Business electricity use in Camden
Businesses and other organisations in Camden used 1,133 GWh of electricity in 2024, across 23,687 business meters. That is 20.2% less than in 2012, and 1.5% less than in 2023.
- Official government figures, 2012 to 2024
- Camden is number 5 of 33 council areas in London by business electricity use
- Free business energy quotes for firms in the area
Camden in figures
| Business electricity use, 2024 | 1,133 GWh |
|---|---|
| Change since 2012 | -20.2% |
| Change since 2023 | -1.5% |
| Business electricity meters | 23,687 |
| Average use per business meter | 47,851 kWh (Great Britain 61,524 kWh) |
| Rank in London | 5 of 33 |
Source: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, subnational electricity consumption statistics, 2012 to 2024. Non-domestic means businesses and other organisations, including public buildings. Meters are counted in thousands by DESNZ.
What businesses in Camden pay
Government figures put the average price paid by the smallest businesses at 38.36p per kWh in Q2 2026, including the Climate Change Levy and excluding VAT. See business electricity prices by business size, or get quotes for your own premises using the form above.
Other council areas in London
- Westminster: 2,724 GWh
- Tower Hamlets: 1,922 GWh
- City of London: 1,526 GWh
- Hillingdon: 1,497 GWh
- Newham: 940 GWh
- Ealing: 909 GWh
- Kensington and Chelsea: 849 GWh
- Hounslow: 816 GWh
Questions businesses ask
How much electricity do businesses in Camden use?
Non-domestic users in Camden used 1,133 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to government figures, across 23,687 meters, an average of 47,851 kWh per meter.
Is business electricity use in Camden rising or falling?
It is 20.2% less than in 2012 and 1.5% less than in 2023. Changes reflect firms opening, closing or moving, efficiency improvements, and large sites such as factories or data centres.
How can a business in Camden cut its electricity costs?
Check when your contract ends and compare offers before then, so you are not moved onto out-of-contract rates. Compare the unit rate and standing charge together. An independent consultant can get quotes for you.
Contract ending soon?
Get quotes in now, before you are moved onto out-of-contract rates.
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