Potable Water Price Increase 2025

Households in England and Wales will see water charges increase in April 2025 with increases continuing until 2030 Ofwat has announced.

In Scotland there will be an announcement in January 2025.

In Northern Ireland there are currently no domestic water charges.

In England and Wales, the price increases will vary depending on your geographical location. The table below how shows the average forecast water and sewerage charges are set to change. (Please beware these prices do not include inflationary increases.)

Ofwat have stated that the increases are below what the Water Companies were requesting but are needed to fund a planned £104 billion upgrade of the water sector to deliver “substantial, lasting improvements for customers and the environment”

• If undertaking a new build/renovation think about Rainwater Harvesting. This could potentially lower your water bills by around 50%
• Speak to your water company about fitting a free water meter. Households with a water meter fitted only pay for what they use and not a fixed amount.
• Try cutting your usage – refer to your water company about water saving gadgets. A lot of water companies supply these free of charge. Other things can be done such as keeping showers to 4 minutes and turning the taps off when brushing your teeth.

The following links are to websites that will offer more advice on cutting you water bills…..

• Why water reuse is essential for UK homes – Rainwater Harvesting Limited
• Save Water – Waterwise.org.uk
• Conserving Water – Ofwat.org
• Cut Water Bills – moneysavingexpert.com
• Ways to save water at home – energysavingtrust.org.uk

For further information about how Rainwater harvesting can help to reduce your potable water usage please either complete the form below or call a member of our Specification Team on 01733 405111