British Gas in Methil in 2021
Everything about British Gas and what they offer customers of Methil
Last update: September 2021
Whether you're moving to Methil or if you've already been a proud Methil inhabitant inhabitant for several years, we're here to help you get the best energy deal available. On this page we've outlined all the information you need about switching over to British Gas in Fife.
British Gas is the largest energy supplier in the UK and has been since 1986. They have a pretty big range of tariffs available; from dual fuel to green energy. So, if you want to join the 13 million others who are currently fuelled by British Gas when you move over to Methil, you've come to the right place.
What rates and tariffs does British Gas offer?
British gas offers a wide variety of tariffs to their customers: they offer four fixed tariffs, one variable tariff, and one prepay tariff. In addition, they offer dual energy, single electricity, and single gas plans. How to decide which tariff is best for you depends on many factors like your energy usage and location, for example.
At Switch Plan, we understand that choosing the right energy supplier can be confusing. That is why we are here to help. We can help you find a tariff that best suits you needs, all you have to do is give us a call at the number on the top of the screen!
Dual Rate Tariffs for British gas in Methil
If you have an Economy 7 meter, British Gas offers a specific tariff for you. Like most Big 6 suppliers, British Gas offers an Economy 7 tariff of 18.85 per kWh during the day and 10.83 kWh during the night. In the table below, we will go more into detail about what British Gas has to offer regarding Economy 7 tariffs.
Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price (direct debit)
price/kWh |
Standing Charge (direct debit)
price/kWh |
Unit Price (cash payment)
price/kWh |
Standing Charge (cash payment)
price/day |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Variable | Variable | 16.755 p
| 22.402 p
| 17.65 p
| 26.608 p
|
Energy with Boiler Cover | 18 months fixed | 16.755 p
| 21.919 p
| 17.65 p
| 26.125 p
|
Green Future | 24 months fixed | 16.755 p
| 26.576 p
| 17.65 p
| 30.782 p
|
Electric Drivers Energy Plan | 18 months fixed | /
| /
| /
| /
|
Home Energy Secure | 24 months fixed | 16.755 p
| 21.88 p
| 17.65 p
| 26.086 p
|
Safeguard PAYG | Variable | 16.57 p
| 27.15 p
| /
| /
|
Gas Plans for British Gas in Methil
British Gas offers the following gas plans:
Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price (direct debit)
price/kWh |
Standing Charge (direct debit)
price/kWh |
Unit Price (cash payment)
price/kWh |
Standing Charge (cash payment)
price/day |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Variable | Variable | 3.442 p
| 23.6 p
| 3.626 p
| 27.937 p
|
Energy with Boiler Cover | 18 months fixed | 3.274 p
| 22.686 p
| 3.454 p
| 27.023 p
|
Green Future | 24 months fixed | 3.274 p
| 27.343 p
| 3.454 p
| 31.68 p
|
Electric Drivers Energy Plan | 18 months fixed | 3.442 p
| 23.6 p
| 3.626 p
| 27.937 p
|
Home Energy Secure | 24 months fixed | 3.274 p
| 22.647 p
| 3.454 p
| 26.984 p
|
Safeguard PAYG | Variable | 3.309 p
| 34.61 p
| /
| /
|
British Gas' Electricity Plans in Methil
In the table below, you will find the electricity rates that British Gas offers:
Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price (direct debit)
price/kWh |
Standing Charge (direct debit)
price/kWh |
Unit Price (cash payment)
price/kWh |
Standing Charge (cash payment)
price/day |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Variable | Variable | 16.755 p
| 22.402 p
| 17.65 p
| 26.608 p
|
Energy with Boiler Cover | 18 months fixed | 16.755 p
| 21.919 p
| 17.65 p
| 26.125 p
|
Green Future | 24 months fixed | 16.755 p
| 26.576 p
| 17.65 p
| 30.782 p
|
Electric Drivers Energy Plan | 18 months fixed | /
| /
| /
| /
|
Home Energy Secure | 24 months fixed | 16.755 p
| 21.88 p
| 17.65 p
| 26.086 p
|
Safeguard PAYG | Variable | 16.57 p
| 27.15 p
| /
| /
|
British Gas’ green energy plans in Methil
British gas offers green tariffs’ however, their gas and electricity does not come from sustainable sources. Rather, the Renewable Guarantees of Origin, or REGOS, that fund sustainable energy in the UK.
