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Mains Gas

Ofgem price cap — April 2026 quarter

6.04p

per kWh

Steady0% vs last week

Updated 12 June 2026

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British Gas

Ofgem price cap rate, largest UK supplier

6.04p

per kWh

3.8

Octopus Energy

Top-rated for service; smart tariffs available

6.04p

per kWh

4.8

E.ON Next

Fixed deals available for some customers

6.04p

per kWh

4.2

EDF Energy

Smart meter incentives

6.04p

per kWh

4.1

Scottish Power

Green tariff options

6.04p

per kWh

3.9

Prices are indicative. Always verify directly with the supplier before ordering. Some links are affiliate links.

What's good

  • On-demand supply — no delivery or storage needed
  • Typically cheapest option for grid-connected homes
  • Wide supplier choice and easy switching

What to watch

  • Subject to Ofgem price cap changes every quarter
  • Not available in ~15% of UK homes off the gas grid
  • Fossil fuel — carbon emissions

💡 Save more

  • Check for fixed deals when the price cap looks set to rise
  • Consider Octopus Agile or time-of-use tariffs if you have a smart meter
  • Don't pay standing charges on a second property you rarely use

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