What's the cost of winter?
Colder weather pulls on our purse strings. So it's worrying that 1 in 10 people are confused about how to heat their homes efficiently. Our research shows that households spend an extra £36 on energy for every degree colder the temperature drops over the wintry months.
Use the slider to see how the average outside temperature could affect your energy costs.
At this temperature you could spend
£420
more than in the warmer months
This winter will cost you £448 more than summer
That's because experts predict that the average temperature this winter will be 6.8°C. As a result, we'll spend more on things like energy, clothing and bedding. See the difference in how much more you might spend this winter compared to summer.
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£220
Gas
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£101
Electricity
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£93
Clothing
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£17
Solid & liquid
fuels -
£17
Bedding, curtains & textiles
Top low-cost ways to stay warm
We know winter is coming. We can't escape it, click our tips below to reveal the ways we can use our heating more efficiently to save money and keep warm.
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Tip 1
Turning your thermostat down 1 degree could reduce costs by up to £80.
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Tip 2
Adapt you heating for your personal use. See our guide for help.
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Tip 3
Smart thermostats make it easier to use your heating only when you need it.