Electric: MPAN (Meter Point Administration Number)
Profile Class:
Profile Classes define how energy is consumed at a supply point. There are 8 standard non-half-hourly classes and additional ones for half-hourly metering.
00 Half-Hourly Metered - Large businesses or high usage sites
01 Domestic Unrestricted - Standard single-rate domestic customer
02 Domestic Two-Rate - Economy 7 or similar two-rate tariff
03 Non-Domestic Unrestricted - Small businesses, single-rate tariff
04 Non-Domestic Two-Rate - Small businesses with two-rate meters
Only 00 is half-hourly metered; the rest are typically non-half-hourly.
Meter Time Switch Code:
Indicates the type of metering and tariff setup, such as single-rate or dual-rate (e.g., Economy 7). It helps determine when different electricity rates apply based on time of day.
Line Loss Factor:
Used to calculate energy losses and network charges as electricity is delivered to your location. Affects how much your supplier pays the network company and can influence your energy price.
Distributor ID:
These identify your regional electricity distributor – not your supplier, but the company responsible for the wires and infrastructure.
10 Eastern Power Networks (UK Power Networks) - East of England
11 East Midlands Electricity (Western Power) - East Midlands
12 London Power Networks (UK Power Networks) - London
13 Manweb (SP Energy Networks) - Merseyside, North Wales, Cheshire
14 Midlands (Central Networks West / WPD) - West Midlands
15 Northern Electric (Northern Powergrid) - North East England
16 Norweb (Electricity North West) - North West England
17 Scottish Hydro-Electric (SSEN) - Northern Scotland
18 Scottish Power Distribution (SP Energy) - Southern Scotland
19 Seeboard (UK Power Networks) - South East England
20 Southern Electric (SSEN) - South Central England
21 South Wales Electricity (Western Power) - South Wales
22 South Western Electricity (Western Power) - South West England
23 Yorkshire Electricity (Northern Powergrid) - Yorkshire
24 Scottish Power Manweb (reused for South Wales) - Legacy, rarely used
Unique Identifier:
This is the actual MPAN and is unique to your property or connection point. It is also known as: The “Core” of the MPAN and is used by suppliers and distributors to manage your electricity supply point.
Check Digit:
Used to verify the accuracy of the previous 12 digits and helps detect input errors in the MPAN.
Gas: MPRN - Meter Point Reference Number
It is a unique number used to identify the location where gas is delivered to a property.
Key Facts:
Length - Usually 6 to 10 digits (e.g. 1234567890)
Where to Find It - On your gas bill, or by contacting your gas supplier
Not on the meter - It is not physically printed on your gas meter
Issued by - The Gas Transporter (e.g., Cadent, SGN, etc.)
Used For - Identifying your gas supply point when switching or querying usage
Why is the MPRN Important?
✅ Switching suppliers: Your new gas supplier will use the MPRN to identify your address and meter point.
✅ Avoids confusion: Ensures you're billed correctly and not mixed up with a neighbour's gas supply.
✅ Required for installations or meter queries.
How to Find Your MPRN:
Check your gas bill - it's usually labelled as "Meter Point Reference Number".
Use the Find My Supplier website:
Visit: https://www.findmysupplier.energyEnter your postcode
See your MPRN and gas transporter
Call the Meter Number Helpline:
0870 608 1524 (charges may apply)