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We’ve looked at where you can get the cheapest gas and electricity prices in the Staffordshire 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.

Who are the cheapest energy suppliers in Staffordshire?

By using the current prices for tariffs in Staffordshire and the average gas and electricity usage for a 3-bedroom home, we have found the below energy providers currently have the cheapest tariffs near you:

Supplier NameTariff NameTariff TypeMonthly CostAnnual Cost
Octopus EnergyOctopus Fixed12mFixed£133£1,597
Outfox The MarketFix’d Dual Aug24 v4.0Fixed£134£1,603
EDF EnergyEssentials Fixed 1Yr Sep25Fixed£137£1,645
OVO Energy1 Year Fixed 19 August 2024Fixed£137£1,648
E.ON NextNext Fixed 12m v23Fixed£140£1,683
British GasFixed Tariff 12M v9Fixed£144£1,725
This was last updated 30th August 2024.

Use our comparison site here to find the cheapest gas and electricity prices based on your usage.

Who is the best energy supplier in Staffordshire?

When looking at energy suppliers, it is important to not just focus on price.

Using data from Trustpilot, we have highlighted the best-performing energy suppliers that are available in Staffordshire below:

Supplier NameReviews RatingNo. Reviews
Octopus Energy4.8344,000+
OVO4.4175,000+
EDF Energy4.591,000+
E.ON Next4.4 100,000+
British Gas4.2235,000+

What are the maximum standing charges in Staffordshire?

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 is allowed to charge a maximum amount, which varies depending on where you live.

Staffordshire falls under the West Midlands area, meaning standing charges are currently capped at 31.45p per day for gas and 62.73p 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 94.18p.

This means that Staffordshire is in the area ranked 8th out of the 14 regions in terms of maximum standing charges rates (14th is highest). The capped price is 3% higher than the average.

These rates are based on the July 2024 price cap.

What are the maximum unit prices in Staffordshire?

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 Staffordshire, as it is in the West Midlands, the cap on the unit rate for electricity is 23.84p and the maximum unit rate for gas is 6p.

Combined, this gives a maximum unit charge for gas and electricity of 124.02p.

This means that Staffordshire is in the area ranked 7th out of the 14 regions in terms of maximum unit prices (1st is lowest). The capped rate is 2% higher than the average.

Again, these are based on the July 2024 price cap and will next be updated in October 2024.

Which distribution network covers Staffordshire?

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 West Midlands region, the distributor for Staffordshire is National Grid.

National Grid Electricity Distribution, previously Western Power Distribution, is the UK’s largest electricity distributor, serving 8 million customers across the Midlands, South West, and Wales. Covering 55,000 square kilometres, its 6,500 staff ensure a reliable electricity supply and excellent customer service for millions of homes and businesses.

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