 gas meters in County Durham. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in County Durham

78%

Have Smart Meters

Above national average (68%)

78% of meters are smart

County Durham 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 County Durham

Properties Off Gas Grid

Below national average (16%)

16,453

Homes Without Gas

of 254,180 properties

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

Renewable Energy in County Durham

14,001

Solar Installations

Below average (59.6 per 1,000 homes)

Wind Sites

Above average (135.4 MW)

Hydro Sites

Below average (1.3 MW)

Biogas Sites

Above average (5.3 MW)

220.4

Total Capacity

Enough to power ~66,129 homes

Installed Capacity

Solar PV

78.4 MW

Wind

135.4 MW

Hydro

1.3 MW

Biogas

5.3 MW

County Durham ranks#157 of 314 for solar,#7 of 227 for wind,#13 of 87 for hydro,#31 of 152 for biogas. 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 Toronto?

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

Toronto is a Village in Durham, North East, England.

Electricity in Toronto

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.

Toronto is in the Northern Electric network PES area which covers the North East England area of the UK.

Northern Electric is owned by Northern Powergrid who are the company responsible for maintaining the physical electricity network in Toronto and the surrounding area.

Gas in Toronto

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

Green Energy in Toronto

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 Toronto. 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 Toronto call Northern Powergrid on 0800 011 3332

If you have a gas emergency in Toronto 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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