Plusnet price increase 2026: what can customers do?
Annual price increases stated in Plusnet's terms & conditions mean that, for most customers, monthly prices go up on 31 March each year, regardless of whether you're mid-contract.
Price rises like these have become a standard practice for Plusnet, and most other well-known broadband providers. And while its new 'pounds and pence' price rise policy means customers can plan ahead, this rate of price increase is actually higher than this year's inflation-linked increase.
Learn more about the latest price hike from Plusnet, and whether you’re able to find a better broadband deal elsewhere as a result.
Has your broadband bill gone up in 2026?
If your contract term has ended, you're free to find a cheaper broadband deal right away.
Which Plusnet price increase are you on?
Find out whether you are on an inflation-linked or a fixed-rater price increase in March.
Fixed price increase
If you started your current contract from 10 April 2024, your broadband bill should go up by £3 per month on 31 March.
If you have a contract starting from 5 August 2025 or later, your price increase should instead be £4 per month.
Inflation price increase
If you've been on the same BT contract since before 10 April 2024, your 2026 inflation-linked price increase will be 7.3%.
However, as this was two years ago, your contract will have ended before this price increase comes into affect. So make sure to switch providers or re-contract before your bill goes up.
How much is the Plusnet price increase?
As previously mentioned, if you last signed up to Plusnet on or after 10 April 2024, your price increase in March is fixed at £3 per month. However, if your contract started on or after 5 August 2025, it would have instead been £4 per month.
However, many customers will still likely be on Plusnet's older inflation-linked method. Here's how much your prices could have gone up based on Plusnet's combined rate and 2026's CPI inflation rate.
| Current monthly cost | 7.3% increase (CPI 3.4% + 3.9%) | Annual extra cost |
|---|---|---|
| £20 | £1.46 | £17.52 |
| £30 | £2.19 | £26.28 |
| £40 | £2.92 | £35.04 |
| £50 | £3.65 | £43.80 |
| £75 | £5.48 | £65.70 |
Am I affected by the Plusnet price increase?
Almost all Plusnet customers see their broadband and home phone prices go up on 31 March.
The only people who aren't affected by these price increases are customers who qualify for one of BT's broadband social tariffs.
These heavily discounted packages are available only to those receiving Universal Credit, PIP, or other government financial support. In addition to a cheaper rate for the same speed as full-price broadband deals, social tariffs stay at a fixed price.
BT is a sister company of Plusnet, which is why any Plusnet or EE customer who qualifies for a social tariff is moved under BT's broadband services.
Can I cancel my Plusnet contract?
Firstly, you should check to see when you signed up for your Plusnet contract.
If you're currently in the middle of your fixed term, you won't be able to cancel your contract early without paying an exit fee. This price rise is baked into Plusnet's T&Cs, so you would have agreed to the increase when you signed up for your current service.
However, if your initial contract has ended, you're likely already paying a much more expensive 'out of contract' price, which Plusnet charges once your fixed term has finished. So you can save a huge amount of money by re-contracting or switching to a new broadband provider.
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Contacting Plusnet
Whether you’re looking to cancel and switch to a new provider, or if you just want to talk to someone at Plusnet, there are several ways you can get in touch.
- Phone: Plusnet’s customer service contact number is 0800 587 1960. Calls to this number are free of charge.
- Online chat: You can reach the Plusnet customer service team on their contact us page.
- X: If the online chat function is not available you can contact Plusnet via X on @plusnethelp which is available from 8am to 8pm Monday through to Sunday.
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