Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.4p 1.3% (+2.1p) 7d avg: 166.3p Slight rise | Super Unleaded (E5) 185.3p 0.9% (+1.6p) 7d avg: 184.4p Slight rise | Diesel (B7) 192.4p 1.7% (+3.2p) 7d avg: 190.7p Hold off if you can | Super Diesel (SDV) 213.3p 1.8% (+3.8p) 7d avg: 211p Hold off if you can |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.4p 1.3% (+2.1p) 7d avg: 166.3p Slight rise | Super Unleaded (E5) 185.3p 0.9% (+1.6p) 7d avg: 184.4p Slight rise | Diesel (B7) 192.4p 1.7% (+3.2p) 7d avg: 190.7p Hold off if you can | Super Diesel (SDV) 213.3p 1.8% (+3.8p) 7d avg: 211p Hold off if you can |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley 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 Thursday, 17th September 2026 at 22:15
6
Local Stations
48
Brands (B Area)
21.4p
Max Price Gap
#60
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 161.5p at GULF
  • Potential savings: Up to £11.77 per tank
  • 207 stations tracked across 48 brands

Motorists in Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley 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 Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley could save you up to 21.4p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £11.77 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley 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 27.7p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Birmingham, Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley:
161.5p at GULF, 22-42 Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Birmingham, Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley:
181.7p at GULF, IMPOREX I LTD, 242, ALUM ROCK ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, B8 3DD, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND

Surprisingly, an independent or branded station (GULF) 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 6 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
GULF
22-42 Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham , B8 1RB
161.5p
BEST PRICE
2
GULF
IMPOREX I LTD, 242, ALUM ROCK ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, B8 3DD, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND , B8 3DD
161.7p
+0.2p
3
SHELL
288 288 WASHWOOD HEATH ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, UNITED KINGDOM , B8 2UL
163.9p
+2.4p
4
VALERO
D C EDGINTON & SONS, NEWPARK GARAGE, 109, ALCESTER ROAD, STUDLEY , B80 7NW
165.7p
+4.2p
5
Doghill-service-station
DOG HILL SERVICE STATION, BIRMINGHAM ROAD, MAPPLEBOROUGH GREEN, STUDLEY, England , B80 7DF
166.9p
+5.4p
6
BP Ward End Service Station
WARD END SERVICE STATION, 861, WASHWOOD HEATH ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, England , B8 2NR
182.9p
+21.4p

Top 6 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 Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
GULF
IMPOREX I LTD, 242, ALUM ROCK ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, B8 3DD, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND , B8 3DD
181.7p
BEST PRICE
2
GULF
22-42 Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham , B8 1RB
183.5p
+1.8p
3
VALERO
D C EDGINTON & SONS, NEWPARK GARAGE, 109, ALCESTER ROAD, STUDLEY , B80 7NW
188.7p
+7.0p
4
Doghill-service-station
DOG HILL SERVICE STATION, BIRMINGHAM ROAD, MAPPLEBOROUGH GREEN, STUDLEY, England , B80 7DF
190.9p
+9.2p
5
SHELL
288 288 WASHWOOD HEATH ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, UNITED KINGDOM , B8 2UL
193.9p
+12.2p
6
BP Ward End Service Station
WARD END SERVICE STATION, 861, WASHWOOD HEATH ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, England , B8 2NR
199.9p
+18.2p

How to save on fuel in Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley

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 Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley.

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

"Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley 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 27.7p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £15.24 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of September 17, 2026, the cheapest station is GULF at 161.5p per litre.

There is currently a 21.4p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £11.77 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (GULF) 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: 22:52, 17 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 Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley was last synchronized at 22:15 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.

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📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) Stable
Was: 167.9p → Now: 167.6p
Diesel (B7) 2.9p
Was: 189.5p → Now: 192.4p

Visualise the Savings

View 12 local stations on our interactive map.

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Popular Brands in Washwood Heath, Ward End, Saltley
GULF SHELL VALERO Doghill-service-station BP Ward End Service Station