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The NSW energy industry is deregulated. That’s why energy retailers can set their own prices, and you have more products to choose between.
You may be able to apply for rebates that help pay for power bills, depending on your circumstances. Learn more about these concessions.
A smart meter tracks your energy usage every 30 to 60 minutes. We explain how these devices work and how they can help reduce your electricity bill.
If you want to commit to a sustainable energy plan, there are a lot of choices available to you. We go through them all here.
Solar energy can provide clean power and help lower your bills. When you export excess electricity back to the grid, you may receive a credit on your electricity bill.
In NSW, energy providers can offer competitive plans and set their own tariffs meaning energy customers can choose their own retailer.
Competitive energy plans for customers in deregulated areas, such as NSW, are referred to as market offers. These are plans that have been packaged up by energy providers, and can come with incentives such as discounts and benefits. You can choose between plans, which will vary in price depending on the energy provider. If you don’t choose an electricity plan, you’re automatically placed onto a “default standing offer”, which may be more expensive than the competitive market plans.
As a customer in NSW, you can get energy bundles from one provider, or separate electricity and gas plans from different energy providers. You may be able to get the ‘cheapest’ NSW gas or electricity plan in your area by getting separate plans, whereas bundles offer you the convenience of dealing with one provider. Find out more about the cheapest electricity providers in your area.
There are two primary costs that you pay for energy, which are:
However, depending on your distribution network, energy provider and tariff (the rate that you’re charged for your energy usage), these charges will vary in price.
Customers in NSW have different gas and electricity tariffs that affect how you’re charged for your energy usage. Electricity customers have access to the following tariffs:
Customers in NSW may have access to the following gas tariffs, which can affect how you’re charged for your energy usage:
A controlled load tariff has a lower rate that’s applied during off-peak hours (generally overnight). This type of tariff is designed for larger household appliances with high energy consumption, like an underfloor (slab) heater, pool pump or electric hot water system. In NSW, there are two controlled-load tariffs available:
The times above are indicative and to be used as a guide only. Each distribution network may change times at their discretion. Furthermore, the type and price of your controlled load tariff will depend on the distribution network you’re connected to.
Distributors are the energy companies that connect your residential or business property to powerlines, poles, gas pipelines and meters. In cases of power outages or broken energy meters, your distributor is responsible for fixing it. Who your distributor is depends on the area in which you live.
Electricity in NSW is transmitted by three distributors: Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy and Essential Energy, each responsible for a particular region (network) of the state.
You can find the energy company in NSW that’s responsible for distributing your energy below.
| Electricity distributor | Distribution zone |
| Ausgrid | Sydney, the Central Coast and Hunter regions |
| Endeavour Energy | Greater Western Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the Southern Highlands and the Illawarra region of NSW. |
| Essential Energy | The regional and rural areas of NSW. |
| Gas distributor | Distribution zone |
| Jemena Gas Networks | Illawarra, Sydney, Central Coast, Blue Mountains, Southern highlands, Hunter, Riverina, Central West and Orana. |
| Evoenergy | Queanbeyan, Bungendore, Nowra |
| Australian Gas Networks | Albury, Murray Valley, Riverina, Temora, Cooma and Bombala |
| APA Group | Tamworth |
Note that this list of distributors and distribution zones for electricity and gas networks in NSW is subject to change and accurate as of July 2022.
Energy providers are companies that bill you for your energy consumption. There are many electricity providers in NSW to choose from and you can switch between them as frequently as you’d like, although this may incur exit fees depending on your plan.
N.B.: We don’t compare energy products from all retailers on this list as we don’t compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. Information about the partners we currently compare is available here.
* The information provided above is based in the postcodes of 2000, 2250 and 2300 with distributors Ausgrid and Endeavour and is accurate as of 4 July 2022. Sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER).
The following retailers can offer both electricity and gas to NSW residents; however, they may not necessarily offer both in certain suburbs.
N.B.: We don’t compare energy products from all retailers on this list as we don’t compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. Information about the partners we currently compare is available here.
* The information provided above is accurate as of 4 July 2022. Sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) and the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, Victoria.
