Latest Business Electricity Rates

April 2026

⚠️ Market Update – April 2026

Ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly around Iran and key shipping routes such as the Strait of Hormuz, have introduced renewed volatility into global energy markets.

As a result, some UK business energy suppliers have temporarily increased prices or withdrawn quotes, before re-entering the market as wholesale costs stabilise. This has led to short-term fluctuations in both business electricity and gas pricing.

While this does not necessarily mean prices will continue rising, it does highlight how quickly supplier rates can change in the current market.

Businesses approaching renewal may benefit from reviewing their options sooner rather than later, particularly where contracts are due within the next few months.

👉 Read our full market update here

Business electricity prices change regularly, and relying on outdated figures can mean paying far more than you need to.

Below you’ll find our latest business electricity rates, updated regularly to reflect current UK market pricing. These rates are indicative and based on common usage bands, contract lengths and meter types, giving businesses a realistic view of today’s electricity costs.

Final prices can vary depending on your exact meter, annual consumption and location, so the best way to secure an accurate rate is to request a tailored quote.

Current Cheapest Business Electricity Rates (April 2026)

These are the lowest indicative unit rates currently available for each business size, based on typical 1-year fixed contracts. Availability can vary by supplier, meter type and location.

Business Size	Annual Usage (kWh)	Cheapest Business Electricity Unit Rate (p/per kWh)	Compare
Micro business	0 - 4,999	25.74p	Compare Deals
Small business	5,000 - 14,999	24.43p	Compare Deals
Medium business	15,000 - 24,999	24.43p	Compare Deals
Large business	25,000 - 49.999	24.82p	Compare Deals
Very large business	50,000+	Get Bespoke Pricing

Current Average Business Electricity Rates (April 2026)

These figures reflect the average unit rates and standing charges businesses are typically seeing in the current market, giving a useful benchmark for comparison.

Business Size	Annual Usage (kWh)	Average Business Electricity Unit Rate (p/per kWh)	Average Daily Standing Charge (p/day)	Compare
Micro business	0 - 4,999	27.40p	78.27p	Compare Deals
Small business	5,000 - 14,999	27.49p	83.81p	Compare Deals
Medium business	15,000 - 24,999	27.40p	83.81p	Compare Deals
Large business	25,000 - 49.999	27.57p	118.10p	Compare Deals
Very large business	50,000+	Get Bespoke Pricing

Disclaimer: Business electricity prices vary depending on market conditions, contract type, usage, location, and supplier. The figures shown reflect indicative UK 1-year fixed-rate averages based on data from 2nd April 2026. These rates are provided for guidance only. Actual prices will differ from business to business, and we can provide a tailored quotation based on your specific meter details.

Current Business Electricity Supplier Rates (April 2026)

A snapshot of indicative electricity rates from leading UK business energy suppliers, shown for comparison purposes. Supplier pricing varies by usage, region and contract length.

Supplier	Cheapest Business Electricity Day Rate (p/per kWh)	Daily Standing Charge (p/day)	Compare
British Gas	27.28p	60p	Compare Deals
British Gas Lite	27.28p	40p	Compare Deals
Corona Energy	25.58p	100.37p	Compare Deals
EDF	27.80p	75p	Compare Deals
EON Next	27.40p	30.00p	Compare Deals
Scottish Power	Not currently pricing	Not currently pricing	Compare Deals
Smartest Energy	24.43p	82.24p	Compare Deals
SSE	Not currently pricing	Not currently pricing	Compare Deals
Valda Energy	27.86p	78.00p	Compare Deals

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