Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.4p 1.3% (+2.1p) 7d avg: 166.3p Slight rise | Super Unleaded (E5) 185.3p 0.9% (+1.6p) 7d avg: 184.4p Slight rise | Diesel (B7) 192.4p 1.7% (+3.2p) 7d avg: 190.7p Hold off if you can | Super Diesel (SDV) 213.3p 1.8% (+3.8p) 7d avg: 211p Hold off if you can |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.4p 1.3% (+2.1p) 7d avg: 166.3p Slight rise | Super Unleaded (E5) 185.3p 0.9% (+1.6p) 7d avg: 184.4p Slight rise | Diesel (B7) 192.4p 1.7% (+3.2p) 7d avg: 190.7p Hold off if you can | Super Diesel (SDV) 213.3p 1.8% (+3.8p) 7d avg: 211p Hold off if you can |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston 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 Thursday, 17th September 2026 at 17:16
12
Local Stations
44
Brands (LE Area)
24.0p
Max Price Gap
#55
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 152.9p at SAINSBURYS
  • Potential savings: Up to £13.20 per tank
  • 137 stations tracked across 44 brands

Motorists in Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston are currently experiencing competitive fuel prices, with average costs below the national median. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in LE have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston could save you up to 24.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £13.20 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston has 137 active fuel stations across 44 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.32 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 36.3p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Leicester, Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston:
152.9p at SAINSBURYS, MELTON ROAD, LEICESTER, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Leicester, Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston:
170.9p at SAINSBURYS, MELTON ROAD, LEICESTER, ENGLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
129 / 137 Stations (94.2%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
98 / 137 Stations (71.5%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
130 / 137 Stations (94.9%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
69 / 137 Stations (50.4%)

Top 10 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SAINSBURYS
MELTON ROAD, LEICESTER, ENGLAND , LE4 7PD
152.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
1 BRADGATE MALL, BEAUMONT SHOPPING CENTRE BEAUMONT LEYS, LEICESTER, ENGLAND , LE4 1DE
157.9p
+5.0p
3
TEXACO
Parker Drive, 126 Parker Drive, Leicester. , LE4 0JF
158.9p
+6.0p
4
ESSO
301 THURMASTON LANE, LEICESTER, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 9UX
158.9p
+6.0p
5
SHELL
A46/A6 A46/A6 TRUNK ROAD, BIRSTALL, LEICESTERSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , LE4 3BT
165.9p
+13.0p
6
COSTCO WHOLESALE
3 WESTMORELAND AVENUE, THURMASTON, LEICESTER, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 8PH
165.9p
+13.0p
7
ASDA
1 EXPLORATION DRIVE, LEICESTER, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 5NU
168.7p
+15.8p
8
ASDA
BARKBY THORPE LANE, LEICESTER, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 8GN
168.9p
+16.0p
9
BP
400 LOUGHBOROUGH ROAD, BIRSTALL, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 4BH
172.9p
+20.0p
10
VALERO
126 PARKER DRIVE, LEICESTER, LEICESTER, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 0JF
173.9p
+21.0p

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 Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SAINSBURYS
MELTON ROAD, LEICESTER, ENGLAND , LE4 7PD
170.9p
BEST PRICE
2
COSTCO WHOLESALE
3 WESTMORELAND AVENUE, THURMASTON, LEICESTER, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 8PH
184.9p
+14.0p
3
ASDA
BARKBY THORPE LANE, LEICESTER, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 8GN
188.7p
+17.8p
4
TEXACO
Parker Drive, 126 Parker Drive, Leicester. , LE4 0JF
189.9p
+19.0p
5
ASDA
1 EXPLORATION DRIVE, LEICESTER, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 5NU
189.9p
+19.0p
6
ESSO
301 THURMASTON LANE, LEICESTER, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 9UX
189.9p
+19.0p
7
TESCO
1 BRADGATE MALL, BEAUMONT SHOPPING CENTRE BEAUMONT LEYS, LEICESTER, ENGLAND , LE4 1DE
189.9p
+19.0p
8
SHELL
A46/A6 A46/A6 TRUNK ROAD, BIRSTALL, LEICESTERSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , LE4 3BT
193.9p
+23.0p
9
BP
400 LOUGHBOROUGH ROAD, BIRSTALL, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 4BH
195.9p
+25.0p
10
VALERO
126 PARKER DRIVE, LEICESTER, LEICESTER, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND , LE4 0JF
196.9p
+26.0p

How to save on fuel in Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston

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 Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston.

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

"Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston benefits from strong market competition with 44 brands operating across 137 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while with a 36.3p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £19.97 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of September 17, 2026, the cheapest station is SAINSBURYS at 152.9p per litre.

There is currently a 24.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £13.20 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (SAINSBURYS) 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: 17:44, 17 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 Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston was last synchronized at 17:16 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: 166.9p → Now: 167.2p
Diesel (B7) 3.2p
Was: 187.9p → Now: 191.1p

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Popular Brands in Birstall, Belgrave, Beaumont Leys, Thurmaston
SAINSBURYS TESCO TEXACO ESSO SHELL