British Gas’ greenest plan is called ‘green future’ and it costs a few more pounds , but this is what it offers:
- 6% of the gas you use is matched by British Gas and sent back to the grid (through REGOs).
- 94% of the gas you use with Green Future will be offset.
- 100% of the electricity you use is matched by British Gas and sent back to the grid.
- 5 trees will be grown in the UK per unit of fuel you use on the Green Future tariff.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does 1 kWh cost on average with British Gas?
On average 1 kWh for British Gas rings out to be 16.755 p.
Does British Gas supply smart energy meters?
Of course. And they’re free to install as part of the government’s 2020 smart meter rollout. Just like the cost of the meters you have now or any cost of delivering energy to you, all form part of your bill. So, having a smart meter won't cost any more than your current meter.
How to set-up your British Gas contract in Methil?
You may have just moved to Methil, the 6th biggest city of your Fife or you are simply fed up of overpaying for your energy. Whatever the reason, switching is way easier than it seems. Especially if you trust your devoted Switch Plan friends with your switch. Three steps to this very simple process:
Step 1: Gather some info Some key information our experts will need to better estimate your consumption habits and guide you knowingly to the best options available: * Your postal code * A recent energy bill received within the last 90 days * Your Meter Point Reference Number (MPRN)
Step 2: Call Switch Plan Pick up your phone and call us on switched energy suppliers.
How can I get in touch with British Gas in Methil?
Contacting British Gas is fairly easy. For existing customers of British Gas, the number you should ring is 0333 202 9802. They also provide their customers with an app where you can complete numerous process, such as submitting meter readings, booking a utility service, paying your bills, etc.
However, if you are looking for more information about tariffs, energy suppliers, or who to switch to, you can contact us! Our experts are ready to help. All you need to do is give us a call at 0330 054 0018
Enquiries that you may have regarding your existing account, such as querying a bill or changing the way you pay your bills.
Open from 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday.
For all queries related to Pay As You Go billing: topping up, changing from pay as you go to direct debit and using emergency credit.
8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday.
If you have a complaint that you would like resolved or acknowledged by British Gas.
8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday
Or send an email to: customercomplaints@britishgas.co.uk
Complaints specifically related to Pay As You Go tariffs.
8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday
Complaints number and address that are separate from the complaints service for gas and electricity customers
24 hours a day, seven days a week
Cover for any breakdowns or repairs needed for your boiler and central heating system, as well as annual servicing and even electrical appliance repairs.
24 hours a day, seven days a week
24 hours a day, seven days a week
8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday
Buying, installing or replacing a British Gas boiler
Monday to Friday from 8am-8pm or Saturday from 8am-6pm
Number to call to help you set up your new home if you want to continue to receive your energy from British Gas
If you're not a British Gas customer but you want to find out more about their energy tariffs
8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturdays
To get a quote to potentially switch your business energy to British Gas
If you currently use British Gas Business to supply energy to your company premises and you want to speak to someone about your business energy account
Monday to Friday from 8am-6pm or Saturday from 9am-1pm
How is British Gas’ customer service?
Customer service is definitely one of the factors that you should be looking into when switching energy suppliers. At Switch Plan, we believe it is important for our customers to know what the British Gas reviews are. As a matter of fact, most of British Gas’ customers are very loyal to the supplier: 14 percent of their customers have been with the supplier for over 20 years. And, according to Truspilot, this is what 47,609 customers think about British Gas: * 22,435 (47%) were rated “Excellent” * 7,387 (16%) were rated “Great” * 3,775 (8%) were rated “Average” * 2,666 (6%) were rated “Poor” * 11,346 (24%) were rated “Bad”.
If you would like to know more information about British Gas, we have an extensive article on British Gas reviews so that you get all the information that you need.
How do British Gas tariffs compare in Methil?
British Gas are not just the most well-known name of the UK energy industry. They are still the energy supplier with the most customers in the country thanks to a long-time aquired reputation but also some interesting tariffs.
Discover how these compare to the rest of the market and notably the big 6 here.
British Gas vs the Energy Price Cap
With these estimates in mind, we can now ask ourselves how to position these tariffs vs the government established "Energy Price Cap". As a reminder the energy price cap is a tool for controlling the cost of gas and electricity in the UK. It is wielded by industry regulator Ofgem and serves customers who rarely or never change energy tariffs. The headline rate changes twice a year and is expressed as an annual cost in pounds. It is based on a typical consumer (TDCV) using a ‘medium’ amount of gas and electricity each year (12,000 kWh for Gas, 2,900 kWh for Electricity).
