What are the changes and what does it mean?
Energy bills are set to fall slightly from April, bringing some welcome relief after a long period of high costs. The Government’s price cap change is expected to reduce the average household bill by around £10 per month, part of wider support aimed at easing pressure on household budgets.
However, energy remains far more expensive than it was before the crisis, meaning many families will still struggle to keep homes warm and bills manageable.
Lower prices help, but using less energy saves more
While the drop is positive, the biggest and most reliable savings come from reducing how much energy your home needs in the first place.
Simple steps can cut costs without sacrificing comfort:
- Turn your thermostat down by just 1°C. This could save £80 per year.
- Take showers instead of baths.
- Mind your tap. Don’t leave the tap running while brushing your teeth, shaving or washing.
- Close curtains at dusk to keep warmth in.
- Switch appliances fully off instead of leaving them on standby.
- Wash clothes at 30 degrees and on an eco-mode.
- Avoid blocking radiators with furniture or curtains.
For some households, bigger improvements like insulation or heating upgrades can deliver long term savings.
New Warm Homes funding could help improve your home
Alongside the price cap change, the Government has introduced new funding through the Warm Homes Local Grant, to help you reduce energy use permanently. The scheme aims to support eligible homes, particularly those on lower incomes or living in less efficient properties, with improvements such as heating upgrades and other measures that make homes warmer and cheaper to run.
Accessing funding and understanding eligibility can be confusing, but our local advice services can help you navigate what is available.
Free, local support from CHESS and LEAP
You do not have to work this out alone.
CHESS (Cambridgeshire Home Energy Support Service) offers free, independent energy advice to households across Fenland, Huntingdonshire, Cambridge City and East Cambs. LEAP provides similar support for Peterborough, South Cambs, and Rutland. Our friendly advisors can help you:
- Understand your energy bills and usage
- Identify practical ways to save money straight away
- Check eligibility for grants, including Warm Homes funding
- Arrange a home visit for tailored advice in your home
Talk to someone who can help
If you are worried about rising costs, unsure what support you qualify for, or simply want to reduce your bills, speaking to an advisor could make a bigger difference than the price drop alone.
Based in Fenland, Huntingdonshire, Cambridge City or East Cambs – please call 08008021773 or book via the link: Book in
Based in Peterborough, South Cambs, or Rutland head to: https://www.greenenergyswitch.co.uk/home-energy/