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, Little Lever: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Bolton, Little Lever 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 08:15
9
Local Stations
13
Brands (BL Area)
14.0p
Max Price Gap
#26
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 149.9p at SAINSBURY'S
  • Potential savings: Up to £7.70 per tank
  • 51 stations tracked across 13 brands

Motorists in Bolton, Little Lever are currently enjoying some of the lowest fuel prices in the UK, ranking in the top 22% 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, Little Lever could save you up to 14.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £7.70 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Bolton, Little Lever 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, Little Lever:
149.9p at SAINSBURY'S, TRINITY STREET, BOLTON, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Bolton, Bolton, Little Lever:
179.9p at SAINSBURY'S, TRINITY STREET, BOLTON, ENGLAND

Surprisingly, an independent or branded station (SAINSBURY'S) 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 8 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Bolton, Little Lever today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SAINSBURY'S
TRINITY STREET, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL3 6DH
149.9p
BEST PRICE
2
ESSO
WIGAN RD, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL3 5PX
154.9p
+5.0p
3
ESSO
MANCHESTER ROAD, BOLTON, GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , BL3 2NZ
154.9p
+5.0p
4
SHELL
106 MARKET STREET, TOTTINGTON, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , BL3 3LS
154.9p
+5.0p
5
EG ON THE MOVE
MANCHESTER ROAD, BOLTON, GREATER MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM , BL3 2PQ
154.9p
+5.0p
6
Texaco
G M PETROLEUM (PRESTON) LTD, RISHTON LANE, BOLTON, BL3 2BR, BOLTON, England , BL3 2BR
154.9p
+5.0p
7
SHELL
BEAUMONT ROAD, BOLTON, LANCASHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , BL3 4RB
157.9p
+8.0p
8
Nisa local-little lever filling station
LITTLE LEVER PETROL STATION, 205A, CHURCH STREET, LITTLE LEVER, BOLTON, England , BL3 1BW
163.9p
+14.0p

Top 8 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, Little Lever area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SAINSBURY'S
TRINITY STREET, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL3 6DH
179.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Texaco
G M PETROLEUM (PRESTON) LTD, RISHTON LANE, BOLTON, BL3 2BR, BOLTON, England , BL3 2BR
182.9p
+3.0p
3
ESSO
WIGAN RD, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL3 5PX
184.9p
+5.0p
4
Nisa local-little lever filling station
LITTLE LEVER PETROL STATION, 205A, CHURCH STREET, LITTLE LEVER, BOLTON, England , BL3 1BW
185.9p
+6.0p
5
SHELL
106 MARKET STREET, TOTTINGTON, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , BL3 3LS
185.9p
+6.0p
6
ESSO
MANCHESTER ROAD, BOLTON, GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , BL3 2NZ
188.9p
+9.0p
7
SHELL
BEAUMONT ROAD, BOLTON, LANCASHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , BL3 4RB
188.9p
+9.0p
8
EG ON THE MOVE
MANCHESTER ROAD, BOLTON, GREATER MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM , BL3 2PQ
189.9p
+10.0p

How to save on fuel in Bolton, Little Lever

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, Little Lever.

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, Little Lever 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 22% 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 SAINSBURY'S at 149.9p per litre.

There is currently a 14.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Bolton, Little Lever. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £7.70 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (SAINSBURY'S) 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: 08:53, 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, Little Lever was last synchronized at 08:15 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: 155.9p → Now: 155.9p
Diesel (B7) 0.9p
Was: 188.1p → Now: 187.2p

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Popular Brands in Bolton, Little Lever
SAINSBURY'S ESSO SHELL EG ON THE MOVE Texaco