A Complete Guide to Utilities in Greengates

Are you moving and want to know more about Greengates? Our complete guide to utilities in Greengates is going to provide you with everything there is to know about broadband, area codes, power generation and energy distributors, and Greengates water and sewerage. Keep reading to learn everything about utilities in Greengates.

About Greengates, West Yorkshire

Greengates BD10 is located in the county of West Yorkshire. West Yorkshire has a population of 2,320,214 people.

Who supplies my water in Greengates?

Greengates water utilities are supplied by Yorkshire Water. Here are the main contact numbers for Yorkshire Water:

Getting in touch with your water supplier for Greengates

Ringing a contact number for Yorkshire Water is one of many contact methods to discuss your Greengates water issues.

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

Write to Yorkshire Water

You can also get in touch with Yorkshire Water, by composing a letter or sending an email. You can also send your request via the Yorkshire Water website.

Customer that want to post a letter to Yorkshire Water can do so by writing to the Yorkshire Water address below:

Cost of water in Greengates

Water rates in Greengates are based on if your home has a water meter or not. You can easily check if your Greengates water rates are metered or not by checking your water bill or by contacting your supplier. Homes with metered Greengates water rates will have a meter number listed on their water bills.

Metered Customers in Greengates

Customers that have a water meter at their Greengates 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 Yorkshire Water. While the variable charges cover the usage at your Greengates home.

Unmetered Customers in Greengates

Customers who don't have a meter at their Greengates home pay an annual charge for their water usage. This charge is fixed, this means you will pay the same amount no matter how much water you use at your Greengates home.

As an unmetered customer, the rate you pay for water in Greengates is based on the rateable value of your home. The rateable value calculation of your Greengates water rates will have been determined by the local council in the 90s and are unlikey to have changed since then.

Should I get a water meter installed? It really depends on how much water you consume annually. If your family is small, or you don't live with others, getting a water meter for your Greengates could be cheaper.

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

How much is the average water bill in Greengates?

The average water bill Greengates residents are being charged is £15.50 each month, that's £186 a year.

How do I pay my Greengates water bill?

You will first need to register with Yorkshire Water. After you register your details with Yorkshire Water, you will be offered a choice of payment options 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 Greengates bill. While some customers like an annual payment, other customers might like to set up quarterly, monthly, or even weekly payments instead. When you set up your Yorkshire Water account, you will be able to choose your preferred payment method and frequency.

Can I switch the water supplier in Greengates?

Unfortunately, your water supplier is fixed and depends on the catchment area based on your postcode. As a customer in Greengates BD10, your water supplier is Yorkshire 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.

Greengates Water Frequently Asked Questions

Below we have answered some common questions that customers in Greengates have about their water supply.

Broadband Speed in Greengates BD10

The speed of your internet connection at your Greengates home depends on several factors such as:

• Availability of fibre
• Distance from the telephone exchange
• Location of the router in your home
• If you are connected with ethernet or wi-fi
• Which provider you have

Test how fast your internet is and find out how it compares to the average connection speed for Greengates with our easy to use broadband speed test tool.

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 Greengates. An FTTP is the fastest internet connection available in the UK however, at the time of writing, this is only available to 31.83% of UK households.

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

Things to consider when searching for a broadband provider in Greengates?

These days, the internet is as important as other essential utilities, perhaps more important. That means choosing an internet service provider can be unnerving. Don't worry, we've listed the four important points that you should consider when searching for a broadband provider in Greengates.

Availability

The first thing you need to think about whilst searching for a broadband provider in Greengates is the issue of availability. Most homes in Greengates should be able to enjoy fibre or 'superfast' broadband connections, customers who live in a rural location 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 are the different types of connection in Greengates?

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

Greengates broadband value for money

You should also think about how much it costs for the broadband in Greengates. It's easy to find a broadband provider that's offering a cheap introductory offer for new customers, but the price can quickly increase. We recommend you double check the fine print of the deal before you commit to a broadband connection in Greengates. Some providers will raise the price even during the initial contract period. For example, recently there was a BT price hike which affects millions of BT customers.

Greengates Broadband Reliability

The reliability of broadband in Greengates also needs consideration, with many of us working from home either full-time or part-time, having a reliable internet connection to keep up to date with work your work is a priority.

When we're relaxing we're watching movies online or gaming online which without a reliable broadband connection at your Greengates home is going to be important.

Greengates broadband customer support

Lastly, the technical support for your Greengates broadband connection is of utmost importance. There's a good chance you will never need to contact the internet service provider you choose, but should the need to contact them arises a provider with excellent customer service that is able to solve your issue efficiently and quickly should be considered when making a decision for a broadband internet provider in Greengates.

Broadband FAQ

Below we've answered some our the most common questions that customers in Greengates have about broadband internet.

What's the telephone dialling code of Greengates

The landline area code, sometimes called the dialling code, for Greengates is 01806. If you're calling somebody in Greengates, and you are not in the same area, you must add 01806 before the number you're trying to call.

How much does an 01806 Greengates call cost?

If you have a call plan with your mobile or landline tariff, the phone call is likely to be included in that tariff. Without an inclusive calls plan, it should cost in the region of 10p per minute, plus a small call set-up charge.

If you are uncertain whether you have calls included in your tariff, you should ask your provider before calling so you don't find unexpected charges on your telephone bill.

How many telephone area codes are there in the UK? There's a total of 645 telephone area codes in the UK. UK area codes can be three, four, or five digits long.

Electricity and Gas in Greengates

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

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

In many cases you will never need to ever contact the Greengates distribution network operator, but should you ever need to, you can easily find out which DNO is responsible for Greengates 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 in Greengates

The electricity distribution network operator for Greengates is Northern Powergrid - Yorkshire. You can find the Northern Powergrid - Yorkshire contact details in the table below:

The UK has six electricity distribution network operators:

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 Greengates

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

Fossil Fuels

In 2021, a total of 47.4% of the UK’s electricity was generated by burning fossil fuels. This came mostly from natural gas (42%) and coal (2.7%). In addition, a small percentage was produced from other types of fossil fuels (2.7%). The amount of electricity produced from fossil fuels changes each year.

Nuclear Power

Nuclear power accounted for 16.1% of electricity generation in 2021, this is expected to reduce in the next few years as nuclear power stations in the UK’s begin to close, all but one is expected to stop producing energy by 2035. However, we can expect new nuclear reactors to be built such as Hinkley Point C which is currently under construction.

Renewable Energy

Renewable energy produced 40.3% of electricity in 2021, that's up from 29% in 2018. Renewable fuel is generated from souces such as solar, wind, hydro, and biomass. This is expected to continue rising as the UK aims to meet its net-zero targets.

Towns and Cities Near Greengates

You might be wondering which municipalities are close to Greengates, we've found the five closest municipalities to Greengates.