One of the major barriers business owners face when it comes to switching to a new energy deal is the time it takes to compare business electricity prices. Not only do you need to get a separate quote for gas and electricity, the only way to make sure you’re on the best rates is to compare the standing charges and business electricity prices per kwh from each individual supplier – a far cry from the relative ease of simply choosing from a set of predefined tariffs when switching domestic energy.
It’s not all bad news though, as this bespoke service means you can be safe in the knowledge your tariff will be suited to the consumption needs of your business. And comparing business energy with Uswitch for Business means you’ll save both time and money, as our energy experts can quickly compare commercial gas prices per kwh to find you a better deal in minutes.
A quick call is all it takes to compare quotes from a range of suppliers to find out who has the cheapest electricity per kWh for your business. But before you get in touch, it’s a good idea to know roughly how much energy a business the size of yours should be using, and how much it can expect to pay.
The table below shows the industry average electricity and gas cost per kWh, as well as standing charges, based on business size.
Average electricity price per kWh and usage figures
| Business size | Annual usage | Price per kWh | Standing charge | Avg. annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro business | 5,000 - 15,000 | 14.4p - 15.9p | 23p - 29p | £900 - £2,244 |
| Small business | 15,000 - 25,000 | 14.3p - 15.1p | 23p - 28p | £2,367 - £3,660 |
| Medium business | 25,000 - 50,000 | 14.3p - 14.7p | 23p - 27p | £3,774 - £7,234 |
Average gas rate per kWh and usage figures
| Business size | Annual usage | Price per kWh | Standing charge | Avg. annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro business | 5,000 - 15,000 | 5p - 5.1p | 19p - 25p | £400 - £820 |
| Small business | 15,000 - 30,000 | 4.5p - 5p | 19p - 25p | £820 - £1458 |
| Medium business | 30,000 - 65,000 | 4.3p - 4.5p | 24p - 25p | £1458 - £2239 |
Please note: The figures given above are based on industry averages and are only intended as a guide. It’s worth remembering that many contributing factors can impact the amount that you pay for your business electricity, including consumption habits and the location of your business premises.
Large businesses, or those with a high energy demand, are metered and billed differently to smaller or less energy-intensive operations. For more information, check out our Energy guide for large businesses.
If you’re paying above the average prices for electricity or gas per kwh, there’s a good chance you could cut your business gas bills and electricity bills by running a business energy comparison.
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