UK Power Networks UKPN is one of the largest companies that own the DNOs (Distribution Network Operators) and it covers a significant part of south east England, including London. It owns three PES Areas
- London Power Networks plc
PES/DNO Area: London, 12 - South Eastern Power Networks plc
PES/DNO Area: Seeboard, 19 - Eastern Power Networks plc
PES/DNO Area: Eastern, 10
UK Power Networks carries electricity from the high voltage transmission grid, which is owned and operated by the National Grid, to industrial, commercial and domestic users across these regions. The distribution network stops at the electricity meter, which is owned by the meter operator.
This means that the most common reasons for people to be dealing with UK Power Networks are:
- Power Cuts
- New Connections
- Upgrading or downgrading power supplies
- Connecting generation to the grid
- Finding out who your electricity supplier is
Power cuts
Watch our #Makaton video created to show how to get help if your electricity stops. We are working with @MakatonCharity to ensure our customers who use Makaton for everyday communication can now understand how to get help in the event of a power cut. https://youtu.be/riwLz1Qjea4
New Connections
| Connection Type | Guaranteed Standard | Average time to receive a quotation | Prices from (excl.VAT) | Average prices (excl.VAT) | Average time to get a connection from payment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 standard domestic connection | 5 days | 4 days | £450 | £2,000 | 4 Weeks |
| Up to 4 standard domestic connections | 15 days | 5 days | £1,800 | £5,000 | 5 Weeks |
| Over 4 domestic connections (based on typical 5 connections with service works only) | 25 days | 7 days | £1,890 | £15,000 | 6 Weeks |
| Typical small business connection (up to 69kVA) | 15 days | 5 days | £452 | £4,000 | 5 Weeks |
| Multiple small business connections (based on typical 2 connections with low voltage service works only) | 25 days | 8 days | £3,812 | £12,000 | 6 Weeks |
| Typical large business connection (HV) | 35 days | 8 days | £14,212 | £65,000 | 14 Weeks |
| Extra high voltage connection | 65 days | 50 days | Price on request | Price on request | 2 Years |
| Unmetered new connections (excluding Local Authority & PFI) | 25 days | 7 days | £298 | £2,417 | 5 Weeks |
These costs and timings are from UKPN and are for general illustration purposes only and are not to be relied upon should you require a more accurate price in respect of specific premises.
Companies
UK Power Networks is owned by the CK Group
- UK Power Networks Holdings ltd
- Eastern Power Networks plc
- London Power Networks plc
- South Eastern Power Networks plc
UK Power Networks Distribution Map
