Business electricity use in North Northamptonshire
Businesses and other organisations in North Northamptonshire used 991 GWh of electricity in 2024, across 11,658 business meters. That is 3.9% less than in 2015, and 5.4% more than in 2023.
- Official government figures, 2012 to 2024
- North Northamptonshire is number 2 of 35 council areas in the East Midlands by business electricity use
- Free business energy quotes for firms in the area
North Northamptonshire in figures
| Business electricity use, 2024 | 991 GWh |
|---|---|
| Change since 2015 | -3.9% |
| Change since 2023 | +5.4% |
| Business electricity meters | 11,658 |
| Average use per business meter | 84,985 kWh (Great Britain 61,524 kWh) |
| Rank in the East Midlands | 2 of 35 |
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 North Northamptonshire 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 the East Midlands
- West Northamptonshire: 992 GWh
- Leicester: 766 GWh
- Nottingham: 673 GWh
- Derby: 591 GWh
- High Peak: 556 GWh
- East Lindsey: 401 GWh
- North West Leicestershire: 393 GWh
- Charnwood: 389 GWh
Questions businesses ask
How much electricity do businesses in North Northamptonshire use?
Non-domestic users in North Northamptonshire used 991 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to government figures, across 11,658 meters, an average of 84,985 kWh per meter.
Is business electricity use in North Northamptonshire rising or falling?
It is 3.9% less than in 2015 and 5.4% more 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 North Northamptonshire 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.
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Get quotes in now, before you are moved onto out-of-contract rates.
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