“Most broadband, phone and TV providers are also set to raise their prices in line with inflation in April, and many households will likely face a big payment shock.

“Before these price rises are introduced, households need to check all their regular bills to see where they could save money.”

Analysts found that with the average annual energy bill at £2,500, Britons are paying £1,233 more compared to average figures for November 2021, and £1,458 compared to November 2020.

The Energy Price Guarantee began in October last year, capping the unit price of energy and meaning the average household pays £2,500 a year on energy bills.