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

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Colchester 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, 10th February 2026 at 05:10
4
Local Stations
23
Brands (CO Area)
18.0p
Max Price Gap
#43
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 131.9p at Asda
  • Potential savings: Up to £9.90 per tank
  • 48 stations tracked across 23 brands

Motorists in Colchester are currently experiencing competitive fuel prices, with average costs below the national median. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in CO have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Colchester could save you up to 18.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £9.90 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Colchester has 48 active fuel stations across 23 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.48 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 30.0p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Colchester, Colchester:
131.9p at Asda, 25 Church Road, Tiptree, Colchester

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Colchester, Colchester:
139.9p at ESSO, ESSO OLD FORGE FILLING STATION, 41, KINGSLAND ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, CO5 8RA, COLCHESTER, England

As expected, the supermarket chains are leading the price war in Colchester, aggressively undercutting the major oil brands.

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
44 / 48 Stations (91.7%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
36 / 48 Stations (75%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
45 / 48 Stations (93.8%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
21 / 48 Stations (43.8%)

Top 4 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Asda
25 Church Road, Tiptree, Colchester , CO5 0LA
131.9p
BEST PRICE
2
ESSO
MFG Feering, A12 Feering, Feering Colchester , CO5 9EL
132.9p
+1.0p
3
SHELL
MAYPOLE ROAD , CO5 0EN
134.9p
+3.0p
4
ESSO
ESSO OLD FORGE FILLING STATION, 41, KINGSLAND ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, CO5 8RA, COLCHESTER, England , CO5 8RA
149.9p
+18.0p

Top 4 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 Colchester area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ESSO
ESSO OLD FORGE FILLING STATION, 41, KINGSLAND ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, CO5 8RA, COLCHESTER, England , CO5 8RA
139.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Asda
25 Church Road, Tiptree, Colchester , CO5 0LA
142.9p
+3.0p
3
ESSO
MFG Feering, A12 Feering, Feering Colchester , CO5 9EL
143.9p
+4.0p
4
SHELL
MAYPOLE ROAD , CO5 0EN
145.9p
+6.0p

How to save on fuel in Colchester

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 Colchester.

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

"Colchester benefits from strong market competition with 23 brands operating across 48 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while with a 30.0p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £16.50 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of February 10, 2026, the cheapest station is Asda at 131.9p per litre.

There is currently a 18.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Colchester. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £9.90 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: 05:16, 10 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 Colchester was last synchronized at 05:10 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: 131.5p → Now: 131.9p
Diesel (B7) 0.9p
Was: 141.3p → Now: 140.4p

Visualise the Savings

View 8 local stations on our interactive map.

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Popular Brands in Colchester
Asda ESSO SHELL