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Fixed Tariff v38 by British Gas: regional prices, payment types, fuel options & Economy 7

A UK-focused guide to every current version of Fixed Tariff v38 from British Gas, including Dual Fuel, Electricity, Gas options, payment methods such as Cash / Cheque, Monthly Direct Debit, <strong>Economy 7</strong> and standard-rate versions and pricing across 14 PES regions.

  • See the main Fixed Tariff v38 option groups in one place
  • Check region-by-region unit rates and standing charges for your exact service type, payment method and meter setup
  • Compare this tariff fairly with the wider market using your postcode and usage

Unit rates and standing charges vary by region, meter type, service type and payment method. A postcode-level quote is still the fairest comparison.

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Fast answer: what most people should know about Fixed Tariff v38

Fixed Tariff v38 is best treated as a single tariff family page because the same tariff name can appear across multiple service types, payment methods, Economy 7 settings and 14 PES regions. The best version for you depends on your postcode, meter setup and how you actually pay for energy.

Editor's rule of thumb: compare only like-for-like. If you are on Direct Debit, compare Direct Debit. If you need Economy 7, compare Economy 7. If you want dual fuel, do not compare it against an electricity-only row and assume the result is equivalent.

Key takeaways

  • Service types: Dual Fuel, Electricity, Gas
  • Payment methods: Cash / Cheque, Monthly Direct Debit
  • Regions covered: 14 PES regions
  • Economy 7: available on at least one option group
  • Exit fee: up to £50.00 per fuel

What to have ready

  • Your postcode for regional pricing
  • Your meter type, including Economy 7 if relevant
  • Your annual usage or a recent bill
  • Your preferred payment method
  • Whether you need electricity-only, gas-only or dual fuel

If you're in a hurry

Use a whole-of-market quote first, then check the exact row in the regional tables below that matches your setup.

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Compare Fixed Tariff v38 with the wider market

This tariff can look different depending on region, service type, payment method and Economy 7 status. That means the fairest comparison is always postcode-based and like-for-like.

Good to know: a tariff that looks cheapest in one PES region may not be cheapest in another. Use your postcode rather than relying on a headline national figure.

What happens after you compare?

  1. We estimate annual costs using your postcode, meter type and payment method.
  2. You can compare that result with the relevant Fixed Tariff v38 option group on this page.
  3. If you proceed, choose the exact regional row that matches your setup before switching.

Always review tariff facts and contract terms before you complete a switch.

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Fixed Tariff v38 option groups explained

To keep this page useful and SEO-friendly, we group the underlying records by service type, payment method and Economy 7. Inside each group, you can then see the regional prices across the PES areas we hold.

Fuel / service types

Current records show these service types for Fixed Tariff v38: Dual Fuel, Electricity, Gas.

  • Dual fuel can be convenient but is not always cheapest.
  • Single-fuel options may suit households comparing separate suppliers.

Payment types

Current payment methods listed include Cash / Cheque, Monthly Direct Debit.

  • Always compare the same payment method.
  • Direct Debit, bill payment and prepayment can produce different annual costs.

Regional prices

This page includes regional records across 14 PES regions, because energy prices are not the same everywhere in Great Britain.

  • Use postcode-based quotes for the most accurate comparison.
  • Unit rates and standing charges vary by region and are shown in the tables below.

Internal links for this tariff cluster

Read our British Gas supplier guide, browse all British Gas tariffs, or compare broader categories such as Economy 7, dual fuel and Direct Debit tariffs.

Lowest electricity unit rate shown

The lowest electricity unit rate currently shown is 22.998p/kWh under the Dual Fuel / Monthly Direct Debit / standard-rate option group. Rates range up to 25.454p/kWh across regions for this group. A postcode-level quote is needed to estimate your annual cost.

Fixed Tariff v38 comparison table (grouped by option type)

This summary table groups the tariff by the differences that matter most: service type, payment method and Economy 7. Each row then links to a regional breakdown so you can see all PES-region unit rates and standing charges.

