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Standard Variable by British Gas: regional prices, payment types, fuel options & Economy 7

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

  • See the main Standard Variable 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 Standard Variable

Standard Variable 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, Prepayment Meter
  • Regions covered: 14 PES regions
  • Economy 7: available on at least one option group

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.

Compare prices with your postcode

Compare Standard Variable 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 Standard Variable 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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Standard Variable 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 Standard Variable: 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, Prepayment Meter.

  • 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 25.862p/kWh under the Dual Fuel / Prepayment Meter / standard-rate option group. Rates range up to 28.193p/kWh across regions for this group. A postcode-level quote is needed to estimate your annual cost.

Standard Variable 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 28.166 – 30.700 Variable None shown View regional prices
Dual Fuel Cash / Cheque Yes 14 34.311 – 37.716 Variable None shown View regional prices
Dual Fuel Monthly Direct Debit No 14 26.687 – 29.089 Variable None shown View regional prices
Dual Fuel Monthly Direct Debit Yes 14 32.741 – 35.952 Variable None shown View regional prices
Dual Fuel Prepayment Meter No 14 25.862 – 28.193 Variable None shown View regional prices
Dual Fuel Prepayment Meter Yes 14 32.025 – 35.133 Variable None shown View regional prices
Electricity Cash / Cheque No 14 28.166 – 30.700 Variable None shown View regional prices
Electricity Cash / Cheque Yes 14 34.311 – 37.716 Variable None shown View regional prices
Electricity Monthly Direct Debit No 14 26.687 – 29.089 Variable None shown View regional prices
Electricity Monthly Direct Debit Yes 14 32.741 – 35.952 Variable None shown View regional prices
Electricity Prepayment Meter No 14 25.862 – 28.193 Variable None shown View regional prices
Electricity Prepayment Meter Yes 14 32.025 – 35.133 Variable None shown View regional prices
Gas Cash / Cheque No 14 – Variable None shown View regional prices
Gas Monthly Direct Debit No 14 – Variable None shown View regional prices
Gas Prepayment Meter No 14 – Variable None shown 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 28.378 58.33 6.096 42.92 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 29.426 57.71 6.177 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 28.494 54.33 6.348 42.90 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 30.700 79.68 6.256 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 28.483 62.23 6.164 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 28.230 69.48 6.249 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 30.022 60.18 6.208 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 29.933 70.50 6.201 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 28.687 65.62 6.201 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 29.833 57.07 6.135 42.92 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 29.366 53.94 6.320 42.90 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 29.741 60.61 6.431 42.90 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 29.718 63.75 6.473 42.89 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 28.166 68.16 6.214 42.91 Variable None shown 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 34.761 16.592 58.24 6.096 42.92 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 36.421 16.502 57.63 6.177 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 35.360 16.021 54.25 6.348 42.90 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 37.716 17.344 79.57 6.256 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 34.772 16.876 62.13 6.164 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 34.391 16.799 69.37 6.249 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 36.853 16.875 60.10 6.208 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 36.434 17.529 70.40 6.201 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 35.073 16.732 65.52 6.201 42.91 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 36.887 16.611 56.99 6.135 42.92 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 36.270 16.616 53.86 6.320 42.90 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 36.522 17.023 60.53 6.431 42.90 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 36.598 16.753 63.66 6.473 42.89 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 34.311 16.935 68.05 6.214 42.91 Variable None shown 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 26.888 50.17 5.790 34.82 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 27.883 49.33 5.865 34.74 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 26.998 47.11 6.028 35.63 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 29.089 71.01 5.941 35.49 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 26.987 54.08 5.853 35.12 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 26.747 60.93 5.934 35.21 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 28.447 52.22 5.895 35.23 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 28.362 62.07 5.888 35.28 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 27.181 57.62 5.888 35.30 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 28.268 48.66 5.825 34.68 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 27.826 45.70 6.001 34.56 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 28.181 52.75 6.107 35.35 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 28.159 55.11 6.147 34.71 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 26.687 59.72 5.900 35.18 Variable None shown 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 33.171 15.427 49.57 5.790 34.82 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 34.729 15.364 49.65 5.865 34.74 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 33.713 14.919 46.63 6.028 35.63 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 35.952 16.166 70.21 5.941 35.49 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 33.172 15.707 53.67 5.853 35.12 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 32.822 15.617 60.14 5.934 35.21 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 35.154 15.694 51.49 5.895 35.23 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 34.722 16.360 62.89 5.888 35.28 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 33.464 15.562 58.40 5.888 35.30 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 35.178 15.455 49.04 5.825 34.68 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 34.603 15.450 45.73 6.001 34.56 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 34.836 15.841 51.74 6.107 35.35 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 34.926 15.559 55.59 6.147 34.71 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 32.741 15.754 59.05 5.900 35.18 Variable None shown Choose this option

