Compare electricity plans in Croydon
Croydon is connected to the national grid through AusNet Services, the local poles-and-wires network responsible for this area. Electricity retailers operating on the AusNet Services network include AGL, Origin Energy, Red Energy and others — use the comparison tool below to see current plan pricing for postcode 3136. Population: 27,000.
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Electricity distributor in Croydon
AusNet Services covers eastern Victoria, including Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley. Distance and terrain can mean network charges differ from inner-Melbourne distributors.
Your distributor maintains the poles and wires and restores supply after outages; it is separate from the electricity retailer you pay.
When you switch electricity retailers, your distributor stays the same — only the company you pay your bill to changes. Your supply is not interrupted during a switch.
Learn more about the AusNet Services network →Electricity providers in Croydon
Croydon households have access to plans from AGL, Origin Energy, EnergyAustralia, Red Energy and other retailers operating in Victoria. Distribution is managed by CitiPower and Powercor and Jemena and AusNet Services and United Energy.
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Average electricity prices in Croydon
Estimated annual electricity bill: Benchmark reference costs for the AusNet Services distribution zone suggest typical household bills around $1,310–$1,550 per year (before discounts and concessions).
Usage and supply (benchmark): About 27.0 c/kWh usage and 121 c/day supply — indicative only; your retailer sets the rates on your bill.
Solar feed-in: Generally available — Solar feed-in tariffs are available from retailers serving this network; rates vary by plan and retailer.
AER Default Market Offer 2025-26 and state equivalent offers. Usage assumes 4,000 kWh/year reference household. Applies to the AusNet Services zone covering Croydon. Not a retail quote.
Average electricity bills in Croydon, Victoria are broadly in line with the Victoria average, which typically ranges from $1,300 to $1,550 per year depending on household size, usage, and plan type.
Regional areas such as Croydon can experience different electricity pricing compared to metropolitan centres, reflecting variations in network charges and available plan types. Comparing retailers is the best way to find competitive rates for your location.
See detailed pricing data on our VIC electricity prices page or view the cheapest electricity plans in VIC.
How to switch providers in Croydon
To switch electricity providers in Croydon, Victoria: compare plans online, choose a retailer, and complete the sign-up. Your new provider arranges the change and your electricity supply is not interrupted during the process.
Solar feed-in tariffs in Croydon
If your Croydon home has rooftop solar, your electricity plan's feed-in tariff rate is just as important as your usage rate. Feed-in tariff rates vary by plan, retailer, and distributor zone. Compare plans carefully to find the best combination of usage rate and feed-in rate for your household.
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Frequently asked questions
Which distributor covers Croydon?
Croydon is on the AusNet Services distribution network. AusNet Services operates the poles, wires, and other infrastructure that deliver electricity to properties in this area. You still choose a separate electricity retailer to bill you — retailers such as AGL, Origin Energy, EnergyAustralia, Red Energy, Lumo Energy, Simply Energy, and other retailers often publish market offers for customers on this network, subject to metering and eligibility rules. Your distributor does not change when you switch retailers.
What is the average electricity bill for households in Croydon?
For the AusNet Services distribution zone that includes Croydon, benchmark reference costs (aligned with AER default-style assumptions of about 4,000 kWh/year) suggest typical annual electricity bills often fall between $1,310 and $1,550. Your actual bill depends on your retailer, plan, discounts, and how much electricity you use.
Is solar available in Croydon?
Yes. Rooftop solar is common in Victoria, and Solar feed-in tariffs are available from retailers serving this network; rates vary by plan and retailer. In Croydon, compare solar-compatible plans to review feed-in rates alongside your usage rate and supply charge.
Which electricity providers offer plans in Croydon?
Croydon (postcode 3136) is served by electricity retailers operating in Victoria. The specific plans available depend on your distributor zone. The local distribution network in Croydon is managed by AusNet Services. Use our comparison tool to see current offers for your address.
How do I switch electricity providers in Croydon?
Switching electricity providers in Croydon (postcode 3136) is straightforward. Compare plans using our tool, select a new retailer, and complete the online sign-up. Your new provider arranges the transfer, typically within a few business days, and your electricity supply is not interrupted.
Does my electricity distributor change when I switch retailers in Croydon?
No. AusNet Services manages the physical network in Croydon and remains the same regardless of which retailer you choose. Only the company you pay your bill to changes when you switch.
Also use gas at home? If your household uses gas for heating or cooking, you can also compare gas plans in Croydon or compare all gas plans here.
This analysis is based on EnergyPlans Australia's 2026 energy pricing data across multiple providers and states.
Last updated: 1 April 2026.