Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 168.9p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 169p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 187.7p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 187.7p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 195.4p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 195.4p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 216.7p 0% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 216.7p Prices stable |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 168.9p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 169p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 187.7p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 187.7p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 195.4p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 195.4p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 216.7p 0% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 216.7p Prices stable |

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, 23rd October 2026 at 02:15
7
Local Stations
17
Brands (BL Area)
45.0p
Max Price Gap
#69
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 151.9p at TESCO
  • Potential savings: Up to £24.75 per tank
  • 53 stations tracked across 17 brands
  • Prices have decreased 3.6p this week

Motorists in Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in BL have Decreased 3.6p (2.1%)

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 45.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £24.75 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington has 53 active fuel stations across 17 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.32 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 22.5p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Bolton, Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington:
151.9p at TESCO, MANSELL WAY, HORWICH, BOLTON, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Bolton, Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington:
182.9p at TESCO, MANSELL WAY, HORWICH, BOLTON, ENGLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
45 / 53 Stations (84.9%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
39 / 53 Stations (73.6%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
44 / 53 Stations (83%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
34 / 53 Stations (64.2%)

Top 5 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
TESCO
MANSELL WAY, HORWICH, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL6 6JS
151.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TEXACO
HORWICH SERVICE STATION, 427, CHORLEY NEW ROAD, HORWICH, BOLTON, England , BL6 6DT
167.9p
+16.0p
3
ASDA HORWICH SUPERSTORE
43-53 THE LINKWAY, MIDDLEBROOK RETAIL PARK, HORWICH, ENGLAND , BL6 6JA
168.7p
+16.8p
4
BP
M61, MOTORWAY NORTH BOUND SERVICES, BOLTON, GREATER MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM , BL6 5UZ
196.9p
+45.0p
5
BP
M61, MOTORWAY SOUTH BOUND SERVICES, BOLTON, GREATER MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM , BL6 5UZ
196.9p
+45.0p

Top 5 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
TESCO
MANSELL WAY, HORWICH, BOLTON, ENGLAND , BL6 6JS
182.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TEXACO
HORWICH SERVICE STATION, 427, CHORLEY NEW ROAD, HORWICH, BOLTON, England , BL6 6DT
189.9p
+7.0p
3
ASDA HORWICH SUPERSTORE
43-53 THE LINKWAY, MIDDLEBROOK RETAIL PARK, HORWICH, ENGLAND , BL6 6JA
190.7p
+7.8p
4
BP
M61, MOTORWAY NORTH BOUND SERVICES, BOLTON, GREATER MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM , BL6 5UZ
219.9p
+37.0p
5
BP
M61, MOTORWAY SOUTH BOUND SERVICES, BOLTON, GREATER MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM , BL6 5UZ
219.9p
+37.0p

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 17 brands operating across 53 stations. The recent 3.6p price drop presents excellent buying opportunities, while with a 22.5p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £12.38 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of October 23, 2026, the cheapest station is TESCO at 151.9p per litre.

There is currently a 45.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £24.75 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (TESCO) 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: 02:54, 23 Oct 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 02:15 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) 3.6p
Was: 173p → Now: 169.4p
Diesel (B7) 2.8p
Was: 198p → Now: 195.2p

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Popular Brands in Bolton, Blackrod, Horwich, Lostock, Rivington
TESCO TEXACO ASDA HORWICH SUPERSTORE BP