UK Energy Price Cap Tracker
The Ofgem energy price cap sets the maximum unit rates and standing charges energy suppliers can charge. It applies to typical dual-fuel households on a standard variable tariff and is reviewed every quarter.
Check the latest rate at Ofgem →
Cap History
The typical annual bill figure below is for a household using the Ofgem average amount of energy. Your actual bill depends on your usage, tariff, and location.
| Quarter | Typical Annual Bill | Change | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct–Dec 2021 | £1,277 | — | Cap introduced on unit rates |
| Apr–Jun 2022 | £1,971 | +54% | First major rise post-pandemic |
| Oct–Dec 2022 | £2,500 | — | Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) applied |
| Jan–Mar 2023 | £3,000 | +20% | EPG adjusted upward |
| Apr–Jun 2023 | £3,000 | — | Ofgem cap; EPG ended April 2023 |
| Jul–Sep 2023 | £2,074 | -31% | Wholesale prices fall sharply |
| Oct–Dec 2023 | £1,834 | -12% | |
| Jan–Mar 2024 | £1,928 | +5% | Winter increase |
| Apr–Jun 2024 | £1,690 | -12% | |
| Jul–Sep 2024 | £1,568 | -7% | Lowest since cap introduction |
| Oct–Dec 2024 | £1,717 | +10% | Winter increase |
| Jan–Mar 2025 | £1,738 | +1% | |
| Apr–Jun 2025 ◀ current | £1,849 | +6% | |
| Jul–Sep 2025 onwards | Check current rate at Ofgem → | ||
* Oct 2022–Mar 2023: the government's Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) capped bills at £2,500 then £3,000 for most households, regardless of the higher Ofgem price cap figure at the time. The EPG ended April 2023.
At a Glance
What the Cap Means for Your Bill
The typical household figure assumes 11,500 kWh of gas and 2,900 kWh of electricity per year. A small flat will pay significantly less; a large detached house may pay more.
Help with Energy Bills
£150 off your electricity bill if you're on certain benefits or a low income. Applied automatically for most eligible households.
Free insulation, boiler upgrades, and energy efficiency improvements for eligible low-income and fuel-poor households.
Full list of grants and schemes available to help with energy costs — including charitable funds from energy suppliers.
Our full guide to the price cap, switching tariffs, and practical tips to cut usage and costs.