Sydney has multiple electricity providers that offer plans for you to choose from, some greener than others. You can see which electricity providers retail energy in Sydney by reviewing the list below.
N.B.: We don’t compare energy products from all retailers on this list as we don’t compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. Information about the partners we currently compare is available here.
* The information provided above is based in the postcode of 2000 and is accurate as of 4 July 2022. Sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER).
Roughly in the middle between Sydney and Newcastle is the Central Coast. You can see which electricity providers retail energy in Central Coast by reviewing the list below.
N.B.: We don’t compare energy products from all retailers on this list as we don’t compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. Information about the partners we currently compare is available here.
* The information provided above is based in the postcode of 2250 with distributors Ausgrid and Endeavour and is accurate as of 4 July 2022. Sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER).
Newcastle has multiple Smart Sustainability projects to improve energy efficiency and help create a more sustainable future, including developing a large solar farm, the installation of solar panels on community buildings and more.2
Beyond recognised efforts in energy efficiency, there is also healthy competition with a range of electricity providers offering plans to Newcastle residents. You can see which electricity providers retail energy in Newcastle by reviewing the list below.
N.B.: We don’t compare energy products from all retailers on this list as we don’t compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. Information about the partners we currently compare is available here.
* The information provided above is based in the postcode of 2300 and is accurate as of 4 July 2022. Sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER).
Electricity prices in NSW can vary from city to city. This is because the range of energy providers in NSW that are available to you will vary depending on where you live. However, a good way to find the most suitable plan and cheapest electricity provider for your circumstances is by comparing electricity in NSW. By using our energy comparison service, you can compare estimate total costs to find the cheapest NSW electricity in your area.
Your bill amount will depend on how much electricity you use, and the usage charges in your energy plan. As an example of how these can differ, let’s take a look at price comparisons for electricity plans in Sydney.
| Provider | Plan | Annual Cost (inc. discounts) | Annual Cost (excl. discounts) | Discount Benefit Period | Contract Term |
| Diamond Energy | WattBank15 | $980.00 | $1,090.00 | None | None |
| Arc Energy Group | Ausgrid Residential Anytime | $1,030.00 | $1,030.00 | None | None |
| Red Energy | Red BCNA Saver | $1,040.00 | $1,040.00 | None | None |
| AGL | Residential Flexible Saver | $1,110.00 | $1,110.00 | None | None |
| Sumo | Sumo Assure Residential | $1,140.00 | $1,140.00 | None | None |
| Dodo Power and Gas | Residential Market | $1,160.00 | $1,160.00 | None | None |
| Energy Locals | Online Member EL | $1,160.00 | $1,160.00 | None | None |
| Glowpower | Standing Offer -Time of Use | $1,170.00 | $1,170.00 | None | None |
| Origin Energy | Origin Go Variable | $1,220.00 | $1,220.00 | 1 year | Ongoing |
| Powershop | Powershop 100% Carbon Neutral | $1,240.00 | $1,240.00 | None | None |
| Future X Power | Standing Offer – Single Rate | $1,240.00 | $1240.00 | None | None |
| EnergyAustralia | Flexi Plan | $1,250.00 | $1,270.00 | 1 year | Ongoing |
| CovaU Energy | Default Market Offer- Residential Ausgrid Single | $1,330.00 | $1,330.00 | None | None |
| ReAmped Energy | ReAmped Standard | Anytime | $1,330.00 | $1,330.00 | None | None |
| OVO Energy | Basic Standing Offer | $1,330.00 | $1,330.00 | None | None |
| Tango Energy | Standing Offer | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| Alinta Energy | Standing Offer (Single Rate) | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| Simply Energy | NSW Simply Standing Offer | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| 1st Energy | Standing Offer – Time of Use | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| GloBird Energy | Residential DMO (Flat Rate)- Ausgrid | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| Momentum Energy | Standing Offer_EA010 | $1,350.00 | $1,350.00 | None | None |
| Circular Energy | Community Energy TOU | $1,350.00 | $1,350.00 | None | None |
| Kogan Energy | Kogan Energy Basic | $1,350.00 | $1,350.00 | None | None |
| Radian Energy | The Simple Switch 100% Net Zero | $2,390.00 | $2,390.00 | None | None |
* The prices and information provided above are based on a house with two to three adults with no air conditioning, no controlled load or pool and in the postcode of 2000. Data is accurate as of 4 July 2022 and sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). Plans and prices are subject to change.
