UK Energy Price Cap Rates (Ofgem)
The Ofgem energy price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026: the most a supplier can charge per unit of energy and per day on a standard variable tariff, for a typical household that pays by Direct Debit in England, Scotland and Wales.
| Fuel | Unit rate (p per kWh) | Standing charge (p per day) |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | 26.32 | 54.83 |
| Gas | 7.97 | 29.68 |
| Region | Unit rate (p per kWh) | Standing charge (p per day) |
|---|---|---|
| East Midlands | 25.36 | 51.45 |
| Eastern England | 26.61 | 51.84 |
| London | 26.60 | 42.92 |
| Merseyside and Northern Wales | 27.86 | 67.66 |
| North Eastern England | 25.46 | 61.58 |
| North Western England | 26.49 | 45.68 |
| Northern Scotland | 26.35 | 55.14 |
| South Eastern England | 26.88 | 52.32 |
| South Western England | 26.58 | 55.58 |
| Southern England | 26.47 | 47.81 |
| Southern Scotland | 26.11 | 61.41 |
| Southern Wales | 26.55 | 55.41 |
| West Midlands | 25.60 | 57.23 |
| Yorkshire | 25.60 | 61.67 |
Last checked 10/11/2026. Sources: Ofgem: Energy price cap unit rates and standing charges.
How to use these figures
Ofgem price cap, average for people who pay by Direct Debit in England, Scotland and Wales. Rounded to two decimal places. Includes 5% VAT on gas; there is no VAT on electricity from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027 (Ofgem).
Your tariff may differ from the cap. Use the unit rate printed on your own bill for a firm answer. The standing charge is paid whatever you use, so it does not change what an appliance costs to run.