Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 156.8p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 156.8p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.1p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 174.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 188p 0.4% (-0.7p) 7d avg: 188.2p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 208.1p 0.2% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 208.2p Prices stable |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 156.8p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 156.8p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.1p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 174.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 188p 0.4% (-0.7p) 7d avg: 188.2p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 208.1p 0.2% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 208.2p Prices stable |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor 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 Monday, 4th May 2026 at 09:55
6
Local Stations
13
Brands (BL Area)
6.0p
Max Price Gap
#25
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 149.9p at shell
  • Potential savings: Up to £3.30 per tank
  • 51 stations tracked across 13 brands

Motorists in Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor are currently enjoying some of the lowest fuel prices in the UK, ranking in the top 21% nationally. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in BL have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor could save you up to 6.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £3.30 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor has 51 active fuel stations across 13 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.25 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 6.0p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Bolton, Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor:
149.9p at shell , crompton way, Bolton

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Bolton, Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor:
181.9p at MORRISONS, LEA GATE, HARWOOD, BOLTON, ENGLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
43 / 51 Stations (84.3%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
38 / 51 Stations (74.5%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
43 / 51 Stations (84.3%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
33 / 51 Stations (64.7%)

Top 6 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
shell
crompton way, Bolton , BL2 3BH
149.9p
BEST PRICE
2
MORRISONS
LEA GATE, HARWOOD, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL2 3HN
151.9p
+2.0p
3
Texaco
FIRWOOD SERVICE STATION, 319, CROMPTON WAY, BOLTON, England , BL2 2PE
151.9p
+2.0p
4
ESSO
1041 BURY ROAD, BREIGHTMET, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL2 6PY
153.9p
+4.0p
5
ESSO
104 BRADFORD STREET, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL2 1JR
154.9p
+5.0p
6
BP
19 BRIDGEMAN PLACE, BOLTON, LANCASHIRE, ENGLAND , BL2 1DE
155.9p
+6.0p

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 Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
MORRISONS
LEA GATE, HARWOOD, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL2 3HN
181.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Texaco
FIRWOOD SERVICE STATION, 319, CROMPTON WAY, BOLTON, England , BL2 2PE
183.9p
+2.0p
3
shell
crompton way, Bolton , BL2 3BH
183.9p
+2.0p
4
ESSO
104 BRADFORD STREET, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL2 1JR
184.9p
+3.0p
5
ESSO
1041 BURY ROAD, BREIGHTMET, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL2 6PY
185.9p
+4.0p
6
BP
19 BRIDGEMAN PLACE, BOLTON, LANCASHIRE, ENGLAND , BL2 1DE
186.9p
+5.0p

How to save on fuel in Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor

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 Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor.

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

"Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor benefits from strong market competition with 13 brands operating across 51 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while ranking in the top 21% nationally makes this an excellent area for fuel savings."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of May 4, 2026, the cheapest station is shell at 149.9p per litre.

There is currently a 6.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £3.30 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (shell ) 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: 09:58, 04 May 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 Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor was last synchronized at 09:55 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: 155.9p → Now: 155.9p
Diesel (B7) 0.9p
Was: 188.1p → Now: 187.2p

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Popular Brands in Bolton, Ainsworth, Bradley Fold, Bradshaw, Breightmet, Harwood, Tonge Fold, Tonge Moor
shell MORRISONS Texaco ESSO BP