What’s the average energy use?

The average household in the UK uses around 2,700 kWh of electricity per year.

Depending on where you live (and how you live!), this figure could be higher or lower. Flats and mid terrace houses tend to use less power, while detached houses use the most. Find out more, by reading OVO's complete guide to average UK electricity use.

Meanwhile, the average household uses around 11,500 kWh of gas per year.