Energy Price Cap Calculator – how much will you pay?
And what are the unit rates and standing charges under the October Price Cap?
The Energy Price Cap, which controls what most households pay for energy, rose by 3.6% on average on 1 October, meaning the vast majority in England, Scotland and Wales saw their bills go up. What YOU PAY depends on your usage, how you pay and where you live. Use the calculator in this guide to estimate how much YOU'LL pay.
How much you pay under the current Energy Price Cap
If you're on a standard price-capped tariff (two thirds of homes are), plug your figures into the calculator for an estimate of the change to your energy costs (or do a Cheap Energy Club comparison for your costs based on your provider's tariff and help finding a cheaper deal). The Price Cap will change again in January, see the latest predictions for details.
Unsure what energy region you're in? You can find your region by entering your postcode at Energy Networks Association.
The Energy Price Cap unit rates & standing charges
Here are the average unit rates for dual-fuel customers paying by Direct Debit under the Energy Price Cap...
| PREVIOUS Energy Price Cap rates | CURRENT Energy Price Cap rates |
|---|---|---|
Gas | Unit rate: 7.33p per killowatt hour (kWh) Standing charge: 29.04p per day | Unit rate: 7.97p per killowatt hour (kWh) Standing charge: 29.68p per day |
Electricity | Unit rate: 26.11p per kWh Standing charge: 57.19p per day | Unit rate: 26.32p per kWh Standing charge: 54.83p per day |
Rates and standing charges are averages, as these vary by region. Assumes payment by Direct Debit and includes VAT of 5% on gas. There is no VAT on electricity until 1 April 2027. For those who pay on receipt of bill, it's typically 8% higher.
Prices vary by region – see regional Direct Debit rates and charges for 1 October to 30 December 2026
Region | Gas | Electricity |
North West | Unit rate: 7.86p per kWh Standing charge: 29.81p per day | Unit rate: 26.49p per kWh Standing charge: 45.68p per day |
Northern | Unit rate: 7.92p per kWh Standing charge: 29.79p per day | Unit rate: 25.46p per kWh Standing charge: 61.58p per day |
Yorkshire | Unit rate: 7.90p per kWh Standing charge: 29.77p per day | Unit rate: 25.60p per kWh Standing charge: 61.67p per day |
Northern Scotland | Unit rate: 7.87p per kWh Standing charge: 29.87p per day | Unit rate: 26.35p per kWh Standing charge: 55.14p per day |
Southern | Unit rate: 8.17p per kWh Standing charge: 29.16p per day | Unit rate: 26.47p per kWh Standing charge: 47.81p per day |
Southern Scotland | Unit rate: 7.87p per kWh Standing charge: 29.89p per day | Unit rate: 26.11p per kWh Standing charge: 61.41p per day |
N Wales and Mersey | Unit rate: 7.91p per kWh Standing charge: 30.08p per day | Unit rate: 27.86p per kWh Standing charge: 67.66p per day |
London | Unit rate: 8.15p per kWh Standing charge: 30.20p per day | Unit rate: 26.60p per kWh Standing charge: 42.92p per day |
South East | Unit rate: 8.05p per kWh Standing charge: 29.26p per day | Unit rate: 26.88p per kWh Standing charge: 52.32p per day |
Eastern | Unit rate: 7.91p per kWh Standing charge: 29.34p per day | Unit rate: 26.61p per kWh Standing charge: 51.84p per day |
East Midlands | Unit rate: 7.82p per kWh Standing charge: 29.41p per day | Unit rate: 25.36p per kWh Standing charge: 51.45p per day |
Midlands | Unit rate: 7.90p per kWh Standing charge: 29.71p per day | Unit rate: 25.60p per kWh Standing charge: 57.23p per day |
Southern Western | Unit rate: 8.12p per kWh Standing charge: 29.31p per day | Unit rate: 26.58p per kWh Standing charge: 55.58p per day |
South Wales | Unit rate: 8.09p per kWh Standing charge: 29.96p per day | Unit rate: 26.55p per kWh Standing charge: 55.41p per day |
Here are the average unit rates for dual-fuel customers paying by prepayment under the Energy Price Cap...
| PREVIOUS Energy Price Cap rates | CURRENT Energy Price Cap rates |
|---|---|---|
Gas | Unit rate: 7.07p per kWh | Unit rate: 7.70p per kWh |
Electricity | Unit rate: 25.32p per kWh | Unit rate: 25.52p per kWh |
Rates and standing charges are averages, as these vary by region. Assumes payment by prepayment meter and includes VAT of 5% on gas. There is no VAT on electricity until 1 April 2027.
