UK Energy Bills Expected to Climb Again in 2026

A typical UK household's yearly energy bill is forecast to rise about £66 to £1,729 from October 2026 — the highest since mid-2023. The price cap, a government limit on what suppliers can charge, is climbing because wholesale gas prices are near four-year highs. War in the Middle East and European heatwaves squeezing power grids are driving the increase. Another rise is expected January 2027.