Dual Fuel, Prepayment Meter, 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 26.061 50.17 5.565 34.82 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 27.027 49.33 5.695 34.73 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 26.166 47.10 5.836 35.62 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 28.193 71.01 5.697 35.48 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 26.156 54.08 5.632 35.11 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 25.925 60.93 5.744 35.20 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 27.573 52.22 5.654 35.23 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 27.489 62.06 5.654 35.27 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 26.345 57.61 5.654 35.30 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 27.395 48.66 5.624 34.67 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 26.964 45.70 5.829 34.55 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 27.311 52.74 5.870 35.35 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 27.290 55.10 5.970 34.70 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 25.862 59.71 5.681 35.18 Variable None shown Choose this option

Dual Fuel, Prepayment Meter, 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 32.435 14.553 49.56 5.565 34.82 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 33.947 14.480 49.64 5.695 34.73 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 32.939 14.102 46.63 5.836 35.62 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 35.133 15.278 70.20 5.697 35.48 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 32.424 14.847 53.67 5.632 35.11 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 32.088 14.763 60.13 5.744 35.20 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 34.356 14.816 51.48 5.654 35.23 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 33.926 15.467 62.88 5.654 35.27 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 32.718 14.690 58.40 5.654 35.30 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 34.398 14.553 49.04 5.624 34.67 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 33.831 14.574 45.72 5.829 34.55 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 34.083 14.910 51.73 5.870 35.35 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 34.157 14.648 55.59 5.970 34.70 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 32.025 14.868 59.04 5.681 35.18 Variable None shown 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 28.378 58.33 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 29.426 57.71 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 28.494 54.33 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 30.700 79.68 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 28.483 62.23 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 28.230 69.48 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 30.022 60.18 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 29.933 70.50 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 28.687 65.62 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 29.833 57.07 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 29.366 53.94 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 29.741 60.61 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 29.718 63.75 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 28.166 68.16 Variable None shown 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 34.761 16.592 58.24 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 36.421 16.502 57.63 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 35.360 16.021 54.25 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 37.716 17.344 79.57 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 34.772 16.876 62.13 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 34.391 16.799 69.37 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 36.853 16.875 60.10 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 36.434 17.529 70.40 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 35.073 16.732 65.52 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 36.887 16.611 56.99 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 36.270 16.616 53.86 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 36.522 17.023 60.53 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 36.598 16.753 63.66 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 34.311 16.935 68.05 Variable None shown 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 26.888 50.17 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 27.883 49.33 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 26.998 47.11 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 29.089 71.01 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 26.987 54.08 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 26.747 60.93 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 28.447 52.22 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 28.362 62.07 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 27.181 57.62 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 28.268 48.66 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 27.826 45.70 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 28.181 52.75 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 28.159 55.11 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 26.687 59.72 Variable None shown 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 33.171 15.427 49.57 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 34.729 15.364 49.65 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 33.713 14.919 46.63 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 35.952 16.166 70.21 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 33.172 15.707 53.67 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 32.822 15.617 60.14 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 35.154 15.694 51.49 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 34.722 16.360 62.89 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 33.464 15.562 58.40 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 35.178 15.455 49.04 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 34.603 15.450 45.73 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 34.836 15.841 51.74 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 34.926 15.559 55.59 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 32.741 15.754 59.05 Variable None shown Choose this option

Electricity, Prepayment Meter, 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 26.061 50.17 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 27.027 49.33 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 26.166 47.10 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 28.193 71.01 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 26.156 54.08 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 25.925 60.93 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 27.573 52.22 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 27.489 62.06 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 26.345 57.61 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 27.395 48.66 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 26.964 45.70 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 27.311 52.74 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 27.290 55.10 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 25.862 59.71 Variable None shown Choose this option

Electricity, Prepayment Meter, 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 32.435 14.553 49.56 Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 33.947 14.480 49.64 Variable None shown Choose this option
London 32.939 14.102 46.63 Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 35.133 15.278 70.20 Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 32.424 14.847 53.67 Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 32.088 14.763 60.13 Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 34.356 14.816 51.48 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 33.926 15.467 62.88 Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 32.718 14.690 58.40 Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 34.398 14.553 49.04 Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 33.831 14.574 45.72 Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 34.083 14.910 51.73 Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 34.157 14.648 55.59 Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 32.025 14.868 59.04 Variable None shown 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 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
London 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 0.000 — Variable None shown 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 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
London 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option

Gas, Prepayment Meter, 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 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Eastern 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
London 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Manweb 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Midlands 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Northern 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Norweb 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Scottish Power 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Seeboard 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Southern 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Swalec 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
SWEB 0.000 — Variable None shown Choose this option
Yorkshire 0.000 — Variable None shown 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

No exit fee is currently shown on the records listed, but always confirm 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.

Standard Variable: 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 Standard Variable 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 Standard Variable 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 Standard Variable 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
Standard Variable
Regions shown
14
Page type
Canonical tariff family page

How we assess Standard Variable

  • 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