UK PRICE CAP REFERENCE
UK energy price cap rates
Ofgem sets the maximum unit rates and standing charges suppliers can apply to domestic customers on standard variable tariffs. Rates are reviewed quarterly and vary by region. Find the rates that apply to your area below.
Current: 1 July to 30 September 2026
Find rates for your postcode£1,862
Typical annual dual fuel bill (direct debit)
Electricity
26.11p/kWh
57.19p/day standing
Gas
7.33p/kWh
29.04p/day standing
13.5% rise from April 2026
FIND YOUR REGIONAL RATES
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Enter your postcode to see the exact unit rates and standing charges that apply to your distribution network region.
National average rates from 1 July 2026
Electricity (direct debit)
26.11p/kWh
Standing charge: 57.19p/day (£208.74/year)
Gas (direct debit)
7.33p/kWh
Standing charge: 29.04p/day (£106.00/year)
These are national averages. Your actual rates depend on your distribution network region.
Source: Ofgem price cap Q3 2026 (1 July to 30 September 2026). Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Regional rates preview
| Region | Elec unit | Gas unit |
|---|---|---|
| North West | 26.13p | 7.24p |
| Northern | 25.22p | 7.28p |
| Yorkshire | 25.31p | 7.27p |
| Northern Scotland | 26.42p | 7.23p |
| Southern Scotland | 25.85p | 7.23p |
What will change in July 2026
The July 2026 cap will rise by 13.5% from the April 2026 level of £1,641 for a typical dual fuel household.
The increase will reflect elevated wholesale gas prices following disruption to global LNG supply routes from late February 2026.
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