Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington 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, 6th February 2026 at 22:50
3
Local Stations
12
Brands (BL Area)
1.2p
Max Price Gap
#4
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 124.7p at Asda
  • Potential savings: Up to £0.66 per tank
  • 33 stations tracked across 12 brands

Motorists in Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington are currently enjoying some of the lowest fuel prices in the UK, ranking in the top 3% 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, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington could save you up to 1.2p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £0.66 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Competitive

Competition Level: High

Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington has 33 active fuel stations across 12 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.36 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 4.2p, showing moderate price variation across the market.

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Bolton, Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington:
124.7p at Asda, 43-53 The Linkway, Horwich

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Bolton, Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington:
132.7p at Asda, 43-53 The Linkway, Horwich

As expected, the supermarket chains are leading the price war in Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington, aggressively undercutting the major oil brands.

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
33 / 33 Stations (100%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
26 / 33 Stations (78.8%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
33 / 33 Stations (100%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
21 / 33 Stations (63.6%)

Top 3 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Asda
43-53 The Linkway, Horwich , BL6 6JA
124.7p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
Mansell Way Horwich Bolton , BL6 6JS
125.9p
+1.2p
3
TEXACO
HORWICH SERVICE STATION, 427, CHORLEY NEW ROAD, HORWICH, BOLTON, BL6 6DT, BOLTON, England , BL6 6DT
125.9p
+1.2p

Top 3 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, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Asda
43-53 The Linkway, Horwich , BL6 6JA
132.7p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
Mansell Way Horwich Bolton , BL6 6JS
133.9p
+1.2p
3
TEXACO
HORWICH SERVICE STATION, 427, CHORLEY NEW ROAD, HORWICH, BOLTON, BL6 6DT, BOLTON, England , BL6 6DT
133.9p
+1.2p

How to save on fuel in Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington

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, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington.

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, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington benefits from strong market competition with 12 brands operating across 33 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while ranking in the top 3% 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 February 6, 2026, the cheapest station is Asda at 124.7p per litre.

There is currently a 1.2p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £0.66 per tank.

Yes, currently supermarkets (Asda) are offering the lowest prices in the area.

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: 22:56, 06 Feb 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, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington was last synchronized at 22:50 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: 128.9p → Now: 128.9p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 137.3p → Now: 137.5p

Visualise the Savings

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Popular Brands in Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington
Asda TESCO TEXACO