Average bills for a one-bed flat in the UK: gas, electricity, water, Council Tax and broadband costs for 2026 - plus how to check you're not overpaying.

The Energy Secretary Ed Miliband is looking at decoupling energy bills from gas prices, which could result in huge savings for UK households.

Is a renewable energy tariff actually green? We explain REGO certificates, how UK suppliers match your electricity, and which tariffs genuinely cut carbon.

Switching just three of the ten bills below - broadband, energy and insurance - could save the average UK household more than £400 a year!

Buildings insurance vs contents insurance explained: what each covers, who needs it, average UK costs, and how to find the best value policy.

We’ve broken down which household bills increase at the start of April, so you can plan your budget and keep your bills under control.