| Provider | Plan | Annual Cost (inc. discounts) | Annual Cost (excl. discounts) | Discount Benefit Period | Contract Term |
| Diamond Energy | WattBank15 | $980.00 | $1,090.00 | None | None |
| Arc Energy Group | Ausgrid Residential Anytime | $1,030.00 | $1,030.00 | None | None |
| Red Energy | Red BCNA Saver | $1,040.00 | $1,040.00 | None | None |
| AGL | Residential Flexible Saver | $1,110.00 | $1,110.00 | None | None |
| Sumo | Sumo Assure Residential | $1,140.00 | $1,140.00 | None | None |
| Dodo Power and Gas | Residential Market | $1,160.00 | $1,160.00 | None | None |
| Energy Locals | Online Member EL | $1,160.00 | $1,160.00 | None | None |
| Glowpower | Standing Offer – Time of Use | $1,170.00 | $1,170.00 | None | None |
| Origin Energy | Origin Go Variable | $1,220.00 | $1,220.00 | 1 year | Ongoing |
| Powershop | Powershop 100% Carbon Neutral | $1,240.00 | $1,240.00 | None | None |
| Future X Power | Standing Offer – Single Rate | $1,240.00 | $1,240.00 | None | None |
| EnergyAustralia | Flexi Plan | $1,250.00 | $1,270.00 | 1 year | Ongoing |
| CovaU Energy | Default Market Offer- Residential Ausgrid Single | $1,330.00 | $1,330.00 | None | None |
| ReAmped Energy | ReAmped Standard | Anytime | $1,330.00 | $1,330.00 | None | None |
| OVO Energy | Basic Standing Offer | $1,330.00 | $1,330.00 | None | None |
| Tango Energy | Standing Offer | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| Alinta Energy | Standing Offer (Single Rate) | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| Simply Energy | NSW Simply Standing Offer | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| 1st Energy | Standing Offer – Time of Use | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| GloBird Energy | Residential DMO (Flat Rate)- Ausgrid | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| Momentum Energy | Standing Offer_EA010 | $1,350.00 | $1,350.00 | None | None |
| Circular Energy | Community Energy TOU | $1,350.00 | $1,350.00 | None | None |
| Kogan Energy | Kogan Energy Basic | $1,350.00 | $1,350.00 | None | None |
| Radian Energy | The Simple Switch 100% Net Zero | $2,390.00 | $2,390.00 | None | None |
| Arc Energy Group | Endeavour Residential Anytime | $1,020.00 | $1,020.00 | None | None |
| Red Energy | Red BCNA Saver (TOU Seasonal – N71) | $1,030.00 | $1,030.00 | None | None |
| AGL | Residential Flexible Saver | $1,110.00 | $1,110.00 | None | None |
| EnergyAustralia | Flexi Plan | $1,110.00 | $1,130.00 | 1 year | Ongoing |
| Sumo | Sumo Assure Residential | $1,160.00 | $1,160.00 | None | None |
| Energy Locals | Online Member EL | $1,180.00 | $1,180.00 | None | None |
| Glowpower | Standing Power – Time of Use | $1,200.00 | $1,200.00 | None | None |
| Future X Power | Standing Offer – Single Rate | $1,210.00 | $1,210.00 | None | None |
| Dodo Power and Gas | Residential Market | $1,230.00 | $1,230.00 | None | None |
| Origin Energy | Origin Go Variable | $1,240.00 | $1,240.00 | 1 year | Ongoing |
| Powershop | Powershop 100% Carbon Neutral | $1,280.00 | $1,280.00 | None | None |
| Diamond Energy | Everyday Renewal Saver | $1,290.00 | $1,320.00 | None | None |
| Alinta Energy | Standing Offer (TOU) | $1,310.00 | $1,310.00 | None | None |
| CovaU Energy | Default Market Offer- Residential Endeavour Single | $1,320.00 | $1,320.00 | None | None |
| ReAmped Energy | ReAmped Standard | Anytime | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| OVO Energy | Basic Standing Offer | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| Tango Energy | Standing Offer | $1,360.00 | $1,360.00 | None | None |
