Birmingham Energy That Beats British Gas & Local Suppliers
No mid-contract price hikes £195/year cheaper than price cap Which? Recommended
Birmingham average bill: £1,720/year (July 2025 cap)
UW Fixed Saver: £1,525/year when you bundle
How UW Compares to Birmingham’s Energy Suppliers
British Gas Standard
£1,720/year
- Price cap variable tariff
- CPI+3% price hikes likely
- £30/fuel exit fees
- No bundling discounts
UW Alternative:
Fixed Saver at £1,525/year
(Saves £195, no exit fees)
E (Gas & Electricity)
£1,690/year
- Birmingham-based supplier
- Affordable prepayment options
- Limited tariff choices
- Fewer bundling options
UW Advantage:
Multi-service bundling savings
Free Energy Days worth £100+/year
EDF Energy
£1,750/year
- EV-specific tariffs available
- Established nuclear energy provider
- Higher than average pricing
- Exit fees apply
UW Advantage:
Competitive EV tariff options
£400 exit fee coverage
Octopus Flexible
£1,700/year
- Below price cap
- Free electricity sessions
- No exit fees
- Requires smart meter
UW Advantage:
Free Energy Days worth £100+/year
(Plus £400 exit fee coverage)
Birmingham Area Energy Savings
City Centre (B1-B5)
- Average bill: £1,740
- UW Fixed Saver: £1,525
- Savings: £215/year
Suburbs (B6-B38)
- Average bill: £1,710
- UW Fixed Saver: £1,525
- Savings: £185/year
With Free Energy Days
- 2 services: 6 free days
- 3+ services: 12 free days
- Value: £100+/year
Based on Ofgem typical usage. Actual savings vary by postcode and consumption.
Recognized for Excellence
Why Birmingham Chooses UW Energy
🏆 Award-Winning Value
- Which? Recommended Provider
- Uswitch 2025 Best Value winner
- 80+ industry awards
- 4.7/5 Trustpilot (64,495 reviews)
💷 Birmingham-Specific Savings
- £195/year vs price cap
- £100+/year Free Energy Days
- £400 exit fee coverage
- No CPI-linked hikes
⚡ Smart Energy Solutions
- Free smart meter installation
- EV tariff (12am-5am savings)
- Usage insights to reduce waste
- One bill for energy + broadband/mobile
Birmingham Households Love UW
“Switched from British Gas in Moseley – saved £210 in the first year and got 12 free energy days!”
“The EV tariff cut our charging costs by 40% – perfect for our Nissan Leaf in Selly Oak.”
Free Smart Meter Installation + £400 Exit Fee Coverage
Priority installation for Birmingham homes plus UW covers fees to leave your current supplier.
How It Works:
- Switch to UW energy via our link
- We’ll book your free smart meter
- Receive £400 credit if you incur exit fees
*Limited time offer. Requires switching both gas & electricity.
Birmingham Energy Questions
Is UW really cheaper than British Gas in Birmingham?
Yes – based on July 2025 prices:
- British Gas Standard: £1,720/year
- UW Fixed Saver: £1,525/year
- With Free Energy Days: Equivalent to £1,425/year
Savings vary by Birmingham postcode and usage. Check out our savings calculator for a personalized estimate.
How does UW compare to local provider E (Gas & Electricity)?
While E offers competitive prepayment options, UW provides:
- More comprehensive bundling options
- Free Energy Days program
- Nationwide customer support
- Advanced smart home solutions
Learn more about how bundling can save you money.
How do Free Energy Days work?
For every month you’re with UW:
- 2 services: 6 free days/year (worth ~£50)
- 3+ services: 12 free days/year (worth ~£100)
Credits appear automatically on your bill. Discover more benefits of UW energy.
What’s the best tariff for EV owners in Birmingham?
UW’s EV Tariff offers:
- Cheaper rates midnight-5am
- 40% savings on overnight charging
- Requires smart meter
Ideal for EV owners across Birmingham. Calculate your potential EV savings.
How does UW compare to Octopus Energy?
While both offer competitive pricing, UW provides unique advantages:
- Free Energy Days program
- Multi-service bundling discounts
- £400 exit fee coverage
- Award-winning customer service
See our detailed UW vs Octopus comparison.
Birmingham Energy Facts
Avg. Usage
3,600kWh electricity/year (10% > national avg)
EV Growth
180% increase since 2022 (DfT data)
ECO4 Grants
38% of B postcodes qualify