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Electricity consumption data for information, communication and entertainment (ICE) appliances (consumer electronics and ICT equipment) were collected from a sample of fourteen UK households to identify patterns of appliance use. Follow-up interviews were also undertaken to explore factors that influenced the electricity consumption recorded. Results support the current consensus that ICE appliance use can be a significant electricity end-use in UK homes, often from standby loads. On average, around 23% of the households’ electricity consumption was from ICE appliance use and around 7% could be attributed to standby power modes. Key appliances that contributed to the sample's average electricity consumption are identified. Inconspicuous electricity consumption from network appliances (e.g. set-top boxes, routers) is an issue of particular concern due to policy gaps. The results support technical …