What’s the average UK energy bill?... And how can I save money on my gas and electric? ⚡
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💡 What’s the Average UK Energy Bill — and How Can You Save Money?
📝 Key Takeaways
✅ Energy bills vary hugely depending on property type and EPC rating
✅ Efficient homes (A–C) are far cheaper to run than inefficient ones (E–G)
✅ Upgrades can boost value, cut bills, and attract buyers or tenants
✅ Many energy-saving steps are quick, affordable and effective
Rising energy costs remain one of the biggest financial pressures for households in 2025. Rightmove’s latest research reveals how energy bills vary by property type and EPC rating, and offers practical steps to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and even boost your home’s value.
Whether you’re a homeowner, buyer or landlord, understanding this can make a real difference 👇
📊 1. Average Bills by Property Type & EPC Rating
🏡 For a 3-bed semi-detached house (EPC D), the average energy bill is £196/month (≈ £2,347/year)
🧾 A 1-bed flat with EPC A might cost just ~£459/year, while the same property with EPC G could reach ~£3,573/year — a difference of over £3,000 annually
📈 Rightmove’s data shows that improving your EPC (e.g. from F to C) can also increase your home’s value by adding a “green premium” worth tens of thousands of pounds
🌿 Energy-efficient homes are cheaper to run and often more attractive to buyers and tenants
👉 In short: the better the EPC rating, the lower the bills and the higher the property value
💡 2. Why Energy Efficiency Matters
⚡ High EPC-rated homes use less energy to stay warm, lit and comfortable
🏚️ Lower-rated homes need more energy for the same comfort level, leading to higher bills
📊 With rising energy prices, improving efficiency can deliver significant savings over time
💰 Buyers increasingly factor running costs into their decision-making, so energy efficiency can be a selling point
🛠 3. Practical Tips to Cut Energy Bills
Rightmove highlights several ways to save, ranging from quick wins to longer-term upgrades 👇
✅ Quick, Low-Cost Actions
🔧 Turn down boiler flow temperature
🪟 Close curtains & blinds to retain heat
🔌 Switch off appliances fully (not just standby)
📡 Get a smart meter if you don’t already have one
🌬 Bleed radiators to improve heating performance
🚪 Seal draughts around windows, doors & floors
🏗 Medium–Long Term Improvements
🧱 Improve insulation (roof, loft, walls, floors)
🪟 Upgrade glazing to double or triple
🌡 Install smart thermostats or TRVs (thermostatic radiator valves)
☀️ Consider solar panels or low-carbon heating (e.g. heat pumps)
🧺 Replace old appliances with energy-efficient models (check labels carefully)
👉 Many of these improvements pay for themselves over time through lower monthly bills.
📝 4. What This Means for Buyers, Sellers & Landlords
🏠 Buyers & Sellers: Knowing a property’s EPC rating and running costs gives you leverage in negotiations
🧾 Landlords: Energy efficiency is becoming key for attracting tenants and meeting regulatory standards
🪜 Buyers: Lower EPC ratings don’t have to be a dealbreaker — but factor upgrade costs into your budget
💡 Over time, energy savings can offset the upfront investment of improvements
👉 Energy efficiency isn’t just good for the planet — it’s smart financial planning
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📩 For Frequently Asked Questions about energy bills, read Rightmove's article in full here 📩
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