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Enter your postcode to see live business gas quotes for your supply. The average UK business paid 5.28p per kWh for gas in Q2 2026, and the smallest users paid 9.31p. See how your rates compare.

  • Offices, kitchens, hotels, care homes and industry
  • Fixed, flexible and multi-site gas contracts
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Suppliers on our panel include
  • British Gas Business
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  • EDF
  • E.ON Next (Business)
  • ScottishPower Business
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  • Valda Energy
  • Yü Energy
Business gas prices, Q2 2026

What businesses are paying for gas now

A quick benchmark before you compare: the average all-in price UK businesses paid last quarter, by size. For every band and the full history, see business gas prices.

Business gas: average price paid

Q2 2026, provisional
  • Very small businessesUnder 278,000 kWh a year 9.31p/kWh ▲ 6.1%
  • Small businesses278,000 to 2,777,999 kWh 4.86p/kWh ▼ 4.6%
  • Medium businesses2.78 to 27.8 GWh 4.21p/kWh ▼ 6.6%
Every size band and full history Get my gas price

All-in prices including standing charges and Climate Change Levy, excluding VAT. Source: DESNZ Quarterly Energy Prices. Year-on-year change compared with Q2 2025.

Your bill shows a unit rate plus a daily standing charge, so it won't match these all-in figures directly. The cost calculator turns your rates into an all-in price you can compare.

What that could mean for your bill

Illustrative annual cost at the average Q2 2026 price for each size band, before VAT.

  • A small office or salon using 15,000 kWh a year £1,397
  • A restaurant with a busy kitchen using 80,000 kWh a year £7,448
  • A hotel or care home using 400,000 kWh a year £19,440

Real quotes depend on your meter, region, usage and contract length. Small-user gas prices are 4.6% lower than in Q2 2025.

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Suppliers

Business gas suppliers

We compare prices from a panel of UK business energy suppliers. We do not cover every supplier in the market. Our supplier guides cover contact numbers, online accounts, out-of-contract rates and who owns each company.

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Getting a price

How to get a business gas quote

A gas quote is priced against your actual supply point, so three things make it accurate:

  1. Your MPRN. The 6 to 10 digit number that identifies your gas supply. It is on your bill, and our MPRN guide shows where to look if you cannot find it.
  2. Your annual quantity (AQ). The estimate of how much gas your premises uses in a year, in kWh. Suppliers price from it, and it is the figure that decides which size band you fall into.
  3. Your contract end date. Suppliers quote for a contract that starts when your current one ends, so the date shapes the price you are offered.

If you do not have those to hand, enter your postcode anyway: with your permission the comparison looks them up from the industry databases. To check a reading against your bill first, use the gas meter reading converter.

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Contract types

Types of business gas contract

ContractHow it worksBest for
Fixed priceYour unit rate and standing charge stay the same for the whole term, usually one to five years.Businesses that want certainty, especially those with heating-led winter bills.
Fixed with pass-throughThe gas commodity price is fixed; transportation and other non-energy costs are passed through and can change.Larger users who want a sharper headline rate.
FlexibleGas is bought in tranches over time against the wholesale market.High-volume and multi-site users with a buying strategy.
Variable or rollingNo fixed term; the price can change with notice.Short-term needs while you arrange a fixed contract.
Carbon-offset or biomethaneStandard gas with offsets, or gas matched to green gas certificates.Businesses reporting on emissions or with green targets.
Deemed or out-of-contractWhat you pay with no contract in place. Usually far more expensive.No one. Agree a contract quickly.
Meters

Business gas meters and how your kWh are worked out

Knowing your meter and annual usage makes gas quotes accurate first time.

Your MPRN

The meter point reference number identifies your gas supply. It's on your bill, usually 6 to 10 digits. Find your MPRN.

Annual quantity

The industry estimate of how much gas your site uses in a year, in kWh. Suppliers use it to price your contract, so check it looks right.

From cubic metres to kWh

kWh = volume in m³ × correction factor (1.02264) × calorific value ÷ 3.6. Imperial meters read in hundreds of cubic feet, so the volume is converted to m³ first.

Switching

How to switch business gas supplier

  1. Check your end date and notice terms. Your bill or contract shows when your deal ends and whether you must give written notice to stop it rolling over.
  2. Find your MPRN and annual usage. Both are on your bill. With your permission the comparison can look them up.
  3. Compare in good time. Many suppliers will quote months ahead for a contract starting when yours ends, so you're not forced onto renewal rates.
  4. Compare the full cost. Unit rate, standing charge, term and broker fee together, over a year of your real usage.
  5. Agree and switch. The new supplier arranges everything. Your gas keeps flowing throughout.

Microbusiness? If you use no more than 293,000 kWh of gas a year, or have fewer than 10 employees and turnover or balance sheet of no more than £2 million, you're a microbusiness and get extra protections. What that means for you.

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Live market tracker

Is now a good time to fix your business gas?

Gas contract prices follow the wholesale gas market closely. Here's the daily System Average Price over the last two years.

Wholesale gas, 30-day average to 31 Oct 2026

7.27p/kWh

Rising

Wholesale gas prices have risen 13.0% over the last 30 days and are above their 12-month average (+73%).

