Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw 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 Friday, 6th February 2026 at 02:50
4
Local Stations
10
Brands (EN Area)
14.0p
Max Price Gap
#80
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 131.9p at Esso
  • Potential savings: Up to £7.70 per tank
  • 33 stations tracked across 10 brands

Motorists in Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in EN have Increased 0.6p (0.5%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw 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

Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw has 33 active fuel stations across 10 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.30 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 5.6p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Potters Bar, Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw:
131.9p at Esso, MFG Potters Bar, 46 Barnet Road, Potters Bar

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Potters Bar, Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw:
139.9p at TESCO, Mutton Ln Potters Bar

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
33 / 33 Stations (100%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
26 / 33 Stations (78.8%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
26 / 33 Stations (78.8%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Limited availability
8 / 33 Stations (24.2%)

Top 4 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Esso
MFG Potters Bar, 46 Barnet Road, Potters Bar , EN6 2QU
131.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
Mutton Ln Potters Bar , EN6 2PB
131.9p
+0.0p
3
BP
48 High Street , EN6 5AB
135.9p
+4.0p
4
BP
St Albans Road , EN6 3QQ
145.9p
+14.0p

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 Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
TESCO
Mutton Ln Potters Bar , EN6 2PB
139.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Esso
MFG Potters Bar, 46 Barnet Road, Potters Bar , EN6 2QU
141.9p
+2.0p

How to save on fuel in Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw

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 Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw.

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

"Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw benefits from strong market competition with 10 brands operating across 33 stations. With a 5.6p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £3.08 per tank, while interestingly, Esso 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 February 6, 2026, the cheapest station is Esso at 131.9p per litre.

There is currently a 14.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £7.70 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: 03:10, 06 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 Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw was last synchronized at 02:50 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) 0.6p
Was: 132.9p → Now: 133.5p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 142.3p → Now: 142.6p

Visualise the Savings

View 6 local stations on our interactive map.

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Popular Brands in Potters Bar, South Mimms, Cuffley, Northaw
Esso TESCO BP