The MPAN is a 21-digit reference identifying electricity supply points in Great Britain, with a 13-digit core used for billing, switching, and industry communications.
The Meter Point Administration Number (MPAN), sometimes called the Supply Number or S-Number, is a unique 21-digit identifier assigned to every electricity metering point in Great Britain.
An MPAN consists of two parts:
The unique identifier displayed on electricity bills:
12 345 6789 012
Additional technical information:
S 12 345 6789 012 345 67890
Including: Profile Class, Meter Time Switch Code, Line Loss Factor Class, and Distributor ID.
MPANs appear on:
MPANs are used for:
Don't confuse MPAN with MPRN:
| MPAN | MPRN | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Electricity | Gas |
| Digits | 21 (13 core) | 10 |
| Managed by | DNOs/Electralink | Xoserve |
JobWay automatically validates and tracks MPANs across:
Distribution Network Operators own and operate the local electricity distribution networks that deliver power from the national grid to homes and businesses.
Meter Asset Managers are responsible for the ownership, installation, maintenance, and data management of gas meters throughout their lifecycle.
The MPRN is a unique 6-10 digit number identifying every gas supply point in Great Britain, used for billing, switching suppliers, and industry data flows.
Smart meters are digital gas and electricity meters that automatically send readings to suppliers, enabling accurate billing and real-time energy monitoring.