Sky is increasing its broadband and TV prices by an average of 6.2% for almost all of its customers, even those who are mid-contract, in April 2025.
It comes at the same time as price rises from all other major UK broadband providers, who regularly increase prices around this time of year for both in-contract and out-of-contract customers.
However, Sky does broadband and TV price increases differently from other providers:
- Sky doesn't include a specific annual price increase in its contract terms.
- As a result, any customer affected by this price rise can cancel their contract early and find a new broadband deal. However, this does not apply to Sky TV contracts.
As a result, Sky lets you leave your contract early for free within 30 days of being notified of a price hike. However, since these notifications go out in February or March each year, the window to do this for its 2025 price increase has now likely passed.
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Almost all broadband providers with an annual price increase have now moved to a fixed-rate price rise of £3-3.50 per month every April. But this doesn't apply to Sky, as it doesn't specify an annual price increase in its terms and conditions.
To find out more about other providers' price rises, including which providers don't increase prices mid-contract, you can read our explainer guide.
Am I affected by the 2025 Sky broadband price increase?
Sky's price increases usually affect the vast majority of its broadband and TV customers.
This means that when it announces a new price increase, it will likely apply to you unless you meet one of two particular conditions.
Sky customers who aren't affected by its price increases are:
- Those identified by the provider as 'vulnerable'
- Sky Broadband Basics social tariff users
Learn more about Sky's broadband social tariff, and see which other providers offer them with our dedicated guide.
How much is the 2025 Sky price increase?
Here's how Sky's 2025 price increase affects your bills, depending on how much you may currently pay on a monthly basis:
| Current monthly price | 6.2% increase | Extra amount per year |
|---|---|---|
| £20 | £21.24 | £14.88 |
| £30 | £31.86 | £22.32 |
| £40 | £2.48 | £29.76 |
| £50 | £3.10 | £37.20 |
| £75 | £79.65 | £55.80 |
When do Sky prices go up?
Despite Sky not mentioning annual price increases in its contract terms, it still usually increases prices every year.
These price rises apply your first bill after 1 April. So all customers who are affected by this mid-contract price hike will see their first increased monthly rate in their April monthly bill.
Can Sky customers cancel if their prices increase?
If you’re affected by Sky’s price increase, you are allowed to leave your contract early without paying a cancellation fee - but only within 30 days from the price increase announcement date.
If you pay for Sky Q TV or Sky Stream, though, this policy doesn't apply. So you'd have to pay early termination fees if you want to cancel your TV contract. This also applies if you pay for a broadband and TV bundle - you'll be able to cancel your broadband for free but will likely have to move onto a TV-only tariff with Sky.
Most providers don't let you leave your contract early for free after a price increase, but just be mindful that other providers increase their prices annually too. So you might still be faced with one next year if you switch to a provider that does.
However, there are some providers that don't increase their prices mid-contract at all. So if deals from any of these providers are available at your home, you might be able to secure a consistent price for the duration of your contract.
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Should I stay with Sky?
If you have a TV contract added to your Sky broadband subscription, you might have a tough decision to make.
Other broadband providers like BT and Virgin Media offer equally comprehensive TV services, but if you're loyal to Sky TV it might make sense to stick with its broadband service too so you can keep the two services bundled into one bill.
However, if you've been looking to leave Sky anyway and your contract is approaching an end - or if you're just a broadband customer - now might be the perfect time to switch. You may soon be able to change broadband providers straight away at no extra cost.
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Why is Sky increasing prices?
Unlike most other providers, Sky doesn't include a set annual price hike in its terms and conditions.
But that doesn't stop Sky from upping its prices almost every year, as all other providers do despite showing an initial monthly fee in its deals. So why do they do this?
The two main reasons Sky issues a yearly price increase is roughly the same as other providers:
- The inflation rate & rising operating costs
- Upgrades and expansions to its broadband and mobile networks
Both of these drive the cost of business up on a yearly basis, which is why it often sends part of that cost to customers in the form of price hikes. But this still puts customers in a difficult situation.
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Sky end of contract price hike
An annual price hike while you’re mid-contract isn’t the only increase to your bills you should be aware of. Once your contract ends, Sky will likely increase your monthly prices by up to 72% if you don’t switch or re-contract to a new deal, according to its out-of-contract pricing in January 2025.
Broadband providers are allowed to significantly increase your bill once your contract ends, because your agreed period with them has finished, and you’re free to find a new broadband deal with just one month’s notice.
However as a result, providers now must inform their customers when their contract is coming to end. So make sure to watch out for a notification from Sky that tells you that your fixed term is finishing. Once you receive that message, you can start looking for new broadband deals.
How can I contact Sky?
While switching can save you money, you might still want to stay with Sky if you’re happy with your service — especially if you’re subscribed to one of Sky’s TV packages — but that doesn’t mean you have to stay silent.
If you want to let Sky know you’re unhappy with the price increases, or if you’d like to try to haggle a better deal, you can contact Sky in several ways:
- Phone (Sky cancellation contact number): Sky’s complaints line is 0330 041 3875. Calls to this number are free for Sky Mobile and Sky Talk customers; however, charges may apply if you’re calling from a different provider.
- Online: You can reach Sky Experts on its contact page.
- X: The @SkyHelpTeam account is available from 8am to 10pm on weekdays and 9am to 9pm on weekends.
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Sky price rises FAQs
Can Sky increase my bill without telling me?
No - Sky mentions in its terms and conditions that prices may go up during your contract term. If your broadband provider ever increases your prices without letting you know, or by a higher amount than specified, you should be able to leave your contract early penalty-free.
How can I avoid the Sky price increase?
Sky is one of the few broadband providers that lets you cancel your contract early at no extra charge if they increase your prices mid-contract. However, you only have a 30-day window from when they get in touch with you to do so.
This notification usually comes in February, so make sure to keep an eye out for any communications from Sky in this month.
