Compare gas and electricity prices in Birmingham (B postcodes). Birmingham has approximately 440,000 households across a population of around 1.14 million. The city sits in the West Midlands electricity distribution region served by National Grid Electricity Distribution (West Midlands). Gas is distributed by Cadent Gas (West Midlands). Your choice of energy supplier does not change the physical infrastructure; the supplier should confirm transfer arrangements and timing, while physical supply normally continues.
Electricity: National Grid Electricity Distribution (West Midlands), formerly Western Power Distribution — the DNO responsible for all B postcodes (B1–B98) and the wider West Midlands. Power cut helpline: 105. Gas: Cadent Gas (West Midlands) — operates gas mains and pipes across all B postcode areas. Gas emergency: 0800 111 999. Average Birmingham gas usage: ~11,200 kWh/year.
Electricity unit rates in the West Midlands distribution region (Ofgem TDCV 2,700 kWh/year): Home Energy Fair Variable — 22.36p/kWh, 61.64p/day standing charge, ~£823/year; Outfox Fix'd 12M — 22.55p/kWh, 61.64p/day, ~£828/year; E.ON Next Fixed 12M — 23.10p/kWh, 61.64p/day, ~£845/year; British Gas Fixed 12M — 23.75p/kWh, 61.64p/day, ~£863/year; Utility Warehouse Fixed Saver — dual-fuel, £50 below the Ofgem Price Cap (£1,663/year), bundle standing charge discount. Gas via Cadent West Midlands: ~6.98p/kWh unit rate, ~28.35p/day standing charge.
Birmingham postcodes share a distribution region, but tariff availability and pricing still depend on the address, meter and current offer. Enter your B postcode, compare fixed and variable options using your usage, and check the expected transfer arrangements with the new supplier.