Standard Variable

Tariff details for British Gas, including contract notes, price ranges and the supporting metadata we currently hold.

Direct debit supported Standard tariffCash supported
Contract length
3 months
Electricity code
XZK
Gas code
YZK

Tariff overview

Standard Variable is a standard variable tariff from British Gas. It was released on 30 June 2026. Unlike a fixed deal, the rates on this type of tariff can change over time, so it is usually worth checking it regularly if you want to keep an eye on value. If you are currently on this tariff, the key things to review are your latest rates, your monthly payment, and whether a better option may now be available.

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Contract snapshot

Contract length
3 months
Exit fee
£Not listed
Smart meter
Not required or not listed
Cash payments
Supported

Price ranges by region

These summaries show the range of rates we currently hold across regions, rather than one national figure.

Electricity

Regions listed: 14

Direct debit standing charge: 44.79p to 70.76p

Direct debit unit rate: 25.10p to 27.66p

Cash standing charge: 52.13p to 79.63p

Cash unit rate: 26.50p to 29.20p

Gas

Regions listed: 14

Direct debit standing charge: 28.53p to 29.52p

Direct debit unit rate: 7.19p to 7.52p

Cash standing charge: 36.68p to 36.70p

Cash unit rate: 7.57p to 7.92p

Multi-rate electricity

Regions listed: 14

Direct debit standing charge: 44.35p to 69.94p

Direct debit day rate: 30.23p to 33.55p

Direct debit night rate: 14.19p to 15.14p

Cash day rate: 31.66p to 35.19p

Cash night rate: 15.26p to 16.28p

Terms

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