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Price cap rates in Northern Scotland
Ofgem's price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026, for default tariffs paid by Direct Debit on a single-rate meter. The cap limits the rates, not your total bill.
| Fuel | Unit rate | Daily standing charge | GB average unit rate | GB average standing charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electricity | 26.35p/kWh | 55.14p/day | 26.32p/kWh | 54.83p/day |
| Gas | 7.87p/kWh | 29.87p/day | 7.97p/kWh | 29.68p/day |
Typical yearly cost in Northern Scotland
£1,716.69
Great Britain average
£1,723.61
Rank out of 14 regions
6th lowest
Typical yearly cost uses Ofgem's medium usage of 2,500 kWh of electricity and 9,500 kWh of gas a year, worked out from the rates above. Source: Ofgem price cap rates (opens in a new tab). A benchmark, not a supplier quote. Compare all regions.
Areas covered
The Highlands and Islands, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, Moray, Dundee and Angus and Perth and Kinross. Boundaries follow the electricity network, not council borders.
Electricity network
Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) runs the local network. Not sure of your region? Use the Energy Networks Association postcode finder (opens in a new tab).
Power cut?
Call 105 free from any phone. It connects you to Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN), not your energy supplier.
Compare energy tariffs in Northern Scotland
Choose your region, fuel and payment method. We show Ofgem’s price cap rates as a benchmark, then the verified supplier tariffs that match the same region and payment method.
Ofgem price cap benchmark
Northern Scotland
- Region
- Northern Scotland
- Payment method
- Direct Debit
- Meter basis
- Single-rate credit meter
- Effective period
- 1 October to 31 December 2026
| Fuel | Unit rate | Standing charge |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | 26.35p/kWh | 55.14p/day |
| Gas | 7.87p/kWh | 29.87p/day |
A benchmark, not a supplier quote: the most a supplier can charge per unit and per day on a default (standard variable) tariff covered by the cap. Rates include VAT. Source: Ofgem, effective 1 October to 31 December 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Verified supplier tariffs
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4 tariffs match Northern Scotland, Direct Debit · enter your usage to see estimated costs
Co-op Energy
Co-op 12M Fixed November 2026
Fixed term: 12 months
Fuel Unit rate Standing charge Exit fee Electricity 30.58p/kWh 54.15p/day £50.00 Gas 9.73p/kWh 28.92p/day £50.00 Eligibility: Single-rate domestic tariff; not prepayment. Address, meter and supplier eligibility apply; your bill depends on usage.
Exit fees are charged per fuel if you leave before the fixed term ends.
Checked 9 November 2026 · Co-op Energy website (opens in a new tab)
Get a quote from Co-op Energy (opens in a new tab)Co-op Energy
Co-op 18M Fixed November 2026
Fixed term: 18 months
Fuel Unit rate Standing charge Exit fee Electricity 29.45p/kWh 54.15p/day £75.00 Gas 9.55p/kWh 28.92p/day £75.00 Eligibility: Single-rate domestic tariff; not prepayment. Address, meter and supplier eligibility apply; your bill depends on usage.
Exit fees are charged per fuel if you leave before the fixed term ends.
Checked 9 November 2026 · Co-op Energy website (opens in a new tab)
Get a quote from Co-op Energy (opens in a new tab)Octopus Energy
Octopus 12M Fixed November 2026
Fixed term: 12 months
Fuel Unit rate Standing charge Exit fee Electricity 30.58p/kWh 54.15p/day £50.00 Gas 9.73p/kWh 28.92p/day £50.00 Eligibility: Single-rate domestic tariff; not prepayment. Address, meter and supplier eligibility apply; your bill depends on usage.
Exit fees are charged per fuel if you leave before the fixed term ends.
Checked 9 November 2026 · Octopus Energy website (opens in a new tab)
Get a quote from Octopus Energy (opens in a new tab)Octopus Energy
Octopus 18M Fixed November 2026
Fixed term: 18 months
Fuel Unit rate Standing charge Exit fee Electricity 29.45p/kWh 54.15p/day £75.00 Gas 9.55p/kWh 28.92p/day £75.00 Eligibility: Single-rate domestic tariff; not prepayment. Address, meter and supplier eligibility apply; your bill depends on usage.
Exit fees are charged per fuel if you leave before the fixed term ends.
Checked 9 November 2026 · Octopus Energy website (opens in a new tab)
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Estimates use the rates displayed: annual kWh × unit rate, plus 365 days × standing charge, converted from pence to pounds. Gas and electricity are worked out separately, then added together. Variable rates can change each quarter. Exit fees, discounts or credits are included only where explicitly shown. Rates shown to two decimal places.
Other suppliers — quote needed
We don’t hold verified tariffs from these suppliers, so they aren’t compared above. Their own sites give a quote for your address.
How energy prices work in Northern Scotland
Gas and electricity bills have two parts: a unit rate for each kWh you use and a daily standing charge you pay whatever you use. Both are set region by region, so homes in Northern Scotland pay the Northern Scotland rates rather than a national average.
On a standard variable tariff, Ofgem's price cap sets the most your supplier can charge per unit and per day. It changes every three months, so your bill can go up or down even if you never switch.
Homes in Northern Scotland
Many homes in the Highlands and Islands aren't on the gas network and heat with electricity, oil or LPG. Homes with storage heaters should compare time-of-use tariffs with their supplier, as single-rate prices are only part of the picture.
Our free energy calculators help if you only know your meter readings or your monthly payment, and the fixed vs variable calculator compares a fixed deal with the price cap for your own usage.
Help with energy bills in Northern Scotland
If you're struggling to pay, contact your supplier first — it must work with you on an affordable payment plan. You may qualify for the Warm Home Discount or your supplier's hardship fund, and you can join your supplier's Priority Services Register if you're older, disabled or have a health condition. Our winter energy saving guide lists practical ways to use less.
Frequently asked questions
Which areas are in the Northern Scotland energy region?
Ofgem's Northern Scotland region mainly covers the Highlands and Islands, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, Moray, Dundee and Angus and Perth and Kinross. Its local electricity network is run by Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN). Region boundaries follow the electricity network rather than council borders, so homes near an edge can fall in a neighbouring region — your bill shows which one you're in.
Why are energy prices different in Northern Scotland?
Each region has its own price cap rates, mostly because the cost of running and maintaining the local electricity and gas networks differs. In Northern Scotland the electricity standing charge is 55.14p a day, higher than the Great Britain average of 54.83p.
What does a typical home pay for energy in Northern Scotland?
At the current price cap rates, a home using 2,500 kWh of electricity and 9,500 kWh of gas a year would pay about £1,716.69 a year in Northern Scotland, paying by Direct Debit. Your own bill depends on how much energy you use.
Can I get a cheaper deal than the price cap in Northern Scotland?
Sometimes. Fixed tariffs can cost more or less than the price cap depending on when you switch and how much you use. Enter your usage in the comparison above to see each tariff's yearly cost next to the price cap for your region.
Who do I call in a power cut?
Call 105 — it's free from landlines and mobiles across England, Scotland and Wales, and puts you through to your local network operator, which in Northern Scotland is Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN). Your energy supplier doesn't fix power cuts.
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Price cap figures come from Ofgem and apply to default tariffs paid by Direct Debit on a single-rate meter. Supplier tariffs are dated snapshots of suppliers' own pages, last checked 9 November 2026, not live prices. Confirm rates and terms with the supplier before you switch. CompareDirect is not a credit broker and gives no financial advice.
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