Standard Variable Tariff

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

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Direct debit supported Standard tariffCash supported
Contract length
4 months
Electricity code
XZL
Gas code
YZL

Tariff overview

Standard Variable Tariff is a standard variable tariff from British Gas. It was released on 1 April 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
4 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: 44.83p to 70.78p

Direct debit unit rate: 23.67p to 26.19p

Cash standing charge: 52.12p to 79.61p

Cash unit rate: 24.99p to 27.65p

Gas

Regions listed: 14

Direct debit standing charge: 28.56p to 29.60p

Direct debit unit rate: 5.60p to 5.94p

Cash standing charge: 36.70p to 36.73p

Cash unit rate: 5.90p to 6.26p

Multi-rate electricity

Regions listed: 14

Direct debit standing charge: 44.41p to 69.99p

Direct debit day rate: 28.40p to 31.63p

Direct debit night rate: 13.55p to 14.49p

Cash day rate: 29.73p to 33.17p

Cash night rate: 14.58p to 15.57p

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