Last updated: 4th December 2025
Pricing data matches the October 2025 Ofgem price cap region for Eastern. Next scheduled update: .
Reepham Energy Snapshot
- Cheapest Supplier: Octopus Energy
- Distribution Network: UK Power Networks
- Avg. Gas Usage: 10,722 kWh/year
- Smart Meter Uptake: 62% (vs UK average)
- Local Authority: Broadland District
We’ve looked at where you can get the cheapest gas and electricity prices in the Reepham 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.
Reepham is a key residential area located within the Broadland District. The area contains approximately 60,000 domestic properties, with energy infrastructure maintained by UK Power Networks (Eastern region).
Unlike typical Town averages, Reepham has a unique energy profile with 40 of homes rated EPC Band C or above. This efficiency data contributes to the area’s average annual gas consumption of 10,722 kWh and electricity consumption of 3,624 kWh per household.
Who are the cheapest energy suppliers in Reepham?
By using the current prices for tariffs in Reepham 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: Saxthorpe, Salle, Bawdeswell, Cawston, Alderford, Thurning, Fincham, Elsing, Lyng and Great Witchingham.
Who is the best energy supplier in Reepham?
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 Reepham 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 Reepham?
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.
Reepham falls under the Eastern area, meaning standing charges are currently capped at 33.67p per day for gas and 48.25p 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 81.92p.
This means that Norfolk is in the area ranked 4th 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 Reepham?
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 Reepham, as it is in the Eastern, the cap on the unit rate for electricity is 26.53p and the maximum unit rate for gas is 6.22p.
Combined, this gives a maximum unit charge for gas and electricity of 114.67p.
This means that Norfolk is in the area ranked 5th 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 Reepham?
Reepham is in the Broadland District local government area.
Gas Usage
In this area, there are 60,000 domestic properties.
48,000 of these properties have a gas meter whilst 12,000 are not connected to the gas grid (approximately 20% of properties).
The total gas usage for this area is 510 GWh, with the average household consuming 10,722 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 60,500 domestic electricity meters in this area.
The total consumption of all meters comes to 210 GWh, with the average household consuming 3,624 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 Reepham rate for energy efficiency?
When it comes to the efficiency of properties, 40% in Broadland 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 4.0 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 | 1% |
| Electricity | 7% |
| Mains gas | 77% |
| Oil | 11% |
| Other or unknown | 2% |
How is the smart meter rollout going in Reepham?
Smart meters are currently being rolled out across the UK and are available for free to most customers from their energy suppliers.
In Broadland District (which covers Reepham), 62% 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 Reepham?
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 Eastern region, the distributor for Reepham 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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