Ipswich Power Cut Checker
Use this page to see if there is currently a power cut in Ipswich.
UK Power Networks looks after the electricity network in Ipswich. See its UK Power Networks live power cut map for live outages, or call 105 free. Running a business? We can supply an emergency generator 24/7.
Start with the UK Power Networks live power cut map. If a fault is shown there, crews are already dealing with it. If your property is without electricity and it is not shown, call 105, free and available 24/7. Someone will pass your details to UK Power Networks. Keep clear of any cable brought down by wind or traffic.
Before you report it, check your consumer unit or trip switch for a tripped circuit. Look outside to see whether nearby homes or street lights are off too. That helps distinguish a problem at your property from a wider interruption. If only your property is affected, reset a switch only when it is safe and you know why it tripped. If it trips again, leave it off and seek help from a qualified electrician.
Think of the Port of Ipswich, one of the Haven ports, the council and court offices on Russell Road, and the Adastral Park science park at Martlesham Heath. All depend on reliable supply. A disruption can pause day-to-day operations and affect the teams and visitors using those sites. We provide 24/7 emergency generator hire, standby generators, and generator servicing and maintenance to help sites plan for an interruption. Our Ipswich service page sets out generator hire and maintenance, and our guide explains how to keep your business running.
On the evening of 27 February 2025, an underground cable fault left around 40 homes in Castle Hill, mainly around Henley Road, without power. By the following morning, all but 11 of those homes had been reconnected. UK Power Networks maintains the cables and overhead lines here. Households with health or mobility needs may be eligible for the Priority Services Register.
UK Power Networks’ live map shows current Ipswich outages, with restoration estimates where available. Use the link above.
Our teams cover Ipswich, Colchester, Bury St Edmunds and the towns in between.
Is there a UK Power Networks number?
Yes, but 105 is free and works from anywhere in the area.
Our in-house hire specialists will listen to your specific needs to create a bespoke hire package. Within 2-4 hours, we can be with you restoring the power, wherever you are in Ipswich or the surrounding areas.
Everything is available on long or short-term rental contracts. Whether it is for planned routine works or reactive emergency situations, our service team can manage the logistics from the delivery, through to the commissioning of any temporary hire systems. This service includes the on-site assessment for installing a temporary generator in a safe and sustainable manner.
FIND OUT MOREIf you are facing a sudden loss of power, you can trust that we will get things sorted quickly. We aim to get equipment to you within 4 hours of logging a call with our team. An on-site engineer will provide an assessment for installing a temporary generator, no matter where you are in the country.
FIND OUT MOREUsing the very latest telemetry systems, we can remotely monitor the operation of your hire generator sets while operating in an unmanned location. These controls and measures monitor:
The system also helps to ensure the smooth running of essential or back up power without having to send an engineer regularly to site.
FIND OUT MOREOur machines can be configured to offer additional resilience for critical suppliers. Applications include:
Coupled with our remote Scada monitoring system, we are able to provide our clients with real time status, alarms and control, giving them peace of mind.
FIND OUT MORENo matter what you’re trying to power, we can find a generator which suits your requirements. You may be looking to power equipment, a building or a temporary event – whatever it is we can find the appropriate solution. With Hire Sales team members located across the UK, we’re never far away if you’re looking for help. Below is a selection of our hire generator range, which boasts over 30 different generators, rated from 20 – 2200kVA.
We have a dedicated team of experts to look after hire, as well as engineers, project managers, consultants and logistics coordinators who are all directly employed by us. They put their expertise to work for you, providing high specification equipment that is bespoke to your needs and budget.