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Current Cheapest Energy Deals in Upperthorpe

Electricity Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
E.ON NextNext Battery Boost Fixed 12m V1Fixed21.89p56.35p£797None
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed23.30p66.06p£870£50
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable24.37p58.37p£871None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed24.41p58.37p£872None
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable25.42p56.87p£894None
EDF EnergyPAYG Standard VariableVariable25.87p59.72p£916None
Scottish PowerGreenGreen Fixed Apr 2027 TL2Fixed26.65p59.71p£937£50
British GasStandard VariableVariable26.69p59.72p£939None

Gas Tariffs

SupplierTariffTypeUnit RateStandingEst. AnnualExit Fee
E.ON NextNext Secure Fixed 14m v3Fixed4.98p35.18p£701£50
Good EnergyGood Energy Fix Feb27Fixed5.22p33.87p£724£50
OVO EnergySimpler Energy - 01/01/2026Variable5.62p33.50p£769None
Co-op EnergyCo-op 12M FixedVariable5.65p33.83p£773None
Octopus EnergyOctopus 12M FixedFixed5.66p33.83p£774None
EDF EnergySimply Fixed Feb27v7Fixed5.63p35.18p£776£50
British GasStandard VariableVariable5.90p35.18p£807None

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 Fixed7.00p29.37p57.16pNone
E.ON NextNext Drive Lite12.00p24.28p58.65pNone
EDF EnergyEVolve Tracker Apr2716.69p26.69p59.72p£25
Good EnergyGood Energy EV Charge8.50p32.84p71.13p£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 Octopus13.97p42.72p57.84pNone
EDF EnergyHeat Pump Tracker 36m16.69p26.69p59.72pNone
Good EnergyGood Energy Heat Pump13.00p28.20p66.69p£75
Scottish PowerHeat Pump Saver Feb 2027 v129.41p29.41p58.64pNone

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 Octopus9.00p29.78p57.84pNone

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 Octopus16.82p66.26pNone
E.ON NextNext Smart Saver Fixed 12m V820.88p61.95pNone
EDF EnergyFreephase Static 12m21.92p58.64pNone

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 Mar2725.87p52.86p£25
E.ON NextNext Pledge Tracker 12m v925.75p59.72pNone
Scottish PowerCap Tracker Mar 2027 A126.69p57.66pNone

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 15:00

Yorkshire Grid Right Now

Carbon Intensity
206 gCO2/kWh
high
Renewables
61%
biomass: 44%
gas: 38.7%
wind: 17.3%

Energy Efficiency in S21

C
Average EPC Rating
Above national average (D)
87%
On Mains Gas
A
218
B
322
C
2779
D
1421
E
211
F
39
G
10

Based on 5,000 energy certificates

Fuel Poverty in North East Derbyshire

14.7%
Households in Fuel Poverty
Above national average (13.1%)
7,005
Households Affected
of 47,622 total

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

Energy Usage in North East Derbyshire

3,250
kWh/year
Electricity
9% below average (3,554 kWh)
11,696
kWh/year
Gas
Close to national average (11,320 kWh)

Based on 48,402 electricity meters and 46,519 gas meters in North East Derbyshire. Source: DESNZ 2024.

Smart Meters in North East Derbyshire

78%
Have Smart Meters
Above national average (68%)
78% of meters are smart

North East Derbyshire 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 North East Derbyshire

3%
Properties Off Gas Grid
Below national average (16%)
1,654
Homes Without Gas
of 48,560 properties

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

Renewable Energy in North East Derbyshire

2,936
Solar Installations
Below average (63.8 per 1,000 homes)
19
Wind Sites
Below average (0.8 MW)
1
Biogas Sites
Below average (0.3 MW)
63.2
MW
Total Capacity
Enough to power ~18,957 homes
Installed Capacity
Solar PV
62.2 MW
Wind
0.8 MW
Biogas
0.3 MW

North East Derbyshire ranks#130 of 314 for solar,#120 of 227 for wind,#140 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 Upperthorpe?

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

Upperthorpe is a Suburban Area in Derbyshire, East Midlands, England.

Electricity in Upperthorpe

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.

Upperthorpe is in the Yorkshire Electricity network PES area which covers the Yorkshire area of the UK.

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

Gas in Upperthorpe

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

Green Energy in Upperthorpe

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 Upperthorpe. 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 Upperthorpe call Northern Powergrid on 0800 011 3332

If you have a gas emergency in Upperthorpe 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.