Nottingham Energy That Beats British Gas & Major Suppliers
No mid-contract price hikes £135/year cheaper than price cap Which? Recommended
Nottingham average bill: £1,690/year (July 2025 cap)
UW Fixed Saver: £1,555/year when you bundle
Get personalised savings analysis for your Nottingham home
Nottingham’s Energy Situation
Since Robin Hood Energy closed in 2020, Nottingham residents have been transferred to British Gas. As part of the East Midlands Electricity network area, Nottingham households can now choose from multiple energy suppliers offering competitive rates and renewable energy options.
Emergency Contacts
- Electricity: 0800 056 8090
- Gas: 0800 111 999
Network Operators
- Electricity: Western Power Distribution
- Gas: National Gas Emergencies
Green Energy Options
- Wind, solar & hydro available
- EV-specific tariffs
- Smart meter compatibility
How UW Compares to Nottingham’s Top Energy Suppliers
British Gas Standard
£1,690/year
- Price cap variable tariff
- Former Robin Hood Energy provider
- £30/fuel exit fees
- Limited bundling options
UW Alternative:
Fixed Saver at £1,555/year
(Saves £135, no exit fees)
Octopus Flexible
£1,670/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
£1,680/year
- Variable tariff options
- Some green energy options
- Exit fees on fixed plans
- Limited bundling options
UW Edge:
Multi-service discounts
(Broadband, mobile, insurance)
Nottingham Area Energy Savings
City Centre (NG1-NG4)
- Average bill: £1,710
- UW Fixed Saver: £1,555
- Savings: £155/year
Suburbs (NG5-NG20)
- Average bill: £1,680
- UW Fixed Saver: £1,555
- Savings: £125/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 Nottingham Chooses UW Energy
🏆 Award-Winning Value
- Which? Recommended Provider
- Uswitch 2025 Best Value winner
- 80+ industry awards
- 4.7/5 Trustpilot (64,495 reviews)
💷 Nottingham-Specific Savings
- £135/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
Nottingham Households Love UW
“Switched from British Gas in Lenton – saved over £150 in the first year and got 12 free energy days with my broadband bundle! The full-fibre broadband is lightning fast too.”
Sarah T.
Lenton Resident
“The EV tariff cut our charging costs significantly – perfect for our Nissan Leaf in Long Eaton. Plus the broadband bundle is fantastic with no mid-contract price rises!”
James P.
Long Eaton EV Owner
Free Smart Meter Installation + £400 Exit Fee Coverage
Priority installation for Nottingham 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.
Nottingham Energy Questions
Is UW really cheaper than British Gas in Nottingham?
Yes – based on July 2025 prices:
- British Gas Standard: £1,690/year
- UW Fixed Saver: £1,555/year
- With Free Energy Days: Equivalent to £1,455/year
Savings vary by Nottingham 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 Nottingham?
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 Nottingham. 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 £135/year cheaper than the price cap
- Free Energy Days with bundled services
- £400 exit fee coverage
- Award-winning customer service
What makes UW different from former providers like Robin Hood Energy?
UW offers stability and proven value that former local providers couldn’t match:
- Financial stability with 1M+ customers
- Multi-service bundling for greater savings
- Award-winning customer service
- No council ownership risks
Calculate Your Exact Savings
Unsure how much you could save with UW? Our free calculator helps Nottingham residents estimate their potential savings based on current usage and postcode.
Nottingham Energy Facts
Avg. Usage
3,600kWh electricity/year (10% > national avg)
EV Growth
142% increase since 2022 (DfT data)
ECO4 Grants
38% of NG postcodes qualify