Note that this cap is far from being unique. Indeed the EPC varies depending on your location but also on the type of tariff you are on. There is therefore a default tariff cap (or safeguard tariff) for the standard variable tariff, the prepayment meter cap for the four million prepayment customers in the UK and the "other payment method" cap for alternative billing methods. Each of those exist for electricity, gas and E7.
Please find in the table bellow, the current Energy Price Cap for South Scotland as it has been established from October 2021 to April 2022:
Fuel Type | Standard Credit Price Cap | Prepayment Price Cap | Other Payment Methods Price Cap |
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Electricity | £ 689.1241935 | £ 648.8703226 | £ 644.0619355 | Gas | £ 589.81 | £ 573.71 | £ 549.15 |
In this second table you will find the equivalent tariffs for E7. We separated them because these are based on the E7 TDCV which is slightly higher with an average electric consumption of 4,200 kWh (vs 2,900 kWh).
Fuel Type | Standard Credit Price Cap | Prepayment Price Cap | Other Payment Methods Price Cap |
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Electricity | £ 910.84 | £ 858.53 | £ 854.13 |
Studying the average consumption in Methil
Who is the main supplier of energy to the inhabitants Methil?
The largest energy supplier in Methil, South Scotland, and Fife is Scottish Power. This is driven by customer loyalty of to Scottish Power in the counties’ most populous cities such as Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy and Glenrothes.
Choosing your energy supplier is your decision , however our experts at Switch Plan are always here to help you find out any information you might need. If you are having any doubts, go on and give our experts a call at the number on the top of this screen.
What's the typical energy usage in Fife?
According to 2018 Government data, we are able to estimate that the average Methil inhabitant household consumes 3,233.71 kWh a year. The median consumption of that same household would be 2,866.46 kWh.
What’s the average price per kWh in Methil and how does it compare?
The average price per kWh for British Gas’ standard variable tariff is 16.755 p per kWh with a standing charge of 22.402 p per day. In comparison the local average price per kWh is 10.6 p per kWh. An average price in Methil that is actually 0.38% less than the national average.
How are the houses built in Methil?
How are the houses built in Methil? Well, the 0.37 inhabitants of Methil usually have houses build as such:
- Central Heating: 127 people do not have central heating in their homes. The ratio for this would be ratio_no_central_heating per household.
- Electric Central Heating: Out of the people that live in Methil, $City. electric_central_heating of them have electric central heating in their homes. The ratio for this would be 4.39% per household.
- Gas Central heating: Out of the 15,946 households that are located in Methil, 14853 of them have gas central heating. The ratio for this would be ratio_gas_central_heating per household.
- Oil Central Heating: Out of the people living in Methil, 265 have oil central heating systems. The ratio for this would be 1.66%.
Methil's local gas & electricity distribution
How does gas and electricity reach your home? Well, in the UK, there are two organisations responsible for that. The country's wouldn't run like it does without the District Network Operators and the Gas Distribution network. Their role is to take energy from the national supply and make sure that it reaches your home. In this section, we will explain what function these companies serve in the UK energy market and when is a good time to contact them.
How can I contact my energy distributors in Methil?
If you are looking for more information on how to get in contact with your Distribition Network Provider (DNP), our table provides you with all the information that you need.
Company Name | Company Number |
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Fife $distribution_network_operator General Number | $dno_general_number |
Fife $distribution_network_operator Emergency Number | $dno_emergency |
Fife $gas_distributor Number | $gas_distributor_number |
Who distributes electricity in Methil?
Wondering who distributes your electricity for Methil? To find out, you should call your local District Network Operator (DNO) to find out. However, we have that information for you right now, so there is no need to go searching the internet to find your local DNO’s number. In Methil your DNO is Scottish Power Energy Networks.

For additional information about your DNO, Check out our guide here: District Network Operator (DNO).
What should I do in case of a power cut?
The first thing to do in a power cut is not to panic. Although they don't happen as often as they used to, the power will likely return to normal within houses. If you are worried about what measures you should take in the event of a power cut, we offer an extensive guide that you can check out on our website: What to do in a Power Cut
However, in this section, we will run you by the basics: * Don’t open the fridge- It is best to keep your food as cold as possible in order to keep it from spoiling. So, do your best to only open the fridge when necessary. * Don't flush the toilet- when the power is off, it is easy for your sewage to get backed up in your house.