Compare gas and electricity prices in Bristol (BS postcodes). Bristol has approximately 190,000 households across a population of around 470,000. The city sits in the South West electricity distribution region served by National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West). Gas is distributed by Wales & West Utilities. 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 (South West), formerly Western Power Distribution — the DNO responsible for all BS postcodes (BS1–BS99) and the wider South West. Power cut helpline: 105. Gas: Wales & West Utilities — operates over 35,000 km of gas pipes across Wales and South West England, serving all BS postcode areas. Gas emergency: 0800 912 1700. Average Bristol gas usage: ~10,800 kWh/year.
Electricity unit rates in the South West distribution region (Ofgem TDCV 2,700 kWh/year): Home Energy Fair Variable — 21.20p/kWh, 58.45p/day standing charge, ~£786/year; Outfox Fix'd 12M — 21.35p/kWh, 58.45p/day, ~£790/year; E.ON Next Fixed 12M — 21.90p/kWh, 58.45p/day, ~£804/year; British Gas Fixed 12M — 22.55p/kWh, 58.45p/day, ~£822/year; Utility Warehouse Fixed Saver — dual-fuel, £50 below the Ofgem Price Cap (£1,663/year), bundle standing charge discount. Gas via Wales & West Utilities: ~6.90p/kWh unit rate, ~27.80p/day standing charge.
Bristol postcodes share a distribution region, but tariff availability and pricing still depend on the address, meter and current offer. Enter your BS postcode, compare fixed and variable options using your usage, and check the expected transfer arrangements with the new supplier.