Your Complete Guide to Utilities in Brentwood

If you've moved and have questions about Brentwood? Our complete guide to utilities in Brentwood is going to provide you with everything you need to know about broadband, area codes, power generation and energy distributors, and Brentwood water and sewerage. Keep reading to learn everything about utilities in Brentwood.

About Brentwood, Essex

Brentwood CM13 has a population of 52,586 and is located in the county of Essex. Essex has a population of 1,832,752 people.

Who supplies my water in Brentwood?

Brentwood water utilities are supplied by Affinity Water. Below are the main phone numbers for Affinity Water, Anglian Water, Essex & Suffolk Water, and Thames Water:

How to reach your water providers in Brentwood

Ringing a contact number for Affinity Water, Anglian Water or Essex & Suffolk Water is just one method of contact to discuss your Brentwood water issues.

Affinity Water phone numbers

In the table below we have listed the main phone numbers for Affinity Water general enquiries and emergencies.

Anglian Water phone numbers

In the table below we have listed the main phone numbers for Anglian Water general enquiries and emergencies.

Essex & Suffolk Water phone numbers

In the table below we have listed the main phone numbers for Essex & Suffolk Water general enquiries and emergencies.

Thames Water phone numbers

In the table below we have listed the main phone numbers for Thames Water general enquiries and emergencies.

Ringing a contact number for Affinity Water is just one method of contact to discuss your Brentwood water issues.

Write to Affinity Water, Anglian Water, Essex & Suffolk Water or Thames Water

You can also write to Affinity Water, Anglian Water, Essex & Suffolk Water or Thames Water, you have the choice of posting a letter or sending an email. You can also send your request via the Affinity Water, Anglian Water, Essex & Suffolk Water or Thames Water website.

Affinity Water

If you prefer to send a letter to Affinity Water can do so by writing to the Affinity Water address below:

Anglian Water

If you prefer to send a letter to Anglian Water can do so by writing to the Anglian Water address below:

If you would like to email Anglian Water, you must use the following email address:

Essex & Suffolk Water

If you prefer to send a letter to Essex & Suffolk Water can do so by writing to the Essex & Suffolk Water address below:

If you would like to email Essex & Suffolk Water, you must use the following email address:

Thames Water

If you prefer to send a letter to Thames Water can do so by writing to the Thames Water address below:

If you would like to email Thames Water, you must use the following email address:

Cost of water in Brentwood

Water rates in Brentwood depend on whether your home has a water meter or not. You can easily find out whether your Brentwood water rates are metered or unmetered rates by checking your water bill or by speaking to the supplier. Homes with metered Brentwood water rates will have a meter number listed on their water bills.

Metered Customers in Brentwood

Customers who have a water meter installed at their Brentwood property will pay an annual charge that is fixed, plus an extra charge for each cubic meter (m3) consumed. The fixed charge is to cover the essential running costs of Affinity Water, Anglian Water, Essex & Suffolk Water, or Thames Water. While the variable charges cover the usage at your Brentwood home.

Unmetered Customers in Brentwood

Customers who don't have a meter at their Brentwood home pay an annual charge for their water usage. This charge is fixed, meaning you'll pay the same regardless of the amount of water you use at your Brentwood home.

As an unmetered customer, the rate you pay for water in Brentwood is based on the rateable value of your home. The rateable value of your Brentwood water prices were determined by the local council in the 90s and is likely that they have not changed since then.

Should I get a water meter installed? It really depends on how much water you consume annually. If you are single, or have a small family, installing a water meter at your Brentwood could be cheaper.

Customers with large households are unlikely to see any savings by having a meter installed.

How much is the average water bill in Brentwood?

The average water bill Brentwood residents are being charged can differ between suppliers in your area. The table below shows the average water bill by supplier:

How do I pay my Brentwood water bill?

You will first need to register with Affinity Water, Anglian Water, Essex & Suffolk Water, or Thames Water. Once you've registered an account with Affinity Water, Anglian Water, Essex & Suffolk Water, or Thames Water, you will be able to choose your preferred payment method, such as:

• Direct Debit
• Online payments
• Pay over the phone
• Bank transfer
• Payment by cheque
• Payment card

You should also be able to choose how frequently you pay your Brentwood bill. Whilst some customers prefer to make a single annual payment, other customers might want to settle for quarterly, monthly, or even weekly payments instead. After you've set up your Affinity Water, Anglian Water, Essex & Suffolk Water, or Thames Water account, you will be able to choose your preferred payment method and frequency.

Can I switch the water supplier in Brentwood?

Unfortunately, your water suppliers are fixed and depend on the catchment area based on your postcode. As a customer in Brentwood CM13, your water suppliers are Affinity Water, Anglian Water, Essex & Suffolk Water and Thames Water.

Since April 2017, business water customers have been able to switch water suppliers. You can find out if your business is eligible in our guide to switching water suppliers.

Brentwood Water Frequently Asked Questions

Below we have answered the most commonly asked questions that customers in Brentwood have about their water supply.

Broadband Speed in Brentwood CM13

The speed of your broadband connection at your Brentwood home can vary depending on several factors such as:

• Availability of fibre
• Proximity of the local telephone exchange
• Location of the router in your home
• If you're using wi-fi or ethernet
• Your broadband provider

Test how fast your internet is and see if it matches the average internet speed in Brentwood with our fast and simple speed test.

Did you know that the average download speed in the UK is around 62.5Mbps?

The internet connection type you have can have an effect on the speed you get in Brentwood. An FTTP is currently the fastest broadband connection you can get in the UK and is available to 31.83% of UK households.

ADSL internet connections are the slowest, in some remote parts of the UK this type of connection is the only one that's available.