Wholesale gas, 7-day rolling average, last 24 months 2 4 6 8 10 NovJan 25MarMayJulSepNovJan 26MarMayJulSep 8.36 Wholesale gas, 7-day rolling average, last 24 months 2 4 6 8 10 Jan 25Jul 25Jan 26Jul 26 8.36

p/kWh

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DateWholesale gas (p/kWh)
31 Oct 20268.36
30 Oct 20268.29
29 Oct 20268.16
28 Oct 20268.04
27 Oct 20267.88
26 Oct 20267.76
25 Oct 20267.68
24 Oct 20267.58
23 Oct 20267.44
22 Oct 20267.38
21 Oct 20267.33
20 Oct 20267.31
19 Oct 20267.28
18 Oct 20267.19
17 Oct 20267.07
16 Oct 20266.96
15 Oct 20266.85
14 Oct 20266.75
13 Oct 20266.62
12 Oct 20266.51
11 Oct 20266.41
10 Oct 20266.38
9 Oct 20266.35
8 Oct 20266.29
7 Oct 20266.25
6 Oct 20266.21
5 Oct 20266.17
4 Oct 20266.18
3 Oct 20266.17
2 Oct 20266.15
1 Oct 20266.14
30 Sep 20266.18
29 Sep 20266.20
28 Sep 20266.22
27 Sep 20266.27
26 Sep 20266.33
25 Sep 20266.40
24 Sep 20266.49
23 Sep 20266.51
22 Sep 20266.58
21 Sep 20266.64
20 Sep 20266.71
19 Sep 20266.74
18 Sep 20266.75
17 Sep 20266.77
16 Sep 20266.82
15 Sep 20266.83
14 Sep 20266.80
13 Sep 20266.69
12 Sep 20266.61
11 Sep 20266.55
10 Sep 20266.44
9 Sep 20266.31
8 Sep 20266.24
7 Sep 20266.19
6 Sep 20266.11
5 Sep 20265.99
4 Sep 20265.87
3 Sep 20265.79
2 Sep 20265.73

What this means for your renewal

Wholesale gas prices have been climbing. New fixed contracts are priced from forward wholesale costs, so quotes tend to follow the market. If your contract ends in the next six months, it's worth getting quotes now: many suppliers will quote for a contract that starts when your current one ends, so you can lock in a price early.

This describes what has already happened in the market. It is not a forecast. Charts show a 7-day average of daily prices, updated every morning.

Understanding your bill

What makes up a business gas bill?

Unit rate

The price per kWh of gas you use. Wholesale gas is the biggest part of it, alongside network costs, the supplier's costs and margin, and any broker commission.

Standing charge

A fixed daily charge for your gas supply, including metering. Sites that use little gas outside winter should weigh it carefully against the unit rate.

Transportation costs

Charges for the national transmission system and your local gas distribution network, built into your rates. They vary by network area and by the size of your supply.

Climate Change Levy

0.801p per kWh on gas from 1 April 2026. Domestic-level users and charities using gas for non-business purposes don't pay it.

VAT

20% standard rate, or 5% if you use no more than 145 kWh a day on average, or 4,397 kWh a month. The temporary zero rate from October 2026 does not cover gas.

Conversion to kWh

Your meter reads cubic metres or feet. Suppliers convert this to kWh using the gas's calorific value and a correction factor, both shown on your bill.

FAQs

Business gas FAQs

What is the average business gas price per kWh?

UK businesses paid an average of 5.28p per kWh for gas in Q2 2026, including the Climate Change Levy but not VAT (DESNZ). The smallest gas users, using under 278,000 kWh a year, paid 9.31p. These averages include standing charges spread across the units used.

Why do small businesses pay more per kWh for gas?

Standing charges and metering costs are spread over fewer units, and smaller users have less buying power. In Q2 2026 the smallest gas users paid 9.31p per kWh on average, compared with 4.86p for the next band up.

How is business gas measured and billed?

Your meter measures gas by volume, in cubic metres or cubic feet. Your supplier converts that into kWh using the calorific value of the gas and a volume correction factor, then bills you per kWh. Both figures should appear on your bill.

Do I pay VAT on business gas?

Business gas is charged at the standard 20% VAT rate unless it qualifies for relief. You can pay 5% if you use no more than 145 kWh a day on average, or 4,397 kWh a month, or if the gas is for charitable non-business use or domestic use. The temporary zero rate from October 2026 applies to electricity only, not gas. More on VAT on business energy.

Is there a Climate Change Levy on gas?

Yes. From 1 April 2026 the Climate Change Levy on gas is 0.801p per kWh, rising to 0.827p from 1 April 2027. Businesses with a Climate Change Agreement get a 89% discount on gas.

What is an MPRN?

Your MPRN (meter point reference number) identifies your gas supply point. It is usually 6 to 10 digits long and printed on your gas bill. Giving it when you ask for quotes helps suppliers price your supply accurately. How to find your MPRN.

Can I get business gas and electricity from the same supplier?

Yes, many suppliers offer both, but a dual fuel deal isn't always cheaper. Business gas and electricity are usually separate contracts, so it often pays to compare each fuel on its own and line up the end dates.

What happens to my gas supply when I switch?

Nothing changes physically. Your local gas network keeps delivering gas through the same pipes and meter. Only the company that bills you changes.

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