Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Barnstaple: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Barnstaple 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
10
Local Stations
29
Brands (EX Area)
7.0p
Max Price Gap
#96
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 127.9p at Esso
  • Potential savings: Up to £3.85 per tank
  • 77 stations tracked across 29 brands

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

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Barnstaple could save you up to 7.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £3.85 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Barnstaple has 77 active fuel stations across 29 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.38 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 8.4p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Barnstaple, Barnstaple:
127.9p at Esso, SticklePath Hill

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Barnstaple, Barnstaple:
131.9p at Esso, SticklePath Hill

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
74 / 77 Stations (96.1%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
55 / 77 Stations (71.4%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
72 / 77 Stations (93.5%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
21 / 77 Stations (27.3%)

Top 10 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Esso
SticklePath Hill , EX31 2BU
127.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Asda
Anchorwood Retail Park, Taw Wharf, Barnstaple , EX31 2BN
128.7p
+0.8p
3
Sainsbury's
Gratton Way, Roundswell Buisness Park , EX31 3NH
128.9p
+1.0p
4
BP
MFG Roundswell, A39 Atlantic Highway, Barnstaple , EX31 3RZ
128.9p
+1.0p
5
Stickle Path Service Station
Global fuel sticklepath service station Sticklepath hill, Devon , EX31 2BU
128.9p
+1.0p
6
Texaco
Sticklepath hill ,Devon, , EX31 2BU
128.9p
+1.0p
7
TESCO
Barnstaple Retail Park Barnstaple Devon , EX31 2AS
129.9p
+2.0p
8
Harvest Energy
Bury Road , EX31 4BN
130.9p
+3.0p
9
Chivenor Service Station
Chivenor service Station Chivenor Cross, Chivenor, Braunton , EX31 4BN
133.9p
+6.0p
10
Murco
Chivenor Cross, Chivenor, Braunton , EX31 4BN
134.9p
+7.0p

Top 10 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 Barnstaple area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Esso
SticklePath Hill , EX31 2BU
131.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Asda
Anchorwood Retail Park, Taw Wharf, Barnstaple , EX31 2BN
136.7p
+4.8p
3
Sainsbury's
Gratton Way, Roundswell Buisness Park , EX31 3NH
136.9p
+5.0p
4
TESCO
Barnstaple Retail Park Barnstaple Devon , EX31 2AS
136.9p
+5.0p
5
Stickle Path Service Station
Global fuel sticklepath service station Sticklepath hill, Devon , EX31 2BU
136.9p
+5.0p
6
Texaco
Sticklepath hill ,Devon, , EX31 2BU
136.9p
+5.0p
7
Harvest Energy
Bury Road , EX31 4BN
137.9p
+6.0p
8
BP
MFG Roundswell, A39 Atlantic Highway, Barnstaple , EX31 3RZ
138.9p
+7.0p
9
Murco
Chivenor Cross, Chivenor, Braunton , EX31 4BN
139.9p
+8.0p
10
Chivenor Service Station
Chivenor service Station Chivenor Cross, Chivenor, Braunton , EX31 4BN
143.9p
+12.0p

How to save on fuel in Barnstaple

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 Barnstaple.

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

"Barnstaple benefits from strong market competition with 29 brands operating across 77 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while however, prices rank in the bottom 19% nationally, suggesting room for improvement."

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 127.9p per litre.

There is currently a 7.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Barnstaple. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £3.85 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: 03:07, 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 Barnstaple 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) Stable
Was: 134.2p → Now: 134.3p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 142.9p → Now: 143.1p

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Popular Brands in Barnstaple
Esso Asda Sainsbury's BP Stickle Path Service Station