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Fixed Tariff v79 by British Gas: regional prices, payment types, fuel options & Economy 7

A UK-focused guide to every current version of Fixed Tariff v79 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 v79 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
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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 v79

Fixed Tariff v79 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 v79 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 v79 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 v79 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 v79: 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 22.827p/kWh under the Dual Fuel / Monthly Direct Debit / standard-rate option group. Rates range up to 25.657p/kWh across regions for this group. A postcode-level quote is needed to estimate your annual cost.

Fixed Tariff v79 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 24.207 – 27.185 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Dual Fuel Cash / Cheque Yes 14 29.023 – 32.988 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Dual Fuel Monthly Direct Debit No 14 22.827 – 25.657 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Dual Fuel Monthly Direct Debit Yes 14 27.536 – 31.297 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Electricity Cash / Cheque No 14 24.207 – 27.185 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Electricity Cash / Cheque Yes 14 29.023 – 32.988 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Electricity Monthly Direct Debit No 14 22.827 – 25.657 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Electricity Monthly Direct Debit Yes 14 27.536 – 31.297 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Gas Cash / Cheque No 14 – 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Gas Monthly Direct Debit No 14 – 12 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 25.073 47.38 6.141 32.79 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 25.922 46.88 6.240 31.98 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 25.083 43.81 6.392 30.24 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 27.185 65.63 6.319 32.73 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 25.160 50.72 6.239 32.76 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 24.929 57.00 6.285 32.76 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 26.537 48.94 6.267 32.75 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 26.391 57.88 6.374 32.75 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 24.207 53.62 6.364 32.75 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 25.755 46.33 6.258 32.81 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 25.881 43.62 6.262 32.81 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 26.538 49.29 6.538 32.73 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 26.714 52.10 6.680 32.79 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 24.913 55.85 6.328 32.75 12 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 30.373 14.994 47.32 6.141 32.79 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 31.715 14.889 46.83 6.240 31.98 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 31.038 14.087 43.76 6.392 30.24 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 32.988 15.701 65.59 6.319 32.73 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 30.373 15.259 50.66 6.239 32.76 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 29.988 15.226 56.93 6.285 32.76 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 32.019 15.452 48.89 6.267 32.75 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 31.981 15.480 57.81 6.374 32.75 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 29.023 14.616 53.56 6.364 32.75 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 31.209 15.002 46.29 6.258 32.81 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 31.558 14.970 43.58 6.262 32.81 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 32.324 15.408 49.24 6.538 32.73 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 32.631 15.316 52.04 6.680 32.79 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 30.034 15.306 55.78 6.328 32.75 12 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 23.665 39.54 5.808 24.86 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 24.462 38.82 5.902 23.99 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 23.673 36.96 6.045 22.85 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 25.657 57.44 5.977 25.24 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 23.747 42.90 5.900 25.03 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 23.525 48.79 5.946 25.08 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 25.039 41.32 5.927 25.10 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 24.941 49.76 6.034 25.11 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 22.827 45.96 6.025 25.14 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 24.274 38.27 5.920 24.78 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 24.425 35.71 5.915 24.71 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 25.059 41.78 6.189 25.17 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 25.237 43.78 6.325 24.79 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 23.517 47.75 5.987 25.07 12 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 28.854 13.906 39.05 5.808 24.86 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 30.095 13.830 39.27 5.902 23.99 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 29.459 13.075 36.65 6.045 22.85 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 31.297 14.602 56.85 5.977 25.24 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 28.845 14.170 42.71 5.900 25.03 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 28.488 14.120 48.13 5.946 25.08 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 30.391 14.343 40.77 5.927 25.10 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 30.386 14.419 50.84 6.034 25.11 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 27.536 13.560 47.07 6.025 25.14 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 29.572 13.926 38.72 5.920 24.78 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 29.966 13.883 35.91 5.915 24.71 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 30.710 14.304 40.88 6.189 25.17 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 31.033 14.196 44.45 6.325 24.79 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 28.537 14.204 47.28 5.987 25.07 12 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 25.073 47.38 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 25.922 46.88 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 25.083 43.81 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 27.185 65.63 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 25.160 50.72 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 24.929 57.00 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 26.537 48.94 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 26.391 57.88 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 24.207 53.62 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 25.755 46.33 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 25.881 43.62 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 26.538 49.29 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 26.714 52.10 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 24.913 55.85 12 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 30.373 14.994 47.32 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 31.715 14.889 46.83 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 31.038 14.087 43.76 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 32.988 15.701 65.59 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 30.373 15.259 50.66 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 29.988 15.226 56.93 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 32.019 15.452 48.89 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 31.981 15.480 57.81 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 29.023 14.616 53.56 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 31.209 15.002 46.29 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 31.558 14.970 43.58 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 32.324 15.408 49.24 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 32.631 15.316 52.04 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 30.034 15.306 55.78 12 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 23.665 39.54 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 24.462 38.82 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 23.673 36.96 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 25.657 57.44 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 23.747 42.90 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 23.525 48.79 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 25.039 41.32 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 24.941 49.76 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 22.827 45.96 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 24.274 38.27 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 24.425 35.71 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 25.059 41.78 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 25.237 43.78 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 23.517 47.75 12 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 28.854 13.906 39.05 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 30.095 13.830 39.27 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 29.459 13.075 36.65 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 31.297 14.602 56.85 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 28.845 14.170 42.71 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 28.488 14.120 48.13 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 30.391 14.343 40.77 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 30.386 14.419 50.84 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 27.536 13.560 47.07 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 29.572 13.926 38.72 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 29.966 13.883 35.91 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 30.710 14.304 40.88 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 31.033 14.196 44.45 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 28.537 14.204 47.28 12 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 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 0.000 — 12 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 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 0.000 — 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 0.000 — 12 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 v79: 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 v79 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 v79 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 v79 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 v79
Regions shown
14
Page type
Canonical tariff family page

How we assess Fixed Tariff v79

  • 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