Forecast Future Costs
See exactly what your network charges will be next year, using rates already published by DNOs and NESO.
For energy consultants and finance teams who need credible, data-backed forecasts before budget season.
Try Forecast Future CostsNetwork cost increase: 2026-27
forecast vs current (2025-26 base of £8,370)
higher, 8.1% increase
2025-26
£8,370annual network cost2026-27
£9,047annual network costCharge breakdown: 2026-27
The journey
Four steps, one accurate forecast
From an MPAN to a charge-by-charge view of next year, grounded in published rates.
Enter
Enter the MPAN and consumption
Type or paste the MPAN, enter annual Elec consumption in kWh, and pick the charging year to forecast. That is all we need to start.
Identify
Decode and confirm the site
We decode the MPAN into its DNO region, voltage level, Line Loss Factor Class and tariff category. Every rate is then applied to the real site profile, not an approximation.
Apply
Apply published next-year rates
DNOs publish indicative rates 12-18 months ahead. We apply the current and forecast rates for every charge type: DUoS, TNUoS, BSUoS, Capacity Market, CfD, CCL, Nuclear RAB and AAHEDC.
Published rates applied: 2025-26 vs 2026-27
| Charge | 2025-26 | 2026-27 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUoS | £3,870 | £4,185 | 8.1% |
| TNUoS | £1,440 | £1,580 | 9.7% |
| CCL | £1,395 | £1,442 | 3.4% |
| CfD Levy | £580 | £620 | 6.9% |
| BSUoS | £520 | £545 | 4.8% |
| Capacity Market | £310 | £325 | 4.8% |
| Nuclear RAB | £110 | £195 | 77.3% |
| AAHEDC | £145 | £155 | 6.9% |
Review
Current vs future, charge by charge
The results show your current annual cost alongside the forecast, with the absolute and percentage change for every charge type. Export to PDF or adjust consumption to model different scenarios.
Network cost increase: 2026-27
forecast vs current (2025-26 base of £8,370)
higher, 8.1% increase
2025-26
£8,370annual network cost2026-27
£9,047annual network costCharge breakdown: 2026-27
The problem
Your clients deserve better than 'last year plus inflation'
Most businesses forecast network charges by looking at last year's bills and adding a percentage. But DNOs publish next year's rates months in advance. When you can show clients exactly what's coming, you're not just forecasting - you're demonstrating expertise.
Without accurate forecasts, your clients face budget surprises, and you miss the opportunity to add value before contract renewal season.
Why it matters
What you walk away with
Current vs Future Cost Comparison
See exactly how each charge component changes from this year to next, with percentage differences highlighted.
Complete Charge Breakdown
DUoS, TNUoS, BSUoS, Capacity Market, CfD, CCL, Nuclear RAB, and AAHEDC - all calculated using published rates.
Full Audit Trail
Every calculation shows the rates, formulas, and methodology used. Perfect for client reports or internal verification.
Built on official published rates
FAQ
Answers, before you ask
DNOs publish rates 12-18 months ahead of each charging year (April to March). This means you can give clients accurate forecasts well before their budget cycles - we update our database as soon as rates are published.
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Stop guessing. Use rates that are already published.
Get a full charge-by-charge forecast for next year, calculated from official DNO and NESO rate schedules.