The energy price cap is forecast to reach almost £2,000 in January

Price caps implemented for typical levels of consumption, direct debit accounts

Energy use for the average household is set to be lowered from October 2026

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Guardian graphicSource: Ofgem, Cornwall Insight. Note: Ofgem's introduced a new methodology in July 2026 assuming an average household consumes about 7% less electricity and 17% less gas than in previous reviews up to October 2023