But while the cost per unit of energy is falling, the standing charge is creeping up from £303 to £334 a year for most of us.It covers operational costs, including maintaining the network of wires, pipes and cables essential for delivering power to your doorstep, which firms say has become more expensive.
He adds: “Regions with more rural locations may pay a higher amount due to the higher price of the necessary infrastructure.” A spokesperson for Energy UK said: “If you were to switch these costs to the ‘per unit’ charges, then those customers disadvantaged by the current system, such as low usage households, would benefit.
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