Business electricity use in Stockton-on-Tees
Businesses and other organisations in Stockton-on-Tees used 736 GWh of electricity in 2024, across 5,484 business meters. That is 11.4% less than in 2012, and 1.4% less than in 2023.
- Official government figures, 2012 to 2024
- Stockton-on-Tees is number 3 of 12 council areas in the North East by business electricity use
- Free business energy quotes for firms in the area
Stockton-on-Tees in figures
| Business electricity use, 2024 | 736 GWh |
|---|---|
| Change since 2012 | -11.4% |
| Change since 2023 | -1.4% |
| Business electricity meters | 5,484 |
| Average use per business meter | 134,172 kWh (Great Britain 61,524 kWh) |
| Rank in the North East | 3 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 Stockton-on-Tees 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
- Sunderland: 650 GWh
- Newcastle upon Tyne: 619 GWh
- Redcar and Cleveland: 564 GWh
- Gateshead: 471 GWh
- North Tyneside: 441 GWh
- Hartlepool: 274 GWh
Questions businesses ask
How much electricity do businesses in Stockton-on-Tees use?
Non-domestic users in Stockton-on-Tees used 736 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to government figures, across 5,484 meters, an average of 134,172 kWh per meter.
Is business electricity use in Stockton-on-Tees rising or falling?
It is 11.4% less than in 2012 and 1.4% 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 Stockton-on-Tees 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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