Brits are wasting £915 million annually simply by leaving the shower running before stepping in, according to new research by Triton Showers.
A survey of 2,000 adults revealed the average person spends 11 minutes in the shower, with 43% admitting to staying under the water longer than necessary. Despite this, only 28% say they consider water waste regularly when rinsing.
Triton calculated that a standard 11-minute mixer shower uses 132 litres of water, requiring about 5.8 kWh of energy to heat it. By contrast, an electric shower uses roughly 54 litres for the same duration, equating to 1.9 kWh of energy.
Among those trying to cut usage, 44% take shorter showers, 27% skip daily showers, and another 27% turn off the water while brushing their teeth. A further 19% make sure to fix leaks immediately.
Still, many remain in the dark about costs: 33% have only a vague idea of how much they spend per shower, while nearly half (48%) said saving money was the top reason to reduce shower time.
Daniel Lintell, sustainability manager at Triton Showers, said: “With energy bills rising and water scarcity a growing concern, it’s more important than ever that households understand how small changes can make a big difference. Whether for their wallet or the environment, cutting down on shower time is a win-win.”
Triton’s new online calculator helps households understand their water and energy costs. Users can input household size, shower habits, temperature preferences and shower type to estimate annual costs—and see potential savings by cutting time or installing a flow regulator.
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