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

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Halstead 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, 6th February 2026 at 04:10
4
Local Stations
26
Brands (CO Area)
1.0p
Max Price Gap
#45
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 131.9p at ESSO
  • Potential savings: Up to £0.55 per tank
  • 52 stations tracked across 26 brands

Motorists in Halstead 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 Halstead 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

Halstead has 52 active fuel stations across 26 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.50 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 30.2p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Halstead, Halstead:
131.9p at ESSO, MFG Halstead, Crnr Trinity St & Kings Rd, Halstead

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Halstead, Halstead:
141.9p at ESSO, MFG Halstead, Crnr Trinity St & Kings Rd, Halstead

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
45 / 52 Stations (86.5%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
37 / 52 Stations (71.2%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
46 / 52 Stations (88.5%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
22 / 52 Stations (42.3%)

Top 4 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ESSO
MFG Halstead, Crnr Trinity St & Kings Rd, Halstead , CO9 1JA
131.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Shell
MFG Hedingham, Swan Street, Sible Hedingham , CO9 3HP
131.9p
+0.0p
3
Esso
JAI & SONS SERVICE STATION LTD, 140, SWAN STREET, SIBLE HEDINGHAM, HALSTEAD, CO9 3PP, HALSTEAD, England , CO9 3PP
131.9p
+0.0p
4
MOUNT HILL GARAGE
MOUNT HILL GARAGE, MOUNT HILL, HALSTEAD, CO9 1AA, HALSTEAD, England , CO9 1AA
132.9p
+1.0p

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 Halstead area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ESSO
MFG Halstead, Crnr Trinity St & Kings Rd, Halstead , CO9 1JA
141.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Shell
MFG Hedingham, Swan Street, Sible Hedingham , CO9 3HP
141.9p
+0.0p
3
Esso
JAI & SONS SERVICE STATION LTD, 140, SWAN STREET, SIBLE HEDINGHAM, HALSTEAD, CO9 3PP, HALSTEAD, England , CO9 3PP
141.9p
+0.0p
4
MOUNT HILL GARAGE
MOUNT HILL GARAGE, MOUNT HILL, HALSTEAD, CO9 1AA, HALSTEAD, England , CO9 1AA
142.9p
+1.0p

How to save on fuel in Halstead

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 Halstead.

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

"Halstead benefits from strong market competition with 26 brands operating across 52 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while with a 30.2p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £16.61 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of February 6, 2026, the cheapest station is ESSO at 131.9p per litre.

There is currently a 1.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Halstead. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £0.55 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: 04:36, 06 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 Halstead was last synchronized at 04:10 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: 131.6p → Now: 132.1p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 141.3p → Now: 141p

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Popular Brands in Halstead
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