| GloBird Energy | Residential DMO (Flat Rate)- Endeavour | $1,360.00 | $1,360.00 | None | None |
| Momentum Energy | Standing Offer_N70 | $1,370.00 | $1,370.00 | None | None |
| 1st Energy | Standing Offer – Single Rate | $1,380.00 | $1,380.00 | None | None |
| Kogan Energy | Kogan Energy Basic | $1,400.00 | $1,400.00 | None | None |
| Circular Energy | Community Energy Anytime | $1,410.00 | $1,410.00 | None | None |
| Radian Energy | The Simple Switch 100% Net Zero | $2,360.00 | $2,360.00 | None | None |
* The prices and information provided above are based on a house with two to three adults with no air conditioning, no controlled load or pool and in the postcode of 2250 with distributors Ausgrid and Endeavour. Data is accurate as of 4 July 2022 and sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). Plans and prices are subject to change.
| Provider | Plan | Annual Cost (inc. discounts) | Annual Cost (excl. discounts) | Discount Benefit Period | Contract Term |
| Diamond Energy | WattBank15 | $980.00 | $1,090.00 | None | None |
| Arc Energy Group | Ausgrid Residential Anytime | $1030.00 | $1,030.00 | None | None |
| Red Energy | Red BCNA Saver | $1,040.00 | $1,040.00 | None | None |
| AGL | Residential Flexible Saver | $1,110.00 | $1,110.00 | None | None |
| Sumo | Sumo Assure Residential | $1,140.00 | $1,140.00 | None | None |
| Dodo Power and Gas | Residential Market | $1,160.00 | $1,160.00 | None | None |
| Energy Locals | Online Member EL | $1,160.00 | $1,160.00 | None | None |
| Glowpower | Standing Offer – Time of Use | $1,170.00 | $1,170.00 | None | None |
| Origin Energy | Origin Go Variable | $1,220.00 | $1,220.00 | 1 year | Ongoing |
| Powershop | Powershop 100% Carbon Neutral | $1,240.00 | $1,240.00 | None | None |
| Future X Power | Standing Offer – Single Rate | $1,240.00 | $1,240.00 | None | None |
| EnergyAustralia | Flexi Plan | $1,250.00 | $1,270.00 | 1 year | Ongoing |
| CovaU Energy | Default Market Offer – Residential Ausgrid Single | $1,330.00 | $1,330.00 | None | None |
| ReAmped Energy | ReAmped Standard | Anytime | $1,330.00 | $1,330.00 | None | None |
| OVO Energy | Basic Standing Offer | $1,330.00 | $1,330.00 | None | None |
| Tango Energy | Standing Offer | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| Alinta Energy | Standing Offer (Single Rate) | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| Simply Energy | NSW Simply Standing Offer | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| 1st Energy | Standing Offer – Time of Use | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| GloBird Energy | Residential DMO (Flat Rate)- Ausgrid | $1,340.00 | $1,340.00 | None | None |
| Momentum Energy | Standing Offer_EA010 | $1,350.00 | $1,350.00 | None | None |
| Circular Energy | Community Energy TOU | $1,350.00 | $1,350.00 | None | None |
| Kogan Energy | Kogan Energy Basic | $1,350.00 | $1,350.00 | None | None |
* The prices and information provided above are based on a house with two to three adults with no air conditioning, no controlled load or pool and in the postcode of 2300. Data is accurate as of 4 July 2022 and sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). Plans and prices are subject to change.
The cost of electricity in NSW usually depends on which tariff, energy provider and distribution network your home or business is connected to, while the cost of gas depends on whether you use LPG or natural gas, the energy efficiency of your appliances and your energy plan.