Things to consider when choosing an internet provider in Brentwood?

It's 2022, which means the internet is just as important as any other utility, perhaps more important. Which means picking a reliable provider for your internet could feel daunting. Don't worry, let's take a look at the top four points to think about when choosing an internet provider in Brentwood.

Availability

The first thing you need to think about whilst choosing an internet provider in Brentwood is the availability. Whilst many homes in Brentwood should have access to fibre or 'superfast' connections, those living in rural homes could face issues getting access to the fastest internet.

Although, homes that have been built in the last few years should be able to enjoy access to the FTTH because property developers will often choose to install the latest technology during construction.

Type of connection

What kinds of internet connection are available in Brentwood?

• Fibre broadband
• This is the fastest available internet connection in Brentwood
• We can split fibre connections into two categories, they are called 'Superfast' and 'Full Fibre'
• Superfast broadband means the download speed that's at least 24 Mbps.
• A Full Fibre broadband connection has a faster download speed from 300 Mbps up to 1 Gbps.
• ADSL or ADSL2
• An older type of internet connection that is delivered through your traditional telephone line.
• Slower speeds up to 24 Mbps.
• Available to 99.9% of Brentwood homes.
• Cable
• Speeds similar to, or faster than, fibre broadband.
• Can only choose Virgin Media.
• Restricted availability in some parts of Brentwood.
• 4G/5G, Mobile, and Satellite Broadband
• The speed will depend on strength of the mobile signal in Brentwood.
• Might work out more expensive without an unlimited data plan.
• No special equipment required by tethering to your smartphone, although some of the mobile networks in the UK will not allow tethering.

Brentwood broadband cost

You also need to consider the monthly cost of broadband in Brentwood. It's easy to find a broadband provider that's offering a low priced offer especially for new customers, however you might find the rate suddenly goes up. We recommend you double check the small print of the offer when you sign up for a internet connection in Brentwood. Some providers will raise the price even before your contract has finished. For example, recently there was a BT price hike that has affected millions of customers.

Brentwood Broadband Reliability

How reliable the broadband is in Brentwood also needs consideration, with many of us working from home on a part-time or full-time basis, knowing you have a reliable broadband connection to keep up to date with work your work is a priority.

When we're relaxing we're playing online games with friends or streaming movies and TV shows which without a reliable broadband connection at your Brentwood home is going to be important.

Brentwood broadband technical support

Finally, the technical support for your Brentwood internet connection is really important. There's a good chance you will never need to get in touch with your internet service provider, but if you ever do need to speak to them a provider with excellent customer service that is able to solve your issue in a fast and efficient manner is a strong plus when selecting an internet provider in Brentwood.

Broadband FAQ

Our FAQ contains the answers to the most asked questions from customers in Brentwood have about their internet connection.

What's the telephone area code for Brentwood

The telephone area code, sometimes called the landline dialling code, for Brentwood is 01277. If you're calling somebody in Brentwood, and you are not in the same area, you must add 01277 to the number you'd like to call.

How much does an 01277 Brentwood call cost?

If you have a call plan with your mobile or landline tariff, the cost of the call will probably be included in that tariff. If you don't have an included calls tariff, you can expect to pay around 10p per minute, plus a small call set-up charge.

If you don't know whether you have inclusive calls, you should ask your provider before calling to avoid unexpected charges on your bill.

How many different area codes are there in the UK? Including Northern Ireland, The UK has 645 area codes. Area codes in the UK can be three, four, or five digits long.

Gas and Electricity Supply in Brentwood

People living in Brentwood are able to choose their gas and electricity supplier, but regardless of which supplier they choose, the electricity and gas is supplied and maintained by the network operator for the region.

These network operators are known as Distribution Network operators (DNOs) and these are the companies that own, operates and maintains the infrastructure that supplies your Brentwood home to the gas and electricity networks.

Most of the time you will never need to ever contact the Brentwood distribution network operator, but if you do, you can find the distribution network operator for Brentwood below.

You can find out more information about what a Distribution Network Operator (DNO) does in our Distribution Network Operator guide

Electricity Distribution Network Operator for Brentwood

The electricity distribution network operator for Brentwood is UK Power Networks - Eastern England. You can find the UK Power Networks - Eastern England contact details in the table below:

There are a total of six electricity distribution network operators that cover the UK:

1. Electricity North West
2. Northern Powergrid
3. SSE Networks
4. SP Energy Networks
5. UK Power Networks
6. Western Power Distribution

Power Generation near Brentwood

There are no power plants within a 10 mile radius of Brentwood.

Fossil Fuels

In 2021, a total of 47.4% of the UK’s electricity was generated by burning fossil fuels. The majority of which was natural gas (42%) and coal (2.7%). Additionally, a tiny amount was generated with fossil fuels from other sources (2.7%). The amount of electricity produced from fossil fuels changes each year.

Nuclear Power

16.1% of the UK's electricity came from nuclear reactors in 2021, and in the coming years this is expected to reduce as nuclear power stations in the UK’s begin to close, by 2035 there will only one nuclear power plant still producing energy. However, new nuclear reactors are being planned such as Hinkley Point C which is currently being built.

Renewable Energy

Renewable energy produced 40.3% of electricity in 2021, an increase from 29% in 2018. Renewable fuel is generated from souces such as wind, solar, hydro, and biomass. We can expect to see this continue increasing as the UK aims to meet its net-zero targets.

Municipalities Near Brentwood

If you've ever wondered which municipalities are close to Brentwood, in the below table you will find the closest five municipalities to Brentwood.

• Ingrave
• Little Warley
• West Horndon
• East Horndon