Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 155.6p 0.5% (-0.8p) 7d avg: 156p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 173.1p 0.9% (-1.5p) 7d avg: 173.8p Prices dipping | Diesel (B7) 178.5p 1.1% (-1.9p) 7d avg: 179.5p Prices dipping | Super Diesel (SDV) 198p 1.2% (-2.5p) 7d avg: 199.2p Prices dipping |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 155.6p 0.5% (-0.8p) 7d avg: 156p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 173.1p 0.9% (-1.5p) 7d avg: 173.8p Prices dipping | Diesel (B7) 178.5p 1.1% (-1.9p) 7d avg: 179.5p Prices dipping | Super Diesel (SDV) 198p 1.2% (-2.5p) 7d avg: 199.2p Prices dipping |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Central Folkestone, Cheriton: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Central Folkestone, Cheriton 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 Thursday, 18th June 2026 at 05:55
4
Local Stations
20
Brands (CT Area)
3.0p
Max Price Gap
#60
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 156.9p at SAINSBURY'S
  • Potential savings: Up to £1.65 per tank
  • 52 stations tracked across 20 brands
  • Prices have decreased 1.2p this week

Motorists in Central Folkestone, Cheriton are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in CT have Decreased 1.2p (0.7%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Central Folkestone, Cheriton could save you up to 3.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £1.65 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Central Folkestone, Cheriton has 52 active fuel stations across 20 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.38 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 16.3p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Folkestone, Central Folkestone, Cheriton:
156.9p at SAINSBURY'S, PARK FARM RETAIL PARK, PARK FARM ROAD, FOLKESTONE, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Folkestone, Central Folkestone, Cheriton:
173.9p at ESSO, 336 CHERITON ROAD, FOLKESTONE, KENT, ENGLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
52 / 52 Stations (100%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
48 / 52 Stations (92.3%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
52 / 52 Stations (100%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
32 / 52 Stations (61.5%)

Top 4 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Central Folkestone, Cheriton today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SAINSBURY'S
PARK FARM RETAIL PARK, PARK FARM ROAD, FOLKESTONE, ENGLAND , CT19 5GA
156.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
CHERITON HIGH STREET, FOLKESTONE, ENGLAND , CT19 4QJ
156.9p
+0.0p
3
ESSO
336 CHERITON ROAD, FOLKESTONE, KENT, ENGLAND , CT19 4DP
157.9p
+1.0p
4
BP
CHERITON HIGH STREET, FOLKESTONE, KENT, ENGLAND , CT19 4JE
159.9p
+3.0p

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 Central Folkestone, Cheriton area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ESSO
336 CHERITON ROAD, FOLKESTONE, KENT, ENGLAND , CT19 4DP
173.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SAINSBURY'S
PARK FARM RETAIL PARK, PARK FARM ROAD, FOLKESTONE, ENGLAND , CT19 5GA
175.9p
+2.0p
3
TESCO
CHERITON HIGH STREET, FOLKESTONE, ENGLAND , CT19 4QJ
187.9p
+14.0p
4
BP
CHERITON HIGH STREET, FOLKESTONE, KENT, ENGLAND , CT19 4JE
189.9p
+16.0p

How to save on fuel in Central Folkestone, Cheriton

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 Central Folkestone, Cheriton.

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

"Central Folkestone, Cheriton benefits from strong market competition with 20 brands operating across 52 stations. With a 16.3p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £8.97 per tank, while interestingly, SAINSBURY'S is beating supermarkets on price today."

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 SAINSBURY'S at 156.9p per litre.

There is currently a 3.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Central Folkestone, Cheriton. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £1.65 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (SAINSBURY'S) 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: 06:00, 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 Central Folkestone, Cheriton was last synchronized at 05:55 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) 1.2p
Was: 157.4p → Now: 156.2p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 179.7p → Now: 179.6p

Visualise the Savings

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Popular Brands in Central Folkestone, Cheriton
SAINSBURY'S TESCO ESSO BP