According to the Australian Energy Market Commission, the expected annual market offer price for electricity in the 2021-22 period was $1,277.3 For natural gas, the Australian Energy Council found that the average gas bill for NSW in 2021 was $728, with the most expensive season for gas being winter.4
The typical customer, in this case, is a two-person household that uses electricity and gas on a market offer with a total annual consumption of 4,362 kWh. As everyone’s energy usage is different and there are a variety of energy plans on offer in NSW, it’s difficult to determine an average figure of the average electricity bill. Recent national and international factors have also influenced electricity costs, pushing them higher than initially forecast.
However, we can use the Default Market Offer (DMO) to get an idea of how much you could be charged for electricity. The DMO is a cap on the maximum you can be charged for electricity, which is based on the average energy usage and supply charges in your area.
| DMO prices for residential customers in NSW 2022-23 | |
| Distribution zone | Residential prices on a single rate tariff |
| Ausgrid | $1,512 p.a. (based on annual usage of 3,900 kWh) |
| Endeavour Energy | $1,836 p.a. (based on annual usage of 4,900 kWh) |
| Essential Energy | $2,092 p.a. (based on annual usage of 4,600 kWh) |
| Source: Australian Energy Regulator, Australian Government. Final Determination: Default Market Offer Prices 2022-23. Accessed July 2022. | |
If you’re on the DMO, you could be missing out on discount offers and more competitive usage rates. You can compare electricity and gas plans in NSW for free using our online comparison tool.
The best energy provider in NSW for solar will depend on what you need. For example, you might just be looking for a good feed-in tariff that you can rely on to work with your solar panels to power your home. Alternatively, you might want a higher feed-in tariff where you get paid more by your provider for any excess electricity your solar panels create.
However, even if an electricity provider in NSW has a great tariff for your solar system, it’s important to consider that this plan may have smaller discounts compared to regular energy plans, and the electricity you do use from the grid may be charged at a higher rate.
The ‘best’ energy deal for you will be one that suits your financial circumstances, energy consumption habits and living situation. However, if you’re simply looking for the cheapest electricity rates in NSW, you can view our list of cheapest electricity in different cities.
Some NSW residents, such as concession card holders, will be eligible for a gas or electricity rebate from the NSW Government, regardless of which energy provider they’re with. You can learn more about electricity rebates available across Australia with our handy guide.
The state implemented the NSW Renewable Energy Action Plan, which started in 2013 and finished in 2018. It included Australia’s first large-scale solar farms, which were built at Nyngan and Broken Hill. Over those five years, the proportion of electricity generated from wind and solar every year was tripled.5
The NSW Government also unveiled the Net Zero Plan Stage 1: 2020-2030 as part of efforts to reduce emissions by 100% by 2050. The plan for 2020 to 2030 involves investments in emissions reduction and renewable energy.6
In addition, the NSW Government has begun their plans for Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) – areas for storage and transmission of solar and wind electricity generation. This will help deliver increasingly larger amounts of renewable energy to customers, assist with lowering electricity bills and reduce emissions.7
1 City of Sydney (2020). We’ve made the switch to 100% renewable energy. Last updated May 2021. Accessed July 2022.
2 City of Newcastle (2022). City of Sustainability. Accessed August 2022.
3 AEMC (2020). Residential Electricity Price Trends 2021. Accessed August 2022.
4 Australian Energy Council. Winter Energy Bills. Accessed October 2022.
5 Department of Energy, New South Wales Government (2020). Renewable energy Action Plan. Accessed August 2022.
6 Department of Planning, Industry and Environment, New South Wales Government (2020). Net Zero Plan Stage 1: 2020-2030. Accessed August 2022.
7 EnergyCo NSW (2022). What is a Renewable Energy Zone? Accessed August 2022.
As the Head of Energy at Compare the Market, Meredith O’Brien believes in educating NSW customers about the everchanging gas and electricity market so they can get the most out of their energy plans.
Meredith has six years within the energy industry, following 15 years of experience in financial services and is currently studying a Master of Business Administration. Meredith is a dedicated customer advocate who is passionate about empowering Australians to find the right products to suit their needs by removing the confusion from comparing.
