Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 155.4p 0.6% (-1p) 7d avg: 156p Prices dipping | Super Unleaded (E5) 173p 0.9% (-1.6p) 7d avg: 173.8p Prices dipping | Diesel (B7) 178.3p 1.2% (-2.1p) 7d avg: 179.4p Prices dipping | Super Diesel (SDV) 197.8p 1.3% (-2.7p) 7d avg: 199.2p Prices dipping |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 155.4p 0.6% (-1p) 7d avg: 156p Prices dipping | Super Unleaded (E5) 173p 0.9% (-1.6p) 7d avg: 173.8p Prices dipping | Diesel (B7) 178.3p 1.2% (-2.1p) 7d avg: 179.4p Prices dipping | Super Diesel (SDV) 197.8p 1.3% (-2.7p) 7d avg: 199.2p Prices dipping |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington area. We analyze the market data to help you save on your next fill-up.

Jonathan Mathews
Automotive Data Analyst
10+ years automotive industry
Last Updated Thursday, 18th June 2026 at 13:15
5
Local Stations
9
Brands (CR Area)
8.0p
Max Price Gap
#61
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 154.9p at ESSO
  • Potential savings: Up to £4.40 per tank
  • 33 stations tracked across 9 brands

Motorists in South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in CR have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington could save you up to 8.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £4.40 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington has 33 active fuel stations across 9 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.27 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 6.3p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in South Croydon, South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington:
154.9p at ESSO, 87 BRIGHTON ROAD, SOUTH CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in South Croydon, South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington:
173.9p at ESSO, 87 BRIGHTON ROAD, SOUTH CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
33 / 33 Stations (100%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
32 / 33 Stations (97%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
33 / 33 Stations (100%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Widely available
27 / 33 Stations (81.8%)

Top 5 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ESSO
87 BRIGHTON ROAD, SOUTH CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND , CR2 6EE
154.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SHELL
306-320 BRIGHTON ROAD, SOUTH CROYDON, SURREY, ENGLAND , CR2 6AJ
154.9p
+0.0p
3
SHELL
81 LIMPSFIELD ROAD, SANDERSTEAD, SURREY, UNITED KINGDOM , CR2 9LE
160.9p
+6.0p
4
ESSO
76 SELSDON PARK ROAD, CROYDON, SURREY, ENGLAND , CR2 8JT
161.9p
+7.0p
5
BP
215 SELSDON PARK ROAD, SOUTH CROYDON, SURREY, ENGLAND , CR2 8JH
162.9p
+8.0p

Top 5 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 South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ESSO
87 BRIGHTON ROAD, SOUTH CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND , CR2 6EE
173.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SHELL
306-320 BRIGHTON ROAD, SOUTH CROYDON, SURREY, ENGLAND , CR2 6AJ
173.9p
+0.0p
3
BP
215 SELSDON PARK ROAD, SOUTH CROYDON, SURREY, ENGLAND , CR2 8JH
189.9p
+16.0p
4
ESSO
76 SELSDON PARK ROAD, CROYDON, SURREY, ENGLAND , CR2 8JT
189.9p
+16.0p
5
SHELL
81 LIMPSFIELD ROAD, SANDERSTEAD, SURREY, UNITED KINGDOM , CR2 9LE
190.9p
+17.0p

How to save on fuel in South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington

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 South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington.

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

"South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington benefits from strong market competition with 9 brands operating across 33 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while with a 6.3p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £3.47 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of June 18, 2026, the cheapest station is ESSO at 154.9p per litre.

There is currently a 8.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £4.40 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: 13:45, 18 Jun 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 South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington was last synchronized at 13:15 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.

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📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) Stable
Was: 156.6p → Now: 156.2p
Diesel (B7) 3.2p
Was: 177.3p → Now: 180.5p
Popular Brands in South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon, Addington