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UK Household Bills · Q3 2026 cap · Next change 26 Aug
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Last verified 7 July 2026
Q3 2026 Ofgem Rates

Gas Bill Calculator

Calculate your gas bill using official Q3 2026 Ofgem rates.

Three calculation methods: property type, annual usage, or meter readings.

Gas Bill Calculator

Calculate your gas bill using Q3 2026 Ofgem rates: 7.33p/kWh

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Q3 2026 Gas Rates

7.33p
per kWh
29.04p
per day
£949
typical annual bill
Effective 1 April - 30 June 2026 | Based on 11,500 kWh typical usage

Gas Bills by Property Type

1-bed flat
7,500 kWh/year
£55/month
£656/year
2-bed flat
9,000 kWh/year
£64/month
£766/year
2-bed house
10,000 kWh/year
£70/month
£839/year
3-bed house
11,500 kWh/year
£79/month
£949/year
4-bed house
14,000 kWh/year
£94/month
£1132/year
5+ bed house
17,000 kWh/year
£113/month
£1352/year

Converting Meter Readings

UK gas meters measure volume (m³) but bills charge for energy (kWh).

Standard Conversion Formula:
kWh = m³ × 1.02264 × 39.5 ÷ 3.6
  • 1.02264 = Volume correction factor
  • 39.5 = Standard calorific value (MJ/m³)
  • 3.6 = Conversion from MJ to kWh

Payment Method Impact

Direct Debit
Standard price cap rate
0%
Prepayment
Slightly cheaper since 2024 reforms
-2.5%
Standard Credit
Higher due to collection costs
+8%
Gas is one of five household bills. To estimate it alongside electricity, water, council tax and broadband, use the household bills calculator.

Tips for Accurate Calculations

📊 Property Type Method
Best for: Quick estimates and comparisons. Based on typical usage patterns for each property size.
⚡ Annual kWh Method
Best for: Accurate calculations if you know your annual usage from previous bills.
📏 Meter Reading Method
Best for: Most accurate current usage. Use at least 28 days between readings for reliability.