As of January 2025, the energy price cap in the UK is set at £1,738 per year for a typical household paying by direct debit for both electricity and gas, representing a 1.2% increase from the previous cap
Electricity and gas unit prices and standing charges, 1 January to 31 March 2025
Energy price cap per unit and standing charge1 October to 31 December 2024 | Energy price cap per unit and standing charge1 January to 31 March 2025 | |
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Electricity | 24.50 pence per kWh 60.99 pence daily standing charge | 24.86 pence per kWh 60.97 pence daily standing charge |
Gas | 6.24 pence per kWh 31.66 pence daily standing charge | 6.34 pence per kWh 31.65 pence daily standing charge |