Bristol Energy That Beats British Gas & Octopus
No mid-contract price hikes £195/year cheaper than price cap Which? Recommended
Bristol average bill: £1,720/year (July 2025 cap)
UW Fixed Saver: £1,525/year when you bundle
Bristol Energy Update
Bristol Energy, the municipal energy company founded by Bristol City Council, ceased trading in 2021. All residential customers were transferred to British Gas, leaving many Bristol residents looking for better alternatives.
This transition presents an opportunity to switch to a provider that offers better value, award-winning customer service, and innovative energy solutions tailored to Bristol households.
How UW Compares to Bristol’s Top 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)
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)
E.ON Next
£1,710/year
- Variable tariff options
- Some green energy options
- Exit fees on fixed plans
- Limited bundling options
UW Edge:
Multi-service discounts
(Broadband, mobile, insurance)
Bristol Area Energy Savings
City Centre (BS1-BS8)
- Average bill: £1,740
- UW Fixed Saver: £1,525
- Savings: £215/year
Suburbs (BS9-BS48)
- 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 Bristol Chooses UW Energy
🏆 Award-Winning Value
- Which? Recommended Provider
- Uswitch 2025 Best Value winner
- 80+ industry awards
- 4.7/5 Trustpilot (64,495 reviews)
💷 Bristol-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
Bristol Households Love UW
“Switched from British Gas in the city centre after Bristol Energy closed – saved over £200 in the first year and got 12 free energy days with my broadband bundle! The full-fibre broadband is lightning fast too.”
James T.
City Centre Resident
“The EV tariff cut our charging costs significantly – perfect for our Tesla in Bradley Stoke. Plus the broadband bundle is fantastic with no mid-contract price rises! Switching from British Gas was seamless.”
Sarah M.
Bradley Stoke EV Owner
Free Smart Meter Installation + £400 Exit Fee Coverage
Priority installation for Bristol 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.
Bristol Energy Questions
Is UW really cheaper than British Gas in Bristol?
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 Bristol postcode and usage. Learn more about UW’s energy advantages.
How can I save more by bundling services?
UW offers significant discounts when you bundle multiple services:
- 2 services: 6 free energy days/year (worth ~£50)
- 3+ services: 12 free energy days/year (worth ~£100)
These credits appear automatically on your bill. Discover more about bundling savings.
What’s the best tariff for EV owners in Bristol?
UW’s EV Tariff offers special benefits for electric vehicle owners:
- Cheaper rates midnight-5am
- Significant savings on overnight charging
- Requires smart meter
Ideal for EV owners across Bristol. Calculate your potential EV savings.
How does UW compare to Octopus Energy?
While Octopus offers competitive rates, UW provides unique advantages:
- UW’s Fixed Saver is £195/year cheaper than the price cap
- Free Energy Days with bundled services
- £400 exit fee coverage
- Award-winning customer service
Calculate Your Exact Savings
Unsure how much you could save with UW? Our free calculator helps Bristol residents estimate their potential savings based on current usage and postcode.
Bristol Energy Facts
Avg. Usage
3,600kWh electricity/year (10% > national avg)
EV Growth
142% increase since 2022 (DfT data)
ECO4 Grants
38% of BS postcodes qualify