Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 156.8p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 156.8p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.1p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 174.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 188.1p 0.4% (-0.8p) 7d avg: 188.4p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 208.1p 0.3% (-0.6p) 7d avg: 208.3p Prices stable |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 156.8p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 156.8p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.1p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 174.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 188.1p 0.4% (-0.8p) 7d avg: 188.4p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 208.1p 0.3% (-0.6p) 7d avg: 208.3p Prices stable |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Chelmsford, Writtle: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Chelmsford, Writtle 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, 3rd May 2026 at 16:15
29
Local Stations
26
Brands (CM Area)
26.1p
Max Price Gap
#85
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 136.8p at AppleGreen
  • Potential savings: Up to £14.36 per tank
  • 86 stations tracked across 26 brands

Motorists in Chelmsford, Writtle are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in CM have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Chelmsford, Writtle could save you up to 26.1p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £14.36 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Chelmsford, Writtle has 86 active fuel stations across 26 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.30 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 21.4p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Chelmsford, Chelmsford, Writtle:
136.8p at AppleGreen, High Road, Epping

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Chelmsford, Chelmsford, Writtle:
140.8p at AppleGreen, High Road, Epping

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
83 / 86 Stations (96.5%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
70 / 86 Stations (81.4%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
81 / 86 Stations (94.2%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
47 / 86 Stations (54.7%)

Top 10 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Chelmsford, Writtle today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
AppleGreen
High Road, Epping , CM16 6LX
136.8p
BEST PRICE
2
GULF
SOUTHEND ROAD, SOUTH GREEN, BILLERICAY, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM11 2PL
153.7p
+16.9p
3
EG ON THE MOVE
74 MAIN ROAD, BROOMFIELD, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, UNITED KINGDOM , CM1 7DH
157.9p
+21.1p
4
ESSO
89 BROOMFIELD ROAD, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM1 1RY
157.9p
+21.1p
5
JET
215 HIGH ROAD, NORTH WEALD, NORTH WEALD, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM16 6ED
158.9p
+22.1p
6
BP
RADFORD WAY, BILLERICAY, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM12 0BP
158.9p
+22.1p
7
TESCO
CHURCH LANGLEY WAY, HARLOW, ENGLAND , CM17 9TE
158.9p
+22.1p
8
BP
ROXWELL ROAD, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM1 3RU
159.9p
+23.1p
9
ESSO
A127 SOUTHEND ARTERIAL ROAD, LITTLE WARLEY / BRENTWOOD, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM13 3ES
159.9p
+23.1p
10
ESSO
RAINSFORD ROAD, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM1 2QL
159.9p
+23.1p

Top 10 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 Chelmsford, Writtle area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
AppleGreen
High Road, Epping , CM16 6LX
140.8p
BEST PRICE
2
GULF
SOUTHEND ROAD, SOUTH GREEN, BILLERICAY, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM11 2PL
184.7p
+43.9p
3
JET
215 HIGH ROAD, NORTH WEALD, NORTH WEALD, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM16 6ED
186.9p
+46.1p
4
K&S Fuels Ltd
ROCKS HARVEST EPPING, THORNWOOD FILLING STATION, HIGH ROAD, THORNWOOD, EPPING, England , CM16 6LZ
187.9p
+47.1p
5
EG ON THE MOVE
THORNWOOD COMMON, EPPING, LOUGHTON, ESSEX, UNITED KINGDOM , CM16 6LX
188.9p
+48.1p
6
BP
RADFORD WAY, BILLERICAY, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM12 0BP
189.9p
+49.1p
7
BP
SOUTHERN WAY, HARLOW, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM18 7BH
189.9p
+49.1p
8
BP
POTTER STREET, HARLOW, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM17 9AG
189.9p
+49.1p
9
ESSO
89 BROOMFIELD ROAD, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM1 1RY
189.9p
+49.1p
10
ESSO
RAINSFORD ROAD, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CM1 2QL
189.9p
+49.1p

How to save on fuel in Chelmsford, Writtle

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 Chelmsford, Writtle.

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

"Chelmsford, Writtle benefits from strong market competition with 26 brands operating across 86 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while with a 21.4p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £11.77 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of May 3, 2026, the cheapest station is AppleGreen at 136.8p per litre.

There is currently a 26.1p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Chelmsford, Writtle. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £14.36 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (AppleGreen) 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: 16:20, 03 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 Chelmsford, Writtle was last synchronized at 16:15 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: 158.7p → Now: 158.2p
Diesel (B7) 1p
Was: 190.1p → Now: 189.1p

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Popular Brands in Chelmsford, Writtle
AppleGreen GULF EG ON THE MOVE ESSO JET