Service type Payment method Economy 7 Regions Elec rate range (p/kWh) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Details
Dual Fuel Cash / Cheque No 14 24.374 – 26.878 16 months £50.00 View regional prices
Dual Fuel Cash / Cheque Yes 14 29.411 – 34.708 16 months £50.00 View regional prices
Dual Fuel Monthly Direct Debit No 14 22.998 – 25.454 16 months £50.00 View regional prices
Dual Fuel Monthly Direct Debit Yes 14 27.855 – 33.055 16 months £50.00 View regional prices
Electricity Cash / Cheque No 14 24.374 – 26.878 16 months £50.00 View regional prices
Electricity Cash / Cheque Yes 14 29.411 – 34.708 16 months £50.00 View regional prices
Electricity Monthly Direct Debit No 14 22.998 – 25.454 16 months £50.00 View regional prices
Electricity Monthly Direct Debit Yes 14 27.855 – 33.055 16 months £50.00 View regional prices
Gas Cash / Cheque No 14 16 months £50.00 View regional prices
Gas Monthly Direct Debit No 14 16 months £50.00 View regional prices

Decision checklist

  • Pick the right fuel/service type first.
  • Keep the payment method the same across comparisons.
  • Only choose an Economy 7 row if your meter and usage pattern suit it.
  • Use your postcode to sense-check the regional prices.

Why regional rows matter

  • Standing charges and unit rates vary by PES region.
  • A tariff that looks cheap nationally may be less competitive in your area.
  • Regional differences can materially change annual cost estimates.

Dual Fuel, Cash / Cheque, standard-rate: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Gas rate (p/kWh) Gas standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 25.004 53.16 6.640 33.53 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 25.968 55.67 6.736 32.42 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 24.610 46.57 6.780 32.49 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 26.878 72.17 6.878 36.32 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 25.425 55.33 6.679 32.45 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 24.992 62.04 6.850 33.55 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 26.263 56.93 6.788 30.82 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 26.875 65.52 6.765 33.55 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 24.814 58.33 6.567 33.02 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 26.184 52.55 6.602 33.24 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 25.159 47.69 6.676 31.02 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 26.540 54.86 6.955 36.84 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 26.712 59.84 6.959 35.41 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 24.374 60.25 6.807 34.10 16 months £50.00 Choose this option

Dual Fuel, Cash / Cheque, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Gas rate (p/kWh) Gas standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 31.204 14.163 62.56 6.640 33.53 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 33.252 14.645 60.53 6.736 32.42 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 31.948 14.734 46.60 6.780 32.49 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 34.708 14.933 76.67 6.878 36.32 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 31.077 13.733 70.44 6.679 32.45 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 29.934 13.758 78.98 6.850 33.55 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 33.419 15.038 61.46 6.788 30.82 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 34.087 15.876 70.00 6.765 33.55 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 29.985 14.475 70.73 6.567 33.02 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 32.699 14.235 63.11 6.602 33.24 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 29.411 13.593 68.60 6.676 31.02 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 32.113 14.128 71.80 6.955 36.84 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 32.895 14.029 75.03 6.959 35.41 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 29.650 13.746 74.58 6.807 34.10 16 months £50.00 Choose this option

Dual Fuel, Monthly Direct Debit, standard-rate: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Gas rate (p/kWh) Gas standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 23.619 47.46 6.281 28.46 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 24.531 49.82 6.372 27.31 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 23.219 41.57 6.408 27.88 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 25.377 65.87 6.510 31.64 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 24.035 49.59 6.315 27.56 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 23.612 55.95 6.486 28.72 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 24.793 51.35 6.422 26.00 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 25.454 59.46 6.401 28.73 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 23.457 52.64 6.202 28.22 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 24.729 46.70 6.239 28.10 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 23.727 41.99 6.304 25.82 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 25.088 49.34 6.580 32.09 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 25.261 53.74 6.579 30.30 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 22.998 54.24 6.442 29.25 16 months £50.00 Choose this option

Dual Fuel, Monthly Direct Debit, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Gas rate (p/kWh) Gas standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 29.720 13.070 56.59 6.281 28.46 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 31.668 13.584 55.04 6.372 27.31 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 30.401 13.717 41.44 6.408 27.88 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 33.055 13.835 70.07 6.510 31.64 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 29.582 12.641 64.65 6.315 27.56 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 28.472 12.648 72.54 6.486 28.72 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 31.831 13.928 55.58 6.422 26.00 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 32.534 14.818 64.78 6.401 28.73 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 28.534 13.415 65.87 6.202 28.22 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 31.100 13.158 57.61 6.239 28.10 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 27.855 12.504 63.10 6.304 25.82 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 30.537 13.022 65.75 6.580 32.09 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 31.337 12.908 69.43 6.579 30.30 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 28.186 12.638 68.36 6.442 29.25 16 months £50.00 Choose this option

Electricity, Cash / Cheque, standard-rate: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 25.004 53.16 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 25.968 55.67 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 24.610 46.57 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 26.878 72.17 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 25.425 55.33 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 24.992 62.04 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 26.263 56.93 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 26.875 65.52 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 24.814 58.33 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 26.184 52.55 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 25.159 47.69 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 26.540 54.86 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 26.712 59.84 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 24.374 60.25 16 months £50.00 Choose this option

