A Complete Guide to Utilities in Upper Anguston

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

About Upper Anguston, Aberdeenshire

Upper Anguston AB14 is located in the county of Aberdeenshire. Aberdeenshire has a population of 261,470 people.

Who supplies my water in Upper Anguston?

Upper Anguston water utilities are supplied by Scottish Water. Here are the main contact numbers for Scottish Water:

Getting in touch with your water supplier for Upper Anguston

Calling a phone number for Scottish Water is just one method of contact to deal with your Upper Anguston water issues.

In the table below you will find the contact numbers for Scottish Water general enquiries and emergencies.

Write to Scottish Water

Additionally, you can communicate with Scottish Water, you have the choice of posting a letter or sending an email. You can also submit your request on the Scottish Water website.

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

If you would like to email Scottish Water, you should use the following email address:

Cost of water in Upper Anguston

Water rates in Upper Anguston are based on if your home has a water meter or not. You can easily find out whether your Upper Anguston water rates are metered or not by looking at a recent water bill or by speaking to the supplier. Homes with metered Upper Anguston water rates will have a meter number listed on their water bills.

Metered Customers in Upper Anguston

Customers with a water meter at their Upper Anguston home will pay a fixed annual charge, plus a charge for each cubic meter (m3) that's used. The fixed charge is to cover the essential running costs of Scottish Water. While the variable charges cover the usage at your Upper Anguston home.

Unmetered Customers in Upper Anguston

Customers that don't have a water meter at their Upper Anguston home have an annual charge for their water consumption. This charge is fixed, meaning your water bill will stay the same regardless of how much water consumed at your Upper Anguston home.

As an unmetered customer, the rate you pay for water in Upper Anguston is based on the rateable value of your home. The rateable value of your Upper Anguston water rates would have been 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? That depends on how much water you consume. If your family is small, or you don't live with others, having a water meter installed at your Upper Anguston may save you money.

Customers with big families are probably not going to save money by having a meter installed.

How do I pay my Upper Anguston water bill?

You will first need to register with Scottish Water. After you register your details with Scottish 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 may be able to choose how often you pay your Upper Anguston bill. Whilst some customers prefer to make a single annual payment, other customers might like to set up quarterly, monthly, or even weekly payments instead. After you've set up your Scottish Water account, you will be able to choose how often you recieve your water bill and how to pay for it.

Can I switch the water supplier in Upper Anguston?

Unfortunately, your water supplier is fixed and depends on the catchment area based on your postcode. As a customer in Upper Anguston AB14, your water supplier is Scottish 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.

Upper Anguston Water Frequently Asked Questions

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

Broadband Speed in Upper Anguston AB14

The speed of your internet connection at your Upper Anguston home is dependant upon several factors such as:

• Fibre availability
• How far from the telephone exchange you are
• Placement of your router
• If you are connected with ethernet or wi-fi
• Your broadband provider

Test your internet speed and see if it matches the average connection speed for Upper Anguston 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 affect your download and upload speed in Upper Anguston. 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 homes in the UK.

The slowest way to access the internet is ADSL, but for some customers in remote areas this type of connection is the only one available.

Things to consider when choosing an internet provider in Upper Anguston?

These days, the internet is as important as other essential utilities, maybe even more important. So picking the right internet provider could feel daunting. Worry not, we've listed the four important points to think about when choosing an internet provider in Upper Anguston.

Availability

The first thing to consider whilst choosing an internet provider in Upper Anguston is the issue of availability. Whilst many homes in Upper Anguston can take advantage of fibre or 'superfast' connections, people outside a built-up area may have limited access to the type of connection.

That being said, homes that have been built recently should be able to enjoy access to the FTTH since developers often install the latest infrastructure when constructing new homes.

Type of connection

How can I connect to the internet in Upper Anguston?

• Fibre broadband
• This is fastest connection that's currently available in Upper Anguston
• We can split fibre connections into two categories, they are called 'Superfast' and 'Full Fibre'
• Superfast broadband means the download speed of more than 24 Mbps.
• A Full Fibre broadband connection comes with downloads speeds from 300 Mbps up to 1 Gbps.
• ADSL or ADSL2
• An internet connection that's provided via your phone line.
• Limited download speed of up to 24 Mbps.
• Available to the majority of Upper Anguston homes.
• Cable
• Speeds similar to, or faster than, fibre broadband.
• Only available with Virgin Media.
• Limited availability in some parts of Upper Anguston.
• 4G/5G, Mobile, and Satellite Broadband
• The speed will depend on strength of the mobile signal in Upper Anguston.
• 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.

Upper Anguston broadband cost

Another important consideration is the monthly cost of broadband in Upper Anguston. It's easy to find a broadband provider that's offering a cheap introductory offer for new customers, but the price is often for a limited period. It's important to read the small print of the offer before you commit to a internet connection in Upper Anguston. Some providers may even increase the price whilst you're in contract. We reported recently on the BT price hike which affects millions of BT customers.

Upper Anguston Broadband Reliability

How reliable the broadband is in Upper Anguston also needs consideration, with many people working from home either full-time or part-time, we need to have a reliable internet connection to do your work is really important.

Then in our freetime we're playing online games with friends or streaming movies and TV shows meaning without an internet connection that's reliable at your Upper Anguston home is going to be important.

Upper Anguston broadband technical support

Lastly, the customer service of your Upper Anguston broadband internet is really important. Hopefully you shouldn't have to contact the internet service provider you choose, but if you ever do need to speak to them then having solid customer service that is able to solve your issue efficiently and quickly is a strong plus when you choose a broadband provider in Upper Anguston.

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Broadband FAQ

Our FAQ contains the answers to the most asked questions from customers in Upper Anguston ask about their broadband.

What's the telephone dialling code of Upper Anguston

The telephone dialling code, sometimes called the area code, for Upper Anguston is 01806. If you call someone in Upper Anguston, and you're located in a different region, you will need to add 01806 to the number you'd like to call.

How much does an 01806 Upper Anguston call cost?

If you have calls included with your mobile or landline tariff, the cost of the call is likely to be included as part of your tariff. If calls are not included with your tariff, you can expect to pay around 10p per minute, plus an additional call set-up charge.

If you are uncertain whether you have inclusive calls, please check with your provider before calling so you don't find unexpected charges on your telephone bill.

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

Gas and Electricity in Upper Anguston

Residents of Upper Anguston can choose their gas and electricity supplier, but regardless of the supplier they are billed by, the gas and electricity is going to be distributed and taken care of by the local 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 supplies your Upper Anguston home to the electricity grid and gas networks.

Most of the time you won't need to contact the Upper Anguston distribution network operator, but should you ever need to, you can quickly find out which DNO covers Upper Anguston right here.

You can also read more about what a Distribution Network Operator (DNO) does in our Distribution Network Operator guide

Electricity Distribution Network Operator for Upper Anguston

The electricity distribution network operator for Upper Anguston is SGN. You can find the SGN 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 Upper Anguston

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

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%). Additionally, a small amount was produced from fossil fuels from other sources (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, in the next few years we can expect this to reduce as the UK’s nuclear power stations begin to close, by 2035 there will only one nuclear power plant still producing energy. However, we can expect new nuclear reactors to be built such as Hinkley Point C which is currently being built.

Renewable Energy

Renewable energy generated 40.3% of electricity in 2021, which is up from 29% in 2018. Renewable sources can include solar, wind, hydro, and biomass. We can expect to see this continue increasing as the UK aims to meet its net-zero targets.

Municipalities Close By Upper Anguston

If you've ever wondered which municipalities are nearby Upper Anguston, we've found the closest five municipalities to Upper Anguston.