Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.9p 0.7% (+1.2p) 7d avg: 167.5p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 185.7p 0.5% (+1p) 7d avg: 185.4p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 193.4p 1.1% (+2.1p) 7d avg: 192.7p Slight rise | Super Diesel (SDV) 214p 1.4% (+2.9p) 7d avg: 213.3p Slight rise |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.9p 0.7% (+1.2p) 7d avg: 167.5p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 185.7p 0.5% (+1p) 7d avg: 185.4p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 193.4p 1.1% (+2.1p) 7d avg: 192.7p Slight rise | Super Diesel (SDV) 214p 1.4% (+2.9p) 7d avg: 213.3p Slight rise |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Leith, Newhaven: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Leith, Newhaven 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, 21st September 2026 at 02:15
3
Local Stations
21
Brands (EH Area)
14.0p
Max Price Gap
#36
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 161.9p at SHELL
  • Potential savings: Up to £7.70 per tank
  • 91 stations tracked across 21 brands
  • Prices have decreased 2.2p this week

Motorists in Leith, Newhaven are currently experiencing competitive fuel prices, with average costs below the national median. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in EH have Decreased 2.2p (1.3%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Leith, Newhaven could save you up to 14.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £7.70 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Leith, Newhaven has 91 active fuel stations across 21 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.23 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 43.0p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Edinburgh, Leith, Newhaven:
161.9p at SHELL, 7 7 SEAFIELD ROAD, LEITH, MIDLOTHIAN, UNITED KINGDOM

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Edinburgh, Leith, Newhaven:
190.7p at ASDA, 2 SANDPIPER DRIVE, EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
90 / 91 Stations (98.9%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
74 / 91 Stations (81.3%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
89 / 91 Stations (97.8%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
50 / 91 Stations (54.9%)

Top 3 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SHELL
7 7 SEAFIELD ROAD, LEITH, MIDLOTHIAN, UNITED KINGDOM , EH6 7LE
161.9p
BEST PRICE
2
ASDA
2 SANDPIPER DRIVE, EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND , EH6 6QJ
168.7p
+6.8p
3
BP
77 FERRY ROAD, EDINBURGH, WEST LOTHIAN, SCOTLAND , EH6 4AQ
175.9p
+14.0p

Top 3 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 Leith, Newhaven area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ASDA
2 SANDPIPER DRIVE, EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND , EH6 6QJ
190.7p
BEST PRICE
2
SHELL
7 7 SEAFIELD ROAD, LEITH, MIDLOTHIAN, UNITED KINGDOM , EH6 7LE
191.9p
+1.2p
3
BP
77 FERRY ROAD, EDINBURGH, WEST LOTHIAN, SCOTLAND , EH6 4AQ
199.9p
+9.2p

How to save on fuel in Leith, Newhaven

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 Leith, Newhaven.

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

"Leith, Newhaven benefits from strong market competition with 21 brands operating across 91 stations. The recent 2.2p price drop presents excellent buying opportunities, while with a 43.0p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £23.65 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of September 21, 2026, the cheapest station is SHELL at 161.9p per litre.

There is currently a 14.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Leith, Newhaven. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £7.70 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: 02:31, 21 Sep 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 Leith, Newhaven was last synchronized at 02:15 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) 2.2p
Was: 169.1p → Now: 166.9p
Diesel (B7) 1.8p
Was: 190.9p → Now: 192.7p

Visualise the Savings

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Popular Brands in Leith, Newhaven
SHELL ASDA BP