Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of March 31, 2026 Petrol (E10) 153.4p 2.5% (+3.8p) 7d avg: 151.3p Hold off if you can | Super Unleaded (E5) 170.4p 2.5% (+4.1p) 7d avg: 168.4p Hold off if you can | Diesel (B7) 183.9p 4% (+7p) 7d avg: 180.2p Hold off if you can | Super Diesel (SDV) 201.4p 2.5% (+5p) 7d avg: 198.8p Hold off if you can |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of March 31, 2026 Petrol (E10) 153.4p 2.5% (+3.8p) 7d avg: 151.3p Hold off if you can | Super Unleaded (E5) 170.4p 2.5% (+4.1p) 7d avg: 168.4p Hold off if you can | Diesel (B7) 183.9p 4% (+7p) 7d avg: 180.2p Hold off if you can | Super Diesel (SDV) 201.4p 2.5% (+5p) 7d avg: 198.8p Hold off if you can |

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

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Durham 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 Wednesday, 1st April 2026 at 16:15
8
Local Stations
15
Brands (DH Area)
9.0p
Max Price Gap
#80
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 145.9p at SAINSBURY'S
  • Potential savings: Up to £4.95 per tank
  • 42 stations tracked across 15 brands

Motorists in Durham are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in DH have Increased 4.2p (2.8%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Durham could save you up to 9.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £4.95 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Durham has 42 active fuel stations across 15 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.36 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 14.4p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Durham, Durham:
145.9p at SAINSBURY'S, UNIT K, ARNISON RETAIL CENTRE, PITY ME, DURHAM, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Durham, Durham:
176.9p at SAINSBURY'S, UNIT K, ARNISON RETAIL CENTRE, PITY ME, DURHAM, 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
37 / 42 Stations (88.1%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
32 / 42 Stations (76.2%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
38 / 42 Stations (90.5%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
25 / 42 Stations (59.5%)

Top 7 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SAINSBURY'S
UNIT K, ARNISON RETAIL CENTRE, PITY ME, DURHAM, ENGLAND , DH1 5GD
145.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
Tesco Stores Ltd Dragon Lane Durham , DH1 2XQ
148.9p
+3.0p
3
TESCO
DRAGONS LN, DRAGONVILLE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, DURHAM, ENGLAND , DH1 2XA
148.9p
+3.0p
4
SHELL
HIGH STREET, DURHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, UNITED KINGDOM , DH1 1LU
149.9p
+4.0p
5
ST. GILES SERVICE STATION, GILESGATE, DURHAM, DH1 1JA, DURHAM, DURHAM, E , DH1 1JA
152.9p
+7.0p
6
ESSO
ALMA PLACE, DURHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, ENGLAND , DH1 2HN
153.9p
+8.0p
7
ESSO
NEVILLES CROSS BANK, STONEBRIDGE, COUNTY DURHAM, ENGLAND , DH1 3RY
154.9p
+9.0p

Top 7 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 Durham area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SAINSBURY'S
UNIT K, ARNISON RETAIL CENTRE, PITY ME, DURHAM, ENGLAND , DH1 5GD
176.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
Tesco Stores Ltd Dragon Lane Durham , DH1 2XQ
178.9p
+2.0p
3
TESCO
DRAGONS LN, DRAGONVILLE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, DURHAM, ENGLAND , DH1 2XA
178.9p
+2.0p
4
SHELL
HIGH STREET, DURHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, UNITED KINGDOM , DH1 1LU
184.9p
+8.0p
5
ST. GILES SERVICE STATION, GILESGATE, DURHAM, DH1 1JA, DURHAM, DURHAM, E , DH1 1JA
184.9p
+8.0p
6
ESSO
ALMA PLACE, DURHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, ENGLAND , DH1 2HN
185.9p
+9.0p
7
ESSO
NEVILLES CROSS BANK, STONEBRIDGE, COUNTY DURHAM, ENGLAND , DH1 3RY
189.9p
+13.0p

How to save on fuel in Durham

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 Durham.

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

"Durham benefits from strong market competition with 15 brands operating across 42 stations. Prices have climbed 4.2p this week, so filling up sooner rather than later is advisable, while with a 14.4p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £7.92 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of April 1, 2026, the cheapest station is SAINSBURY'S at 145.9p per litre.

There is currently a 9.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Durham. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £4.95 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: 16:36, 01 Apr 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 Durham was last synchronized at 16:15 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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CheckFuelPrices is independent. We do not accept payment from fuel brands to alter rankings. Read our full policy.

📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) 4.2p
Was: 150.1p → Now: 154.3p
Diesel (B7) 8p
Was: 174.8p → Now: 182.8p

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Popular Brands in Durham
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