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The Ofgem Price Cap is an important reference point for households comparing gas and electricity costs, especially if they are on a standard variable or default energy tariff. The cap limits the unit rates and standing charges suppliers can charge for default tariffs, but it does not cap your total bill because the amount you pay still depends on how much energy you use. This page brings together helpful resources about energy price cap, Utility Warehouse energy, fixed energy deals and reviewing household energy value with UW.
With the Price Cap, it is sensible to compare unit rates, standing charges, payment method, region, usage and whether a fixed or variable tariff is more suitable for your household. Ofgem has confirmed that from 1 July to 30 September 2026 the price cap is £1,862 per year for a typical household paying by Direct Debit, but your own bill may be higher or lower depending on usage and circumstances. Useful next steps include reading the latest energy price cap guidance, comparing fixed vs variable energy tariffs, exploring fixing your energy rate, reviewing switching energy provider and checking Ofgem’s official guidance on energy price cap unit rates and standing charges. For a broader explanation of what the cap includes, Ofgem’s page on the energy price cap and standing charges is also useful.
If you’ve been watching the news and thinking, “Here we go again — are energy bills about to jump?”, you’re not alone. Without getting into politics, here’s the simple reality: global conflict can create real price shocks in energy markets, especially when it disrupts major shipping routes and supply. Over the last week, multiple major […]
The energy price cap is falling again from 1 April 2026, which is definitely welcome news for households across Great Britain. Ofgem has confirmed the new cap will be £1,641 a year for a typical household paying by Direct Debit, down £117 from the previous cap of £1,758. But even with that drop, energy is […]
With Ofgem confirming that the energy price cap will rise again from 1 January, many households are understandably worried about higher bills during the coldest months of the year. The good news? You don’t have to sit and wait for prices to climb. Right now, Utility Warehouse (UW) is helping customers fix and save against […]