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 Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington 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 20:55
9
Local Stations
17
Brands (LU Area)
31.0p
Max Price Gap
#42
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 149.9p at SAINSBURY'S
  • Potential savings: Up to £17.05 per tank
  • 36 stations tracked across 17 brands
  • Prices have decreased 1p this week

Motorists in Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington are currently experiencing competitive fuel prices, with average costs below the national median. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in LU have Decreased 1p (0.6%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington could save you up to 31.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £17.05 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington has 36 active fuel stations across 17 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.47 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 19.8p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Dunstable, Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington:
149.9p at SAINSBURY'S, 2-8 LUTON ROAD, DUNSTABLE, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Dunstable, Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington:
184.9p at BP, LUTON ROAD, DUNSTABLE, BEDFORSHIRE, ENGLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
36 / 36 Stations (100%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
32 / 36 Stations (88.9%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
36 / 36 Stations (100%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
23 / 36 Stations (63.9%)

Top 9 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SAINSBURY'S
2-8 LUTON ROAD, DUNSTABLE, ENGLAND , LU5 4RF
149.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
SKIMPOT RD, DUNSTABLE, ENGLAND , LU5 4JU
152.9p
+3.0p
3
JET
GEORGINA SERVICE