New South Wales Electricity Plans
The aim of this page is to help you find a better electricity deal, whether you’re looking for green energy, something with lots of value-add features or just the cheapest deal around. And the good news is you have 25+ electricity providers to choose from in New South Wales, so you’re sure to find a plan that works for you.
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Understanding electricity in NSW
You may not realise it, but thanks to something called ‘distribution zones’, you’ll likely be paying different rates for power than households in other parts of NSW. It’ll be more pricey for your mates in Northern NSW to connect to power than your house in Sydney, and that’s because distribution costs account for as much as 50 per cent of your total energy bill.
In NSW, the distribution networks are:
- Ausgrid: Inner, Northern, Eastern and Southern Sydney, Newcastle.
- Endeavour Energy: Western Sydney, Wollongong, Shoalhaven.
- Essential Energy: Regional NSW, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, Wagga Wagga.
Unfortunately, you can’t change distribution zones without moving house, but knowledge of where the power is cheaper may sway serious savers when choosing their next home.
Most Satisfied Customers Award – NSW Provider
Each year at Canstar Blue, we release an annual satisfaction rating for electricity providers in New South Wales. In this report, providers are ranked based on value for money, customer service, bill & cost clarity, ease of sign-up, focus on environmental sustainability, online tools and advice and overall satisfaction.
Red Energy has dominated this award for the last eight years, consecutively scoring top marks from New South Wales electricity customers.
Outstanding Value Award – NSW Provider
Canstar Blue’s Outstanding Value Awards are based on our unique value rank methodology and highlights the electricity providers that offer superior prices, value and features for consumers in each eligible state or territory.
In 2022, Powershop was awarded for Outstanding Value in New South Wales after being one of most competitively priced retailers across all three of NSW’s distribution networks, during the observational period.
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Expert Picks: NSW Electricity Plans
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NSW Energy Usage and Supply Rates
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NSW Electricity Prices
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NSW Electricity Tariffs
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NSW Solar Feed-in Tariffs
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