Prices vary by region – see regional rates and charges for prepayment from 1 October to 30 December 2026
Region | Gas | Electricity |
North West | Unit rate: 7.58p per kWh Standing charge: 29.81p per day | Unit rate: 25.68p per kWh Standing charge: 45.68p per day |
Northern | Unit rate: 7.66p per kWh Standing charge: 29.79p per day | Unit rate: 24.68p per kWh Standing charge: 61.58p per day |
Yorkshire | Unit rate: 7.61p per kWh Standing charge: 29.77p per day | Unit rate: 24.82p per kWh Standing charge: 61.67p per day |
Northern Scotland | Unit rate: 7.57p per kWh Standing charge: 29.87p per day | Unit rate: 25.54p per kWh Standing charge: 55.14p per day |
Southern | Unit rate: 7.94p per kWh Standing charge: 29.16p per day | Unit rate: 25.66p per kWh Standing charge: 47.81p per day |
Southern Scotland | Unit rate: 7.57p per kWh Standing charge: 29.89p per day | Unit rate: 25.31p per kWh Standing charge: 61.41p per day |
N Wales and Mersey | Unit rate: 7.62p per kWh Standing charge: 30.08p per day | Unit rate: 27.01p per kWh Standing charge: 67.66p per day |
London | Unit rate: 7.90p per kWh Standing charge: 30.20p per day | Unit rate: 25.78p per kWh Standing charge: 42.92p per day |
South East | Unit rate: 7.78p per kWh Standing charge: 29.26p per day | Unit rate: 26.06p per kWh Standing charge: 52.32p per day |
Eastern | Unit rate: 7.68p per kWh Standing charge: 29.34p per day | Unit rate: 25.80p per kWh Standing charge: 51.84p per day |
East Midlands | Unit rate: 7.54p per kWh Standing charge: 29.41p per day | Unit rate: 24.58p per kWh Standing charge: 51.45p per day |
Midlands | Unit rate: 7.64p per kWh Standing charge: 29.71p per day | Unit rate: 24.82p per kWh Standing charge: 57.23p per day |
Southern Western | Unit rate: 7.89p per kWh Standing charge: 29.31p per day | Unit rate: 25.77p per kWh Standing charge: 55.58p per day |
South Wales | Unit rate: 7.80p per kWh Standing charge: 29.96p per day | Unit rate: 25.74p per kWh Standing charge: 55.41p per day |
Here are the average unit rates for those who pay on receipt of a bill (also known as standard credit) under the Price Cap...
| PREVIOUS Energy Price Cap rates | CURRENT Energy Price Cap rates |
|---|---|---|
Gas | Unit rate: 7.71p per kWh Standing charge: 36.69p per day | Unit rate: 8.39p per kWh Standing charge: 37.49p per day |
Electricity | Unit rate: 27.56p per kWh Standing charge: 65.74p per day | Unit rate: 27.80p per kWh Standing charge: 63.49p per day |
Rates and standing charges are averages, as these vary by region. Assumes payment on receipt of bills and includes VAT of 5% on gas. There is no VAT on electricity until 1 April 2027.
Prices vary by region – see regional rates and charges for payment on receipt of a bill from 1 October to 30 December 2026
Region | Gas | Electricity |
North West | Unit rate: 8.29p per kWh Standing charge: 37.50p per day | Unit rate: 27.98p per kWh Standing charge: 53.73p per day |
Northern | Unit rate: 8.35p per kWh Standing charge: 37.50p per day | Unit rate: 26.89p per kWh Standing charge: 70.61p per day |
Yorkshire | Unit rate: 8.32p per kWh Standing charge: 37.50p per day | Unit rate: 27.05p per kWh Standing charge: 70.67p per day |
Northern Scotland | Unit rate: 8.29p per kWh Standing charge: 37.50p per day | Unit rate: 27.83p per kWh Standing charge: 63.67p per day |
Southern | Unit rate: 8.61p per kWh Standing charge: 37.48p per day | Unit rate: 27.95p per kWh Standing charge: 56.41p per day |
Southern Scotland | Unit rate: 8.29p per kWh Standing charge: 37.50p per day | Unit rate: 27.58p per kWh Standing charge: 70.19p per day |
N Wales and Mersey | Unit rate: 8.33p per kWh Standing charge: 37.50p per day | Unit rate: 29.43p per kWh Standing charge: 76.72p per day |
London | Unit rate: 8.58p per kWh Standing charge: 37.49p per day | Unit rate: 28.09p per kWh Standing charge: 50.51p per day |
South East | Unit rate: 8.48p per kWh Standing charge: 37.49p per day | Unit rate: 28.39p per kWh Standing charge: 61.19p per day |
Eastern | Unit rate: 8.34p per kWh Standing charge: 37.50p per day | Unit rate: 28.11p per kWh Standing charge: 60.62p per day |
East Midlands | Unit rate: 8.24p per kWh Standing charge: 37.50p per day | Unit rate: 26.78p per kWh Standing charge: 60.05p per day |
Midlands | Unit rate: 8.33p per kWh Standing charge: 37.50p per day | Unit rate: 27.04p per kWh Standing charge: 65.99p per day |
Southern Western | Unit rate: 8.55p per kWh Standing charge: 37.49p per day | Unit rate: 28.08p per kWh Standing charge: 64.55p per day |
South Wales | Unit rate: 8.52p per kWh Standing charge: 37.49p per day | Unit rate: 28.05p per kWh Standing charge: 63.93p per day |
How to cut your energy costs
There are a few areas to focus on...
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Should I fix my energy? Energy wholesale rates are volatile due to conflict in the Middle East right now, but there are still plenty of fixes available to switch to and save money. See our Should you fix? guide for a rundown of all your switching options. For a bespoke comparison of your potential savings against your current fix or the Price Cap for the next year, try our Cheap Energy Club.
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How does the Energy Price Cap work? For full info, see our Energy Price Cap FAQs.
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Have you got all the help you qualify for? Prices are still unaffordable for many. Check our Struggling to pay – energy help guide to ensure you're getting all the help you're entitled to.
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Try to cut your energy usage. There are lots of ways to reduce what you use. See our Energy saving tips, the Energy mythbusters guide for less clear-cut issues, and our Heat the human guide.
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