Household bills
Energy Price Cap
Latest Ofgem energy price cap headline level, average unit rates and standing charges for a typical Direct Debit household.
Typical annual headline cap
£1,723
Typical dual-fuel Direct Debit household
Electricity unit rate
26.32p/kWh
GB average, Direct Debit
Gas unit rate
7.97p/kWh
GB average, Direct Debit
Average Direct Debit rates — 1 October to 31 December 2026
| Fuel | Unit rate | Daily standing charge |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | 26.32p/kWh | 54.83p/day |
| Gas | 7.97p/kWh | 29.68p/day |
The cap is not a maximum bill
The headline price cap is based on typical consumption. Your actual bill depends on how much energy you use, your region, payment method and meter type.
Who the price cap covers
The price cap applies to standard variable or default tariffs. It does not set the price of fixed-rate tariffs.
Official source
OfgemPeriod: 1 October to 31 December 2026
Last data update: 07 October 2026