British Gas Lite Out of Contract Rates – New Prices from October 2025
British Gas Lite Out of Contract Rates 2025
Your variable price plan charges
If your fixed-rate contract has ended and you haven't switched, you're on their Variable Price Plan. Rates can change with 30 days' notice. Most businesses save up to 70% by locking into fixed rates.
What This Means for Your Business
If your fixed-rate contract with British Gas Lite has ended and you haven't switched to a new supplier or plan, you're now on their Variable Price Plan (VPP). This means your energy rates can change with 30 days' notice and aren't locked in like a fixed contract. Most businesses save up to 70% by switching to fixed rates at the right time.
💡 British Gas Lite Energy Rates
| Energy Type / Band | Standing Charge | Unit Rate | Change from Previous |
|---|---|---|---|
| ⚡ Electricity (Non Half-Hourly) | 194.26p per day | 30.24p per kWh | ↓ -3.5% |
| 🔥 Gas (0–73,199 kWh/year) | 189.30p per day | 6.33p per kWh | ↑ +16.2% |
| 🔥 Gas (73,200–732,000 kWh/year) | 784.08p per day | 7.05p per kWh | ↑ +14.8% |
| Energy Type / Band | Standing Charge | Unit Rate |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡ Electricity (Non Half-Hourly) | 208.26p per day | 31.32p per kWh |
| 🔥 Gas (0–73,199 kWh/year) | 180.41p per day | 5.45p per kWh |
| 🔥 Gas (73,200–732,000 kWh/year) | 787.23p per day | 6.14p per kWh |
*Prices exclude VAT and Climate Change Levy (CCL). These are applied at prevailing rates. Profile classes 01–04 are standard for small-to-medium businesses with non-half-hourly meters.
British Gas Lite's Variable Price Plan rates are tiered by gas consumption band. From October 1st 2025, watch for a significant gas price increase (+16.2% for smaller users) while electricity sees a slight decrease (-3.5%).
| Period | Product | Standing Charge (p/day) | Unit Rate (p/kWh) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr–Sep 2025 | Electricity NHH | 208.26p | 31.32p | Standard non-half-hourly |
| Oct 2025+ | Electricity NHH | 194.26p | 30.24p | ↓ -3.5% |
| Apr–Sep 2025 | Gas 0–73,199 kWh/yr | 180.41p | 5.45p | Small to medium users |
| Oct 2025+ | Gas 0–73,199 kWh/yr | 189.30p | 6.33p | ↑ +16.2% |
| Apr–Sep 2025 | Gas 73,200–732,000 kWh/yr | 787.23p | 6.14p | Larger commercial users |
| Oct 2025+ | Gas 73,200–732,000 kWh/yr | 784.08p | 7.05p | ↑ +14.8% |
These rates can change with 30 days' written notice. All prices exclude VAT and CCL (Climate Change Levy).
📋 Key Takeaways
- Electricity rates decrease slightly from October (31.32p to 30.24p/kWh), but standing charges also drop
- Gas rates increase significantly from October (+16.2% for small users), adding to winter heating costs
- These are variable rates — they can change again with 30 days' notice
- VAT and CCL apply on top — these vary by region and government rates
- Most businesses pay up to 70% more on variable than fixed — locking in rates could save thousands annually
💰 How Much Could You Be Overpaying?
Out-of-contract rates with British Gas Lite are premium prices with no price protection. Depending on your consumption, location, meter type, and the current market, you could be paying up to 70% more than a fixed-rate deal.
For example: A business on BG Lite's VPP could spend an extra £3,000–£8,000+ annually compared to locking a fixed rate today. The exact amount depends on your annual consumption (kWh), gas vs electricity split, location (DUoS charges), and current wholesale rates.
You're Paying More Than Necessary
Variable price plans are designed to increase over time — that's how suppliers protect themselves against market swings. If you've been on British Gas Lite's VPP for more than a few months, you're almost certainly paying 20-50% more than businesses with comparable fixed-rate contracts. From October, gas costs will rise another 14–16%, making the urgency to switch even greater.
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Get Your Free Quote❌ Why Being Out of Contract Costs Thousands
When your British Gas Lite fixed-term contract ends, you don't continue on the same rates. Instead, you're automatically rolled onto their Variable Price Plan — which is significantly more expensive than current market fixed-rate deals.
No commitment = no incentive
Without a contract locking you in, they have no reason to offer competitive rates. They know most businesses won't act immediately or won't realise how much they're overpaying.
Customer inertia works in their favour
They bank on businesses staying put, especially those satisfied with the service or too busy to switch.
Rates can change at any time with 30 days' notice
Your out-of-contract rates aren't fixed and can increase based on market conditions — often with minimal warning.
For every month you wait, money drains away
Delaying 3–6 months on VPP can cost £500–£2,000+ more than if you'd locked in a fixed deal today.
💰 What Are You Actually Paying?
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⚠️ Remember: These are variable rates that can change with 30 days' notice. Locking a fixed rate now could save you thousands annually.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Check your latest British Gas Lite bill for the tariff name. If it says "Variable Price Plan" (VPP) or doesn't mention a fixed contract end date, you're on their out-of-contract rates. You can also log into your British Gas Lite business account online. If your contract ended and you didn't actively choose a new one, you've been automatically moved to VPP.
Absolutely! Being out of contract means you're free to switch at any time with no exit fees or penalties. In fact, this is the perfect time to switch because you're not locked in. The switching process typically takes 2–5 days, and your energy supply won't be interrupted. Your electricity and gas flows through the same National Grid system, so you'll continue receiving power without any break.
Most businesses save between 15-30% when switching from out-of-contract rates to a competitive fixed contract. In exceptional cases, savings can reach 50-70% depending on your consumption profile, meter type, and location. With British Gas Lite's October rate increase (gas up 16%), savings potential is even greater if you lock in now. For a typical SME, this translates to £2,000–£8,000+ per year. The exact savings depend on your usage, location, meter type, and current market rates. Get a live quote to see your personalised savings.
Yes. Out-of-contract Variable Price Plans are variable and can change with 30 days' written notice. There's no price protection, so British Gas Lite can increase your rates whenever they choose (within Ofgem regulations). You've already seen this happen on October 1st, 2025 — gas rates jumped 16% for small users. This is why staying on VPP long-term is risky — your costs could keep climbing without warning. Fixing a contract now removes this uncertainty and locks your rates.
No, your energy supply is never interrupted when switching suppliers. The switch happens behind the scenes through the National Grid system. You'll continue receiving electricity and gas without any disruption. The only changes you'll notice are lower bills and correspondence from your new supplier instead of British Gas Lite. You'll receive final bills and meter readings as part of the handover process.
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