Business electricity use in North Tyneside
Businesses and other organisations in North Tyneside used 441 GWh of electricity in 2024, across 5,786 business meters. That is 11.6% less than in 2012, and 2.9% more than in 2023.
- Official government figures, 2012 to 2024
- North Tyneside is number 8 of 12 council areas in the North East by business electricity use
- Free business energy quotes for firms in the area
North Tyneside in figures
| Business electricity use, 2024 | 441 GWh |
|---|---|
| Change since 2012 | -11.6% |
| Change since 2023 | +2.9% |
| Business electricity meters | 5,786 |
| Average use per business meter | 76,169 kWh (Great Britain 61,524 kWh) |
| Rank in the North East | 8 of 12 |
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 Tyneside 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 North East
- County Durham: 1,041 GWh
- Northumberland: 949 GWh
- Stockton-on-Tees: 736 GWh
- Sunderland: 650 GWh
- Newcastle upon Tyne: 619 GWh
- Redcar and Cleveland: 564 GWh
- Gateshead: 471 GWh
- Hartlepool: 274 GWh
Questions businesses ask
How much electricity do businesses in North Tyneside use?
Non-domestic users in North Tyneside used 441 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to government figures, across 5,786 meters, an average of 76,169 kWh per meter.
Is business electricity use in North Tyneside rising or falling?
It is 11.6% less than in 2012 and 2.9% 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 Tyneside 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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