Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside 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 Sunday, 8th February 2026 at 01:50
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Local Stations
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Brands (CH Area)
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Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 124.9p at Esso
  • Potential savings: Up to £0.00 per tank
  • 67 stations tracked across 23 brands

Motorists in Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside are currently experiencing competitive fuel prices, with average costs below the national median. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in CH have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside could save you up to 0.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £0.00 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside has 67 active fuel stations across 23 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.34 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 12.1p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Birkenhead, Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside:
124.9p at Esso, 6 New Chester Road, Birkenhead

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Birkenhead, Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside:
134.9p at Esso, 6 New Chester Road, Birkenhead

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
64 / 67 Stations (95.5%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
42 / 67 Stations (62.7%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
61 / 67 Stations (91%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
28 / 67 Stations (41.8%)

Top 2 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Esso
6 New Chester Road, Birkenhead , CH41 9AZ
124.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Esso
117 New Chester Road, Birkenhead , CH41 9BW
124.9p
+0.0p

Top 2 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 Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Esso
6 New Chester Road, Birkenhead , CH41 9AZ
134.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Esso
117 New Chester Road, Birkenhead , CH41 9BW
134.9p
+0.0p

How to save on fuel in Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside

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 Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside.

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

"Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside benefits from strong market competition with 23 brands operating across 67 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while with a 12.1p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £6.66 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of February 8, 2026, the cheapest station is Esso at 124.9p per litre.

There is currently a 0.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £0.00 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (Esso) 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: 01:52, 08 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 Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside was last synchronized at 01:50 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.

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: 131.8p → Now: 131.5p
Diesel (B7) 0.5p
Was: 140.8p → Now: 141.3p

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Popular Brands in Birkenhead, Claughton, Seacombe, Tranmere, Woodside
Esso