Electricity, Cash / Cheque, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 31.204 14.163 62.56 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 33.252 14.645 60.53 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 31.948 14.734 46.60 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 34.708 14.933 76.67 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 31.077 13.733 70.44 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 29.934 13.758 78.98 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 33.419 15.038 61.46 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 34.087 15.876 70.00 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 29.985 14.475 70.73 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 32.699 14.235 63.11 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 29.411 13.593 68.60 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 32.113 14.128 71.80 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 32.895 14.029 75.03 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 29.650 13.746 74.58 16 months £50.00 Choose this option

Electricity, Monthly Direct Debit, standard-rate: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 23.619 47.46 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 24.531 49.82 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 23.219 41.57 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 25.377 65.87 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 24.035 49.59 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 23.612 55.95 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 24.793 51.35 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 25.454 59.46 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 23.457 52.64 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 24.729 46.70 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 23.727 41.99 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 25.088 49.34 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 25.261 53.74 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 22.998 54.24 16 months £50.00 Choose this option

Electricity, Monthly Direct Debit, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 29.720 13.070 56.59 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 31.668 13.584 55.04 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 30.401 13.717 41.44 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 33.055 13.835 70.07 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 29.582 12.641 64.65 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 28.472 12.648 72.54 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 31.831 13.928 55.58 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 32.534 14.818 64.78 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 28.534 13.415 65.87 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 31.100 13.158 57.61 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 27.855 12.504 63.10 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 30.537 13.022 65.75 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 31.337 12.908 69.43 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 28.186 12.638 68.36 16 months £50.00 Choose this option

Gas, Cash / Cheque, standard-rate: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option

Gas, Monthly Direct Debit, standard-rate: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 0.000 16 months £50.00 Choose this option

Costs, exclusions and common pitfalls to check

Most mistakes happen when the wrong regional or payment-type version of the tariff is compared. Use these checks before switching.

1) Region matters

There are separate regional records because energy pricing differs across PES areas. Do not assume a headline price applies nationally.

2) Payment method affects price

Direct Debit, bill payment and prepayment variants can differ materially. Compare like-for-like only.

3) Economy 7 is usage-sensitive

Economy 7 can help if enough usage is overnight, but can cost more overall if most use is daytime.

4) Fuel bundle changes the comparison

Dual fuel should not be compared directly with electricity-only rows unless you normalise the usage assumptions.

5) Exit fees reduce flexibility

Records shown for this tariff include exit fees of up to £50.00 per fuel. Check the exact regional row before switching.

6) Postcode still beats region-only estimates

Region is useful for guidance, but a postcode-based quote is more precise because it reflects the actual tariff availability and pricing for your home.

Helpful shortcut: if you are not sure this is the right product family, compare all British Gas tariffs before drilling into the regional tables.

Fixed Tariff v38: FAQs

Why are there so many records for the same tariff name?

Because the tariff can vary by service type, payment method, Economy 7 status and region. This page groups them together so you can compare them in one place.

Are prices for Fixed Tariff v38 the same in every region?

No. This page includes region-level records because unit rates and standing charges differ across PES regions. Your postcode is still the best way to confirm what you would actually pay.

Does Fixed Tariff v38 come with Economy 7?

Yes. At least one Economy 7 option group is currently listed on this page, with separate day and off-peak unit rates shown per region.

Can I get Fixed Tariff v38 as electricity-only, gas-only or dual fuel?

Current records show these service types: Dual Fuel, Electricity, Gas. Availability still depends on your home and supplier rules.

How do I switch to the exact regional option I want?

Use the grouped comparison table to find the right option type, then choose the regional row below it that matches your area and click the switch link.

Can I compare this with other tariffs from the same supplier?

Yes. Visit the British Gas tariffs page to compare other current products from the same supplier.

Will switching affect my supply?

In normal circumstances, no. The switch is administrative and your supply continues while the new tariff is set up.

Trust, methodology and related pages

Page details

Supplier
British Gas
Tariff family
Fixed Tariff v38
Regions shown
14
Page type
Canonical tariff family page

How we assess Fixed Tariff v38

  • Grouped tariff view: we group records with the same tariff name into one page to avoid duplicate pages and to make comparison easier.
  • Regional realism: we show multiple PES-region records because energy prices vary by area.
  • Like-for-like comparison: we encourage comparison using the same payment method, service type and meter assumptions wherever possible.
  • Rate transparency: we show actual unit rates (p/kWh) and standing charges (p/day) so you can estimate costs using your own usage figures.
  • Availability caveat: the exact tariff you can join may still depend on your postcode and supplier eligibility checks.

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Updated on 24 Mar 2026