Money & bills

Energy price cap: why your bill can still be higher

The energy price cap limits certain rates, not your total bill. Use this checklist to understand your tariff before comparing costs.

Reviewed 03/11/2026 · Applies to: England, Scotland and Wales; not Northern Ireland.

Who this helps

Households checking domestic gas and electricity bills.

Find your tariff name on your bill and check whether it is standard variable or fixed.
Identify the unit rate and daily standing charge. Your usage also affects what you pay.
Open Ofgem’s guide below to check whether the cap applies to your tariff.
Use the current-rates link in that guide to compare rates for your area and payment method.

The cap does not cover fixed tariffs, business contracts, heating oil or heat networks.
Do not treat an advertised typical annual bill as a personal spending limit.
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Continue to the provider’s website to check the latest details and use the service.

Destination: www.ofgem.gov.uk

MyAgumba explains the sources above. Eligibility and availability depend on your circumstances and the provider’s current rules.