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DUoS unit rate, Red band
Latest published rate, who sets it, and where it is forecast to go.
What DUoS unit rate, Red band is, who sets the rate, what the revenue funds and where it is heading. Rates come from the Purely Energy non-commodity cost data hub; forecasts are our own.
DUoS unit rate, Red band: what it is, who charges it, and what it pays for
What it is
The DUoS unit rate, Red band charge in plain English
Peak-time distribution charge for using the local network, applied per kWh in the Red time band. For most DNOs the Red band is weekday late afternoon to early evening (typically around 16:00 to 19:00), the most expensive time to take power; the exact window and rate are set in each DNO's charging statement.
Introduced 1990 (privatisation), timeband structure from 2010.
Who charges it
The body that sets the rate
Your regional DNO under Ofgem RIIO-ED2
Unit
p/kWh
Applies to
All electricity supplies (rate varies by DNO region and tariff)
What it pays for
Where the revenue ends up
Maintenance and upgrade of local distribution networks (DNO wires to your meter)
Forecast trajectory
Forecasts from our non-commodity cost model. P10, P50 and P90 are the 10th, 50th and 90th percentile outcomes; P50 is the central estimate.
| Year | P10 | P50 | P90 | Confidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 0.7400 | 0.7628 | 0.7850 | high | Based on current RIIO-ED2 determinations with limited uncertainty |
| 2026-27 | 0.7750 | 0.8051 | 0.8350 | high | RIIO-ED2 framework provides regulatory certainty |
| 2027-28 | 0.8050 | 0.8414 | 0.8780 | med | Final RIIO-ED2 year with transition uncertainty |
| 2028-29 | 0.8200 | 0.8751 | 0.9300 | med | RIIO-ED3 begins but determinations uncertain |
| 2029-30 | 0.8400 | 0.9195 | 1.031 | low | Electrification impacts and methodology reform risks |
| 2030-31 | 0.8650 | 0.9669 | 1.080 | low | Net zero investment uncertainty and demand growth variability |
| 2031-32 | 0.8500 | 0.9535 | 1.100 | low | No regulatory guidance beyond RIIO-ED3, highly speculative |
| 2032-33 | 0.8600 | 0.9663 | 1.120 | low | Highly speculative without published regulatory frameworks |
| 2033-34 | 0.8700 | 0.9791 | 1.135 | low | Highly speculative without published regulatory frameworks |
| 2034-35 | 0.8800 | 0.9919 | 1.150 | low | Highly speculative without published regulatory frameworks |
DUoS unit rate, Red band FAQs
What is the DUoS unit rate, Red band charge?
Peak-time distribution charge for using the local network, applied per kWh in the Red time band. For most DNOs the Red band is weekday late afternoon to early evening (typically around 16:00 to 19:00), the most expensive time to take power; the exact window and rate are set in each DNO's charging statement.
Who sets the DUoS unit rate, Red band rate?
The DUoS unit rate, Red band rate is set by Your regional DNO under Ofgem RIIO-ED2.
What does DUoS unit rate, Red band pay for?
DUoS unit rate, Red band revenue supports Maintenance and upgrade of local distribution networks (DNO wires to your meter).
What is the DUoS unit rate, Red band rate?
DUoS unit rate, Red band is set by your regional network operator, so there is no single national rate. Use the NCC calculator with your MPAN or postcode to see the rate for your region.
What is the DUoS unit rate, Red band forecast?
Our latest forecast for 2025-26 is 0.7628 p/kWh (high confidence). Based on current RIIO-ED2 determinations with limited uncertainty
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Rate data from the Purely Energy non-commodity cost data hub (dh.purelyenergy.co.uk). Published rates come from statutory publications by the body listed above; forecasts are modelled from published guidance and market trends, so treat P50 as a central estimate and use P10/P90 for sensitivity.