Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.5p 0.3% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 167.7p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 186.8p 0.3% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 187p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 195.1p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 195.1p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 216.4p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 216.5p Prices stable |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.5p 0.3% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 167.7p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 186.8p 0.3% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 187p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 195.1p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 195.1p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 216.4p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 216.5p Prices stable |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Harwich: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Harwich 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 Tuesday, 3rd November 2026 at 04:15
3
Local Stations
27
Brands (CO Area)
1.0p
Max Price Gap
#27
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 174.9p at ASDA HARWICH SUPERMARKET
  • Potential savings: Up to £0.55 per tank
  • 68 stations tracked across 27 brands
  • Prices have decreased 4.7p this week

Motorists in Harwich are currently enjoying some of the lowest fuel prices in the UK, ranking in the top 23% nationally. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in CO have Decreased 4.7p (2.8%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Harwich could save you up to 1.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £0.55 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Harwich has 68 active fuel stations across 27 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.40 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 43.0p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Harwich, Harwich:
174.9p at ASDA HARWICH SUPERMARKET, MAIN ROAD, HARWICH, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Harwich, Harwich:
198.9p at ASDA HARWICH SUPERMARKET, MAIN ROAD, HARWICH, ENGLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
55 / 68 Stations (80.9%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
52 / 68 Stations (76.5%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
61 / 68 Stations (89.7%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
33 / 68 Stations (48.5%)

Top 3 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ASDA HARWICH SUPERMARKET
MAIN ROAD, HARWICH, ENGLAND , CO12 3HJ
174.9p
BEST PRICE
2
MORRISONS
ICONFIELD PARK, GARLAND ROAD, HARWICH, ENGLAND , CO12 4EN
174.9p
+0.0p
3
TEXACO
394 MAIN ROAD, HARWICH, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CO12 4DN
175.9p
+1.0p

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 Harwich area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ASDA HARWICH SUPERMARKET
MAIN ROAD, HARWICH, ENGLAND , CO12 3HJ
198.9p
BEST PRICE
2
MORRISONS
ICONFIELD PARK, GARLAND ROAD, HARWICH, ENGLAND , CO12 4EN
198.9p
+0.0p
3
TEXACO
394 MAIN ROAD, HARWICH, ESSEX, ENGLAND , CO12 4DN
199.9p
+1.0p

How to save on fuel in Harwich

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 Harwich.

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

"Harwich benefits from strong market competition with 27 brands operating across 68 stations. The recent 4.7p price drop presents excellent buying opportunities, while ranking in the top 23% 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 November 3, 2026, the cheapest station is ASDA HARWICH SUPERMARKET at 174.9p per litre.

There is currently a 1.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Harwich. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £0.55 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (ASDA HARWICH SUPERMARKET) 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: 04:33, 03 Nov 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 Harwich was last synchronized at 04:15 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) 4.7p
Was: 170.9p → Now: 166.2p
Diesel (B7) 1.5p
Was: 192.5p → Now: 191p

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Popular Brands in Harwich
ASDA HARWICH SUPERMARKET MORRISONS TEXACO