Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 156.8p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 156.8p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.1p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 174.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 188p 0.4% (-0.7p) 7d avg: 188.2p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 208.1p 0.2% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 208.2p Prices stable |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 156.8p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 156.8p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.1p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 174.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 188p 0.4% (-0.7p) 7d avg: 188.2p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 208.1p 0.2% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 208.2p Prices stable |

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

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Sandwich 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 Monday, 4th May 2026 at 00:55
4
Local Stations
22
Brands (CT Area)
8.0p
Max Price Gap
#29
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 148.9p at richborough service station
  • Potential savings: Up to £4.40 per tank
  • 51 stations tracked across 22 brands

Motorists in Sandwich are currently enjoying some of the lowest fuel prices in the UK, ranking in the top 25% nationally. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in CT have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Sandwich 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

Sandwich has 51 active fuel stations across 22 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.43 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 8.1p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Sandwich, Sandwich:
148.9p at richborough service station, GULF, RAMSGATE ROAD, SANDWICH, CT13 9NL, SANDWICH, England

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Sandwich, Sandwich:
185.9p at richborough service station, GULF, RAMSGATE ROAD, SANDWICH, CT13 9NL, SANDWICH, England

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
51 / 51 Stations (100%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
47 / 51 Stations (92.2%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
51 / 51 Stations (100%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
31 / 51 Stations (60.8%)

Top 4 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
richborough service station
GULF, RAMSGATE ROAD, SANDWICH, CT13 9NL, SANDWICH, England , CT13 9NL
148.9p
BEST PRICE
2
ESSO
RAMSGATE ROAD, SANDWICH, KENT, ENGLAND , CT13 9NL
151.9p
+3.0p
3
SHELL
MONTAGU ROAD, SANDWICH, ENGLAND , CT13 9FA
155.9p
+7.0p
4
GULF
88, New Street, SANDWICH , CT139JP
156.9p
+8.0p

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 Sandwich area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
richborough service station
GULF, RAMSGATE ROAD, SANDWICH, CT13 9NL, SANDWICH, England , CT13 9NL
185.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SHELL
MONTAGU ROAD, SANDWICH, ENGLAND , CT13 9FA
186.9p
+1.0p
3
ESSO
RAMSGATE ROAD, SANDWICH, KENT, ENGLAND , CT13 9NL
186.9p
+1.0p
4
GULF
88, New Street, SANDWICH , CT139JP
193.9p
+8.0p

How to save on fuel in Sandwich

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 Sandwich.

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

"Sandwich benefits from strong market competition with 22 brands operating across 51 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while ranking in the top 25% 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 May 4, 2026, the cheapest station is richborough service station at 148.9p per litre.

There is currently a 8.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Sandwich. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £4.40 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (richborough service station) 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: 00:58, 04 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 Sandwich was last synchronized at 00:55 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: 156.5p → Now: 156p
Diesel (B7) 1.1p
Was: 189.8p → Now: 188.7p

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Popular Brands in Sandwich
richborough service station ESSO SHELL GULF