Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 156.8p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 156.8p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.1p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 174.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 188.1p 0.4% (-0.8p) 7d avg: 188.4p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 208.1p 0.3% (-0.6p) 7d avg: 208.3p Prices stable |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 156.8p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 156.8p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.1p 0.1% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 174.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 188.1p 0.4% (-0.8p) 7d avg: 188.4p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 208.1p 0.3% (-0.6p) 7d avg: 208.3p Prices stable |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in High Barnet, Arkley: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the High Barnet, Arkley 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 Sunday, 3rd May 2026 at 19:55
3
Local Stations
13
Brands (EN Area)
2.0p
Max Price Gap
#77
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 157.9p at ESSO
  • Potential savings: Up to £1.10 per tank
  • 40 stations tracked across 13 brands

Motorists in High Barnet, Arkley are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in EN have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in High Barnet, Arkley 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

High Barnet, Arkley has 40 active fuel stations across 13 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.33 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 15.0p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Barnet, High Barnet, Arkley:
157.9p at ESSO, 93-101 WOOD STREET, BARNET, HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Barnet, High Barnet, Arkley:
189.9p at BP, GREAT NORTH ROAD, BARNET, HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
38 / 40 Stations (95%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
35 / 40 Stations (87.5%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
37 / 40 Stations (92.5%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
20 / 40 Stations (50%)

Top 3 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in High Barnet, Arkley today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ESSO
93-101 WOOD STREET, BARNET, HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , EN5 4BX
157.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SHELL
STIRLING CORNER, BARNET, HERTFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , EN5 3JG
157.9p
+0.0p
3
BP
GREAT NORTH ROAD, BARNET, HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , EN5 1EQ
159.9p
+2.0p

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 High Barnet, Arkley area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
BP
GREAT NORTH ROAD, BARNET, HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , EN5 1EQ
189.9p
BEST PRICE
2
ESSO
93-101 WOOD STREET, BARNET, HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , EN5 4BX
189.9p
+0.0p
3
SHELL
STIRLING CORNER, BARNET, HERTFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , EN5 3JG
189.9p
+0.0p

How to save on fuel in High Barnet, Arkley

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 High Barnet, Arkley.

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

"High Barnet, Arkley benefits from strong market competition with 13 brands operating across 40 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while with a 15.0p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £8.25 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of May 3, 2026, the cheapest station is ESSO at 157.9p per litre.

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

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (ESSO) 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: 20:12, 03 May 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 High Barnet, Arkley was last synchronized at 19:55 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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📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) Stable
Was: 157.9p → Now: 157.9p
Diesel (B7) 0.7p
Was: 190.4p → Now: 189.7p

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Popular Brands in High Barnet, Arkley
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