Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Thornley, Coxhoe: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Thornley, Coxhoe 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 Saturday, 7th February 2026 at 06:10
2
Local Stations
13
Brands (DH Area)
0.0p
Max Price Gap
#73
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 155.9p at SHELL
  • Potential savings: Up to £0.00 per tank
  • 23 stations tracked across 13 brands
  • Prices have decreased 2.5p this week

Motorists in Thornley, Coxhoe are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in DH have Decreased 2.5p (1.8%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Thornley, Coxhoe could save you up to 0.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £0.00 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: Moderate

Thornley, Coxhoe has 23 active fuel stations across 13 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.57 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 5.3p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Durham, Thornley, Coxhoe:
155.9p at SHELL, TURSDALE ROAD

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Durham, Thornley, Coxhoe:
166.9p at SHELL, TURSDALE ROAD

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
20 / 23 Stations (87%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
16 / 23 Stations (69.6%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
19 / 23 Stations (82.6%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
9 / 23 Stations (39.1%)

Top 1 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SHELL
TURSDALE ROAD , DH6 5NP
155.9p
BEST PRICE

Top 1 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 Thornley, Coxhoe area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SHELL
TURSDALE ROAD , DH6 5NP
166.9p
BEST PRICE

How to save on fuel in Thornley, Coxhoe

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 Thornley, Coxhoe.

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

"Thornley, Coxhoe's fuel market shows moderate competition among 13 brands. The recent 2.5p price drop presents excellent buying opportunities, while with a 5.3p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £2.92 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of February 7, 2026, the cheapest station is SHELL at 155.9p per litre.

There is currently a 0.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Thornley, Coxhoe. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £0.00 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (SHELL) 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: 06:46, 07 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 Thornley, Coxhoe was last synchronized at 06:10 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) 2.5p
Was: 135.5p → Now: 133p
Diesel (B7) 2.2p
Was: 145p → Now: 142.8p

Visualise the Savings

View 2 local stations on our interactive map.

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Popular Brands in Thornley, Coxhoe
SHELL