Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge 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 Tuesday, 10th February 2026 at 11:10
3
Local Stations
26
Brands (LA Area)
3.0p
Max Price Gap
#112
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 128.9p at SHELL
  • Potential savings: Up to £1.65 per tank
  • 49 stations tracked across 26 brands

Motorists in Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in LA have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge could save you up to 3.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £1.65 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge has 49 active fuel stations across 26 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.53 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 7.1p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Ulverston, Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge:
128.9p at SHELL, OUBAS HILL

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Ulverston, Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge:
139.9p at SHELL, OUBAS HILL

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
46 / 49 Stations (93.9%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
25 / 49 Stations (51%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
44 / 49 Stations (89.8%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
16 / 49 Stations (32.7%)

Top 3 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SHELL
OUBAS HILL , LA12 7LA
128.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Esso
MOUNTBARROW LTD, MOUNTBARROW ROAD, ULVERSTON, LA12 9NR, ULVERSTON, England , LA12 9NR
129.9p
+1.0p
3
Esso
MFG Newby Bridge, A590 Newby Bridge, Ulverston , LA12 8ND
131.9p
+3.0p

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 Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SHELL
OUBAS HILL , LA12 7LA
139.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Esso
MFG Newby Bridge, A590 Newby Bridge, Ulverston , LA12 8ND
141.9p
+2.0p
3
Esso
MOUNTBARROW LTD, MOUNTBARROW ROAD, ULVERSTON, LA12 9NR, ULVERSTON, England , LA12 9NR
141.9p
+2.0p

How to save on fuel in Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge

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 Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge.

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

"Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge benefits from strong market competition with 26 brands operating across 49 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while however, prices rank in the bottom 5% 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 10, 2026, the cheapest station is SHELL at 128.9p per litre.

There is currently a 3.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £1.65 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: 11:20, 10 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 Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge was last synchronized at 11:10 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: 135p → Now: 134.8p
Diesel (B7) 1.3p
Was: 144.6p → Now: 143.3p

Visualise the Savings

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Popular Brands in Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge
SHELL Esso