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

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Hythe 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
16
Brands (CT Area)
28.0p
Max Price Gap
#53
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 128.9p at Palmarsh Service Station
  • Potential savings: Up to £15.40 per tank
  • 44 stations tracked across 16 brands

Motorists in Hythe are currently experiencing competitive fuel prices, with average costs below the national median. 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 Hythe could save you up to 28.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £15.40 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Hythe has 44 active fuel stations across 16 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.36 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 7.8p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Hythe, Hythe:
128.9p at Palmarsh Service Station, PALMARSH GARAGE, DYMCHURCH ROAD, HYTHE, CT21 4ND, HYTHE, England

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Hythe, Hythe:
140.9p at Palmarsh Service Station, PALMARSH GARAGE, DYMCHURCH ROAD, HYTHE, CT21 4ND, HYTHE, England

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
41 / 44 Stations (93.2%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
35 / 44 Stations (79.5%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
39 / 44 Stations (88.6%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
20 / 44 Stations (45.5%)

Top 4 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Palmarsh Service Station
PALMARSH GARAGE, DYMCHURCH ROAD, HYTHE, CT21 4ND, HYTHE, England , CT21 4ND
128.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Esso
MFG Central Garage, MILITARY ROAD, HYTHE , CT21 5DD
129.9p
+1.0p
3
Hythe BP and Budgen
Hythe Service Station, Sea Brook road, Hythe , CT21 5RS
129.9p
+1.0p
4
SHELL
M20 M20 JUNCTION 11 , CT21 4GH
156.9p
+28.0p

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 Hythe area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Palmarsh Service Station
PALMARSH GARAGE, DYMCHURCH ROAD, HYTHE, CT21 4ND, HYTHE, England , CT21 4ND
140.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Esso
MFG Central Garage, MILITARY ROAD, HYTHE , CT21 5DD
141.9p
+1.0p
3
Hythe BP and Budgen
Hythe Service Station, Sea Brook road, Hythe , CT21 5RS
141.9p
+1.0p
4
SHELL
M20 M20 JUNCTION 11 , CT21 4GH
166.9p
+26.0p

How to save on fuel in Hythe

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 Hythe.

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

"Hythe benefits from strong market competition with 16 brands operating across 44 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while with a 7.8p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £4.29 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 Palmarsh Service Station at 128.9p per litre.

There is currently a 28.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Hythe. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £15.40 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (Palmarsh 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: 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 Hythe 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: 132p → Now: 132.3p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 141.4p → Now: 141.8p

Visualise the Savings

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Popular Brands in Hythe
Palmarsh Service Station Esso Hythe BP and Budgen SHELL