New research from the comparison website Uswitch shows rising energy costs have left homeowners thinking about how long they spend in the shower.
Having a long hot shower during the cold winter months can be tempting. But this can add a fair amount to your energy bill depending on the type of shower and heating system you use.
But how long do Londoners spend in the shower, and how does that compare to other locations?
How long do Londoners spend in the shower?
On average, Londoners spend 9.4 minutes in the shower, which makes them the second-highest on the list compared to other cities.
Which areas in the UK do people spend the longest time in the shower?
Average time spent in the shower (minutes)
Manchester, 9.8
London, 9.4
Leeds, 8.8
Bristol, 8.8
Edinburgh, 8.5
Sheffield, 8.4
Southampton, 8.1
Birmingham, 8
Norwich, 7.6
Nottingham, 7.5
Cardiff, 7.4
Plymouth, 6.9
Liverpool, 6.9
Belfast, 6.8
Glasgow, 6.8
Brighton, 6.7
The research also shows people are spending less time in the shower on average, with 44 per cent cutting down.
Uswitch found that 26 per cent of consumers turn off the hot water while they are shampooing their hair to save energy, while 24 per cent use energy-efficient nozzles.
Another 21 per cent try to shower at the gym or their workplace to save costs at home.
How much have energy costs changed over the past year?
Average yearly energy costs from January to March were £1,928. Energy prices have increased since the pandemic, and still remain above pre-pandemic levels meaning many households continue to struggle.
According to Uswitch, a high-powered electric shower running for 10 minutes could add around 40p each time to your electricity bill, and the cost can quickly add up. If you could cut it to four minutes, you could save 24p.
