Power Cuts in Essex Today: Live Map
No power cuts are being reported in Essex right now. The map and list below show every fault and planned power cut the network operators are publishing for Essex, with the time they expect the power back. To report a power cut or a fallen line, ring 105.
Over the last 90 days we logged 132 power cuts in Essex, and the typical unplanned fault was fixed in 3 hours 18 minutes. The places hit most often were around Colchester, Westcliff-on-Sea, Chelmsford.
Live power cut map for Essex
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Areas of Essex with a power cut right now
No power cuts are being reported in Essex right now, as of Fri 17:54. If your power is off, check your fuseboard, then ring 105.
If your power is out and nothing shows near you, check your fuseboard for a tripped switch first, then ring 105. For the rest of the country, see the UK power cut map.
Recent power cuts in Essex
Network operators take a power cut off their maps soon after the power is back. These are the latest we logged in Essex, including ones that have already cleared.
| Area | Type | Customers | Started | Power back |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benfleet (SS7) | Fault | - | 6 Nov, 12:27 | 6 Nov, 13:26 |
| Rochford (SS5, SS6) | Fault | - | 6 Nov, 08:30 | 6 Nov, 08:51 |
| Basildon (SS13) | Fault | - | 6 Nov, 05:05 | 6 Nov, 06:01 |
| Great Dunmow (CM6) | Fault | - | 5 Nov, 22:26 | 6 Nov, 00:00 |
| Rayleigh (SS6) | Fault | 1 | 5 Nov, 21:50 | 6 Nov, 13:09 |
| Southend-on-Sea (SS0, SS1) | Fault | - | 5 Nov, 21:39 | 6 Nov, 05:53 |
| Southend-on-Sea (SS1) | Fault | 1 | 5 Nov, 16:37 | 6 Nov, 15:01 |
| Colchester (CO2) | Fault | 2 | 5 Nov, 16:07 | 6 Nov, 01:46 |
| Basildon (SS16) | Fault | - | 5 Nov, 11:15 | 5 Nov, 14:23 |
| Harlow (CM20) | Fault | 1 | 5 Nov, 10:35 | 6 Nov, 15:07 |
| Benfleet (SS7) | Fault | - | 5 Nov, 09:55 | 5 Nov, 12:41 |
| Witham (CO5, CO6) | Fault | 4 | 5 Nov, 09:08 | Ongoing |
| Saffron Walden (CB1, CB10) | Fault | - | 5 Nov, 09:00 | 5 Nov, 09:34 |
| Colchester (CO2) | Fault | - | 5 Nov, 06:10 | 5 Nov, 08:05 |
| Rayleigh (SS6) | Fault | - | 5 Nov, 05:18 | 6 Nov, 07:29 |
Power cut record for Essex
Network operators take a power cut off their live maps once the power is back, so there is no public record of how often an area loses power. We log the feeds every few minutes. Since 27 October 2026, Essex has had 132 logged power cuts affecting at least 1,942 customers.
| Nearest town | Power cuts | Customers affected |
|---|---|---|
| Colchester | 12 | 551 |
| Westcliff-on-Sea | 12 | 79 |
| Chelmsford | 10 | 608 |
| Rochford | 9 | 19 |
| Southend-on-Sea | 7 | 44 |
| Harlow | 7 | 1 |
| Clacton-on-Sea | 7 | 1 |
| Epping | 6 | 34 |
| Canvey Island | 6 | 124 |
| Basildon | 6 | 1 |
| Maldon | 6 | 17 |
| Saffron Walden | 6 | 41 |
Each power cut is counted against the nearest town to where the network places it. See the live UK power cut map, or read about battery storage with power cut backup.
How to report a power cut in Essex
- Check your fuseboard. If neighbours still have power, a tripped switch in your own home is the most likely cause.
- Check the map above. If your area is listed, the network operator already knows and the estimated restore time is shown.
- Ring 105 if nothing is listed. It is free, open 24/7, and puts you through to the network operator for your postcode. Your energy supplier cannot fix power cuts.
- Fallen line? Keep well away, ring 105 straight away, and ring 999 if anyone is in danger.
Power cuts in Essex on our map come from UK Power Networks.
Compensation, the Priority Services Register and what to do while you wait are covered in our UK power cut guide.
Keeping the power on in Essex during a power cut
Standard solar panels switch off when the grid goes down. A battery with a backup (EPS) function keeps lights, the fridge, Wi-Fi and heating controls running through a power cut, then tops itself up from the panels. See how it works in our battery storage guide, or compare solar panel installers in Essex.
Power cuts in Essex: FAQ
Is there a power cut in Essex today?
The live map on this page shows every power cut the network operators are currently reporting in Essex, refreshed every two minutes. If nothing is listed but your power is out, check your fuseboard, then ring 105.
Who do I call about a power cut in Essex?
Ring 105, free and open 24 hours a day. It puts you through to the network operator that runs the cables at your postcode (in Essex that includes UK Power Networks), whichever supplier you pay. Your supplier handles bills, not power cuts.
How long do power cuts last in Essex?
Over the last 90 days, the median unplanned fault in Essex was fixed in 3 hours 18 minutes, across 110 faults we timed. Planned work runs to a timetable sent in advance, and storm damage can take a day or more.
Which parts of Essex have the most power cuts?
In the last 90 days, the places in Essex with the most logged power cuts were around Colchester, Westcliff-on-Sea, Chelmsford. Each power cut is counted against the nearest town to where the network operator places it.
Can I get compensation for a power cut in Essex?
Often, yes. Under Ofgem's Guaranteed Standards, homes can claim £100 if an unplanned power cut lasts more than 12 hours, plus £45 for each further 12 hours, up to a cap. Longer thresholds apply in severe weather and when more than 5,000 properties are affected. Claim from your network operator.
Do solar panels work during a power cut in Essex?
Not on their own. Grid-tied solar panels shut off automatically when the grid fails, to protect engineers working on the lines. To keep power during a cut you need a battery with a backup (EPS) function and an inverter that can isolate your home from the grid.
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John Rooney is the founder of Solar Info and has been covering the UK solar energy market since 2023. He researches every battery and inverter brand against manufacturer datasheets, MCS and Ofgem data, and feedback from the MCS-certified installers in our directory before publishing.