Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 154.5p 0.8% (-1.3p) 7d avg: 155.1p Prices dipping | Super Unleaded (E5) 172.2p 0.6% (-1.1p) 7d avg: 172.7p Prices dipping | Diesel (B7) 176.2p 1.6% (-2.9p) 7d avg: 177.5p Prices dipping | Super Diesel (SDV) 195.7p 1.4% (-2.8p) 7d avg: 197p Prices dipping |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 154.5p 0.8% (-1.3p) 7d avg: 155.1p Prices dipping | Super Unleaded (E5) 172.2p 0.6% (-1.1p) 7d avg: 172.7p Prices dipping | Diesel (B7) 176.2p 1.6% (-2.9p) 7d avg: 177.5p Prices dipping | Super Diesel (SDV) 195.7p 1.4% (-2.8p) 7d avg: 197p Prices dipping |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton 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, 22nd June 2026 at 17:15
2
Local Stations
20
Brands (EH Area)
2.0p
Max Price Gap
#60
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 154.9p at Highland Fuels
  • Potential savings: Up to £1.10 per tank
  • 90 stations tracked across 20 brands
  • Prices have decreased 0.7p this week

Motorists in Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in EH have Decreased 0.7p (0.4%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton could save you up to 2.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £1.10 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton has 90 active fuel stations across 20 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.22 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 31.4p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Longniddry, Prestonpans, Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton:
154.9p at Highland Fuels, John Hastie & Son Ltd, Redburn Garage , Mid Road, Prestonpans

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Longniddry, Prestonpans, Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton:
179.9p at Highland Fuels, John Hastie & Son Ltd, Redburn Garage , Mid Road, Prestonpans

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
89 / 90 Stations (98.9%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
74 / 90 Stations (82.2%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
88 / 90 Stations (97.8%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
48 / 90 Stations (53.3%)

Top 2 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Highland Fuels
John Hastie & Son Ltd, Redburn Garage , Mid Road, Prestonpans , EH32 9ER
154.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Links Road Garage
Links Road Garage, Links Road, Port Seton , EH32 0DU
156.9p
+2.0p

Top 2 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 Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Highland Fuels
John Hastie & Son Ltd, Redburn Garage , Mid Road, Prestonpans , EH32 9ER
179.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Links Road Garage
Links Road Garage, Links Road, Port Seton , EH32 0DU
182.9p
+3.0p

How to save on fuel in Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton

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 Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton.

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

"Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton benefits from strong market competition with 20 brands operating across 90 stations. With a 31.4p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £17.27 per tank, while interestingly, Highland Fuels 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 22, 2026, the cheapest station is Highland Fuels at 154.9p per litre.

There is currently a 2.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £1.10 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (Highland Fuels) 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: 17:17, 22 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 Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton was last synchronized at 17:15 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.

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) 0.7p
Was: 156p → Now: 155.3p
Diesel (B7) 1.5p
Was: 176.6p → Now: 178.1p

Visualise the Savings

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Popular Brands in Prestonpans, Cockenzie, Port Seton
Highland Fuels Links Road Garage