Energy price cap: How much gas and electricity does a typical household use?

The new energy price cap starting on 1 October is expected to slightly increase gas and electricity prices for households in England, Wales, and Scotland, affecting around 21 million customers. The cap sets the maximum amount customers can be charged for each unit of energy but bills depend on individual usage. Typical households use 11,500 kWh of gas and 2,700 kWh of electricity a year, with prices capped at 6.33p per kWh for gas and 25.73p per kWh for electricity. Understanding your energy consumption, meter readings, and potential fixed-price deals can help manage costs effectively.