A Complete Guide to Utilities in Withersfield

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

About Withersfield, Essex

Withersfield CB9 has a population of 450 and is located in the county of Essex. Essex has a population of 1,832,752 people.

Who supplies my water in Withersfield?

Withersfield water utilities are supplied by Anglian Water. Here are the main contact numbers for Anglian Water, and Cambridge Water:

Getting in touch with your water suppliers for Withersfield

Speaking to an advisor at Anglian Water or Cambridge Water is one of many options to talk about your Withersfield water issues.

Anglian Water contact numbers

Below, you can find the principal contact numbers for Anglian Water general enquiries and emergencies.

Cambridge Water contact numbers

Below, you can find the principal contact numbers for Cambridge Water general enquiries and emergencies.

Write to Anglian Water or Cambridge Water

You can also get in touch with Anglian Water or Cambridge Water, by composing a letter or sending an email. You can even send your message through the Anglian Water or Cambridge Water website.

Anglian Water

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

Customers that would rather email Anglian Water, you should use the following email address:

Cambridge Water

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

Price of water in Withersfield

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

Metered Customers in Withersfield

Customers with a water meter at their Withersfield house will pay an annual fixed charge, plus an extra charge for each cubic meter (m3) consumed. The fixed charge is to cover the essential running costs of Anglian Water or Cambridge Water. While the variable charges cover the usage at your Withersfield home.

Unmetered Customers in Withersfield

Customers that don't have a water meter at their Withersfield home will pay an annual charge for their water consumption. This charge is fixed, this means you will pay the same amount regardless of how much water consumed at your Withersfield home.

The rate unmetered customers pay for water in Withersfield will be based on the rateable value of your home. The rateable value of your Withersfield water prices were 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, having a water meter installed at your Withersfield 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 Withersfield?

The average water bill Withersfield residents are charged will depend on which water company supplies your home. The table below shows the average water bill by supplier:

How do I pay my Withersfield water bill?

You will first need to register with Anglian Water or Cambridge Water. Once you've registered an account with Anglian Water or Cambridge Water, you can decide how you would like to pay your bill, 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 Withersfield bill. Whilst some customers prefer to make a single annual payment, other customers would prefer quarterly, monthly, or even weekly payments instead. As soon as you've set up your Anglian Water or Cambridge Water account, you will be able to choose your preferred payment method and frequency.

Can I switch the water supplier in Withersfield?

Unfortunately, your water suppliers are fixed and depend on the catchment area based on your postcode. As a customer in Withersfield CB9, your water suppliers are Anglian Water and Cambridge 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.

Withersfield Water Frequently Asked Questions

Below we have answers to the most frequently asked questions that customers in Withersfield have about their water supply.

Broadband Speed in Withersfield CB9

The speed of your broadband connection at your Withersfield home is dependant upon several factors such as:

• Availability of fibre
• How far from the telephone exchange you are
• Where you've placed your router
• If you're using wi-fi or ethernet
• Your internet service provider or ISP

Test how fast your internet is and see if it matches the average broadband speed for Withersfield with our quick and easy to use internet 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 affect the speed you get at your home in Withersfield. An FTTP is the fastest internet connection available in the UK at the time of writing, this has been rolled out to 31.83% of households in the UK.

The slowest way to access the internet is ADSL, in parts of the UK that are more remote it is the only means of connection currently available.

Things to consider when choosing an internet provider in Withersfield?

These days, the internet is as important as other essential utilities, some people might consider it the most important. That means choosing an internet service provider can be unnerving. To ease the pressure, let's take a look at the top four points worth considering before choosing an internet provider in Withersfield.

Availability

The first thing to consider before choosing an internet provider in Withersfield is what's available. Most homes in Withersfield should have access to fibre or 'superfast' broadband connections, people outside a built-up area may have trouble getting fast broadband.

Although, homes that have been built in the last few years should be able to enjoy access to the FTTH since developers often install the latest networks when building new homes.

Type of connection

What are the different types of connection in Withersfield?

• Fibre broadband
• This is fastest connection that's currently available in Withersfield
• Fibre broadband is split into two categories, they are known as 'Superfast' and 'Full Fibre'
• Superfast broadband means the download speed that's 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 provided via your phone line.
• Slower speeds up to 24 Mbps.
• Available to 99.9% of Withersfield homes.
• Cable
• A similar or even faster download speed than fibre broadband.
• Only available with Virgin Media.
• Restricted availability in some parts of Withersfield.
• 4G/5G, Mobile, and Satellite Broadband
• The speed will depend on strength of the mobile signal in Withersfield.
• Can be more expensive for heavy users without unlimited data.
• Can tether to your smartphone without special equipment, though some mobile networks do not allow tethering.

Withersfield broadband cost

You also need to consider the monthly cost of broadband in Withersfield. It's easy to find a broadband provider that's offering a low priced offer especially for new customers, but the price is often for a limited period. We recommend you double check the small print of the offer before you sign up to a internet service in Withersfield. Some providers will raise the price even whilst you're in contract. In the news recently, there was a BT price hike that has affected millions of customers.

Withersfield Broadband Reliability

The reliability of the broadband connection is in Withersfield also needs consideration, with so many people that work from home either full-time or part-time, we need to have a reliable internet connection to stay in touch with work is really important.

The times when we're not working we're streaming movies or playing online games with friends that without a reliable internet connection for your Withersfield home is going to be important.

Withersfield broadband technical support

Lastly, the customer support of your Withersfield broadband connection is of utmost importance. You might never need to get in touch with your internet service provider, however, if you have an issue and need to get in touch with them then having solid customer service that deals with your query quickly and efficiently should be considered when selecting an internet provider in Withersfield.

Broadband FAQ

Below we've answered some our the most common questions that customers in Withersfield ask about their broadband.

What's the telephone dialling code of Withersfield

The telephone dialling code, sometimes called the area code, for Withersfield is 01806. When making a call to someone in Withersfield, and you're located in a different region, you should add 01806 to the number you're calling.

How much does an 01806 Withersfield call cost?

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

If you don't know whether you have a plan that includes calls, please check with your provider before making the call to avoid additional charges on your next phone bill.

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

Gas and Electricity in Withersfield

Residents in Withersfield are able to choose their gas and electricity supplier, but regardless of the supplier they are billed by, the electricity and gas will always be maintained and supplied by the local network operator.

These network operators are officially called Distribution Network operators (DNOs) and they are the company that own, operates and maintains the infrastructure that supplies your Withersfield home to the gas and electricity networks.

In many cases you will never need to ever contact the Withersfield distribution network operator, but should you ever need to, you can quickly find out which DNO covers Withersfield 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 Withersfield

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

There are six electricity distribution network operators in 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 Withersfield

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

Fossil Fuels

In 2021, 47.4% of the UK’s total electricity production was by burning fossil fuels. This came mostly from 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, in the next few years we can expect this 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, there are plans to build new nuclear reactors such as Hinkley Point C which is under construction.

Renewable Energy

Renewable energy produced 40.3% of electricity in 2021, which is up from 29% in 2018. Renewable fuel sources include wind, solar, hydro, and biomass. This will conmtinue to rise as the UK aims to meet its net-zero targets.

Towns and Cities Near Withersfield

You might be wondering which municipalities are within reach of Withersfield, in the below table you will find the five nearest towns and cities to Withersfield.