Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.5p 1.2% (+2p) 7d avg: 166.6p Slight rise | Super Unleaded (E5) 185.3p 0.8% (+1.4p) 7d avg: 184.6p Slight rise | Diesel (B7) 192.6p 1.6% (+3.1p) 7d avg: 191.2p Slight rise | Super Diesel (SDV) 213.3p 1.7% (+3.5p) 7d avg: 211.5p Hold off if you can |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.5p 1.2% (+2p) 7d avg: 166.6p Slight rise | Super Unleaded (E5) 185.3p 0.8% (+1.4p) 7d avg: 184.6p Slight rise | Diesel (B7) 192.6p 1.6% (+3.1p) 7d avg: 191.2p Slight rise | Super Diesel (SDV) 213.3p 1.7% (+3.5p) 7d avg: 211.5p Hold off if you can |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood area. We analyze the market data to help you save on your next fill-up.

Jonathan Mathews
Jonathan Mathews
Automotive Data Analyst
10+ years automotive industry
Last Updated Friday, 18th September 2026 at 00:15
25
Local Stations
48
Brands (B Area)
57.0p
Max Price Gap
#62
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 139.9p at Esso
  • Potential savings: Up to £31.35 per tank
  • 207 stations tracked across 48 brands

Motorists in Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in B have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood could save you up to 57.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £31.35 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood has 207 active fuel stations across 48 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.23 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 27.8p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Birmingham, Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood:
139.9p at Esso, CooksLn Birmingham, B37 6PB

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Birmingham, Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood:
155.9p at Esso, CooksLn Birmingham, B37 6PB

Surprisingly, an independent or branded station (Esso) has beaten the supermarkets to the top spot today.

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
200 / 207 Stations (96.6%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
161 / 207 Stations (77.8%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
200 / 207 Stations (96.6%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
123 / 207 Stations (59.4%)

Top 10 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Esso
CooksLn Birmingham, B37 6PB , B37 6PB
139.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SAINSBURYS
FRANKLEY BEECHES ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND , B31 5AA
150.9p
+11.0p
3
SAINSBURYS
CASTLE VALE RETAIL PARK, CHESTER ROAD, CASTLE VALE, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND , B35 6HB
152.9p
+13.0p
4
ESSO
CHESTER ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, ENGLAND , B36 0LB
155.9p
+16.0p
5
BP
GROVELEY LANE/LONGBRIDGE LANE, WEST HEATH, WEST MIDLANDS, ENGLAND , B31 4QH
157.9p
+18.0p
6
SHELL
1020 BRISTOL ROAD SOUTH, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, UNITED KINGDOM , B31 2QU
158.9p
+19.0p
7
SHELL
STATION ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, UNITED KINGDOM , B33 9AX
162.9p
+23.0p
8
ESSO
LINDEN ROAD, BIRMINGHAM , B30 1AP
168.9p
+29.0p
9
GULF
1, FRANKLIN ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, B30 2HJ, BIRMINGHAM, England , B30 2HJ
168.9p
+29.0p
10
MORRISONS
264 CHESTER ROAD, CASTLE BROMWICH, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND , B36 0LB
169.9p
+30.0p

Top 10 cheapest diesel stations (B7)

For diesel drivers, the price variance can often be even higher. The following stations are currently offering the best value for B7 Diesel in the Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Esso
CooksLn Birmingham, B37 6PB , B37 6PB
155.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SAINSBURYS
FRANKLEY BEECHES ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND , B31 5AA
173.9p
+18.0p
3
SAINSBURYS
CASTLE VALE RETAIL PARK, CHESTER ROAD, CASTLE VALE, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND , B35 6HB
175.9p
+20.0p
4
ESSO
CHESTER ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, ENGLAND , B36 0LB
189.9p
+34.0p
5
SHELL
1020 BRISTOL ROAD SOUTH, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, UNITED KINGDOM , B31 2QU
189.9p
+34.0p
6
GULF
1, FRANKLIN ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, B30 2HJ, BIRMINGHAM, England , B30 2HJ
189.9p
+34.0p
7
BP
GROVELEY LANE/LONGBRIDGE LANE, WEST HEATH, WEST MIDLANDS, ENGLAND , B31 4QH
191.9p
+36.0p
8
MORRISONS
264 CHESTER ROAD, CASTLE BROMWICH, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND , B36 0LB
192.9p
+37.0p
9
SHELL
STATION ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, UNITED KINGDOM , B33 9AX
192.9p
+37.0p
10
TEXACO
1704 PERSHORE ROAD, KINGS NORTON, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND , B30 3BH
195.9p
+40.0p

How to save on fuel in Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood

While choosing the cheapest station is the easiest way to save, changing your driving habits can also make a significant difference to your monthly spend.

Drive Smoothly

Aggressive acceleration and heavy braking can increase fuel consumption by up to 40% in stop-and-go traffic around Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood.

Reduce Weight

Carrying an extra 50kg in your boot increases fuel consumption by 1-2%. Clear out unnecessary items.

Market Analyst Commentary
CFP Research Team

"Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood benefits from strong market competition with 48 brands operating across 207 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while with a 27.8p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £15.29 per tank."

For more detailed savings, explore our Interactive Fuel Map to scan the entire region visually.

Frequently Asked Questions

As of September 18, 2026, the cheapest station is Esso at 139.9p per litre.

There is currently a 57.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £31.35 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (Esso) is actually cheaper than the local supermarkets today.

Our Analysis Methodology

Data Collection
  • Direct feed from UK Government CMA API
  • Updated every 30 minutes via automated polling
  • Zero user-submitted prices (prevents manipulation)
  • Last sync: 00:47, 18 Sep 2026
Quality Assurance
  • Automated anomaly detection for pricing errors
  • Cross-referenced against regional averages
  • Outliers flagged for manual review
  • Historical data tracked for trend validation
Verified Data Source: All prices displayed on this page are sourced directly from the Competition and Markets Authority's official fuel price transparency scheme. We do not accept payments from retailers to alter rankings or display preferential pricing.
Data Accuracy & Methodology

Source: We retrieve real-time pricing data directly from the UK Government CMA Open Data Scheme.

Frequency: Data for Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood was last synchronized at 00:15 today. We update our database every 4 hours to ensure accuracy.

Disclaimer: While we strive for 100% accuracy, forecourt prices can change instantly. The prices listed above were correct at the time of our last server sync.

Editorial Policy

CheckFuelPrices is independent. We do not accept payment from fuel brands to alter rankings. Read our full policy.

📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) Stable
Was: 168p → Now: 167.7p
Diesel (B7) 2.9p
Was: 189.7p → Now: 192.6p

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Popular Brands in Birmingham City Centre, Ladywood
Esso SAINSBURYS ESSO BP SHELL