Last updated: 4th December 2025
Pricing data matches the October 2025 Ofgem price cap region for South East. Next scheduled update: .
Crowborough Energy Snapshot
- Cheapest Supplier: Octopus Energy
- Distribution Network: UK Power Networks
- Avg. Gas Usage: 11,760 kWh/year
- Smart Meter Uptake: 50% (vs UK average)
- Local Authority: Wealden District
We’ve looked at where you can get the cheapest gas and electricity prices in the Crowborough area to give you an idea of what you could be paying if you switched energy suppliers and how much you could save on your energy bills.
Crowborough is a key residential area located within the Wealden District. The area contains approximately 72,000 domestic properties, with energy infrastructure maintained by UK Power Networks (South East region).
Unlike typical Town averages, Crowborough has a unique energy profile with 41 of homes rated EPC Band C or above. This efficiency data contributes to the area’s average annual gas consumption of 11,760 kWh and electricity consumption of 4,098 kWh per household.
Who are the cheapest energy suppliers in Crowborough?
By using the current prices for tariffs in Crowborough and the average gas and electricity usage for a 3-bedroom home, we have found the following energy providers currently have the cheapest tariffs near you:
| Supplier Name | Tariff Name | Tariff Type | Monthly Cost | Yearly Cost | Early Exit Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Octopus Energy | Octopus 12M Fixed | Fixed | £139 | £1,679 | £0 |
| E.ON Next | Next Fixed 14m | Fixed | £143 | £1,720 | £100 |
| EDF Energy | Simply Fixed | Fixed | £144 | £1,722 | £100 |
| British Gas | Fixed Tariff | Fixed | £149 | £1,793 | £100 |
| OVO Energy | 1 Year Fixed + Boiler Cover | Fixed | £150 | £1,801 | £100 |
| ScottishPower | Help Beat Cancer Fixed | Fixed | £158 | £1,893 | £100 |
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Other locations nearby that this information is also likely applicable to includes: Hartfield, Forest Row, Rotherfield, Ashurst Wood, Nutley, Wych Cross, East Grinstead, Fletching, Maresfield and Newick.
Who is the best energy supplier in Crowborough?
When looking at energy suppliers, it is important not to just focus on price.
Using data from Trustpilot, we have highlighted the best-performing energy suppliers that are available in Crowborough below:
| Supplier Name | Reviews Rating | No. Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| Octopus Energy | 4.8 | 700,000+ |
| OVO | 4.6 | 250,000+ |
| EDF Energy | 4.8 | 180,000+ |
| E.ON Next | 4.5 | 180,000+ |
| British Gas | 4.3 | 310,000+ |
What are the maximum standing charges in Crowborough?
Your standing charge is a daily fee you must pay to your energy supplier regardless of your energy usage. Under the rules of the Ofgem price cap, a company can charge a maximum amount, which varies depending on where you live.
Crowborough falls under the South East area, meaning standing charges are currently capped at 33.6p per day for gas and 47.6p per day for electricity.
This means that whoever your supplier is, these are the maximum amounts they can charge you.
Combined, this gives a maximum standing charge for gas and electricity of 81.2p.
This means that East Sussex is in the area ranked 3rd out of the 14 regions in terms of maximum standing charge rates (14th is highest). The capped price is 7% lower than the average.
These rates are based on the October 2025 price cap.
What are the maximum unit prices in Crowborough?
Your unit rate is how much you are charged per unit of gas or electricity you use. These units are measured in kWh.
Similar to standing charges, a supplier can charge a maximum for each unit of gas or electricity, which varies depending on your area.
In Crowborough, as it is in the South East, the cap on the unit rate for electricity is 26.92p and the maximum unit rate for gas is 6.18p.
Combined, this gives a maximum unit charge for gas and electricity of 114.3p.
This means that East Sussex is in the area ranked 3rd out of the 14 regions in terms of maximum unit prices (1st is lowest).
The capped rate is 5% lower than the average.
Again, these are based on the October 2025 price cap and will next be updated in January 2026.
What is the average energy usage for a property in Crowborough?
Crowborough is in the Wealden District local government area.
Gas Usage
In this area, there are 72,000 domestic properties.
55,000 of these properties have a gas meter whilst 18,000 are not connected to the gas grid (approximately 25% of properties).
The total gas usage for this area is 638 GWh, with the average household consuming 11,760 kWh of gas per year.
For context, the area with the highest average gas usage was the Elmbridge District, with 16,182 kWh per year, and the lowest gas usage was the City of Plymouth, with 7,976 kWh per year.
Electricity Usage
In total, there are 71,800 domestic electricity meters in this area.
The total consumption of all meters comes to 290 GWh, with the average household consuming 4,098 kWh of electricity per year.
For context, the area with the highest average electricity usage was the Cotswolds, at 4,947 kWh per year, and the lowest was the South Tyneside District, at 2,527 kWh per year.
How do properties in Crowborough rate for energy efficiency?
When it comes to the efficiency of properties, 41% in Wealden District are rated as EPC Band C or above.
The lowest-rated area in the UK (Pendle District) has only 22% of properties rated Band C or above.
In contrast, the best-performing area (Salford) has 65% of properties rated Band C or above.
The average estimated CO2 emissions from these properties is 3.9 tonnes/year for existing properties and 1.4 tonnes/year for new properties.
Combined, the average CO2 emissions for properties in this area are 4 tonnes/year.
When it comes to central heating, the table below shows the main fuel type used for central heating in this area:
| Fuel Type | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Community heating scheme | 2% |
| Electricity | 9% |
| Mains gas | 75% |
| Oil | 10% |
| Other or unknown | 2% |
How is the smart meter rollout going in Crowborough?
Smart meters are currently being rolled out across the UK and are available for free to most customers from their energy suppliers.
In Wealden District (which covers Crowborough), 50% of meters are smart meters, based on the latest available data from 2023.
Torridge has the lowest percentage of smart meters, with only 46% installed.
In contrast, Chesterfield has the highest percentage of smart meters at 69%.
Which distribution network covers Crowborough?
The UK’s energy distribution network is supported by several key companies, each responsible for specific regions. These firms manage the infrastructure, delivering energy to homes and businesses, ensuring a reliable supply.
Due to being based in the South East region, the distributor for Crowborough is UK Power Networks.
UK Power Networks operates electricity cables and lines in London, the South East, and East of England, ensuring reliable and safe power. They prioritise climate action, customer service, and community support. While your electricity supplier bills you, a portion funds UK Power Networks for maintaining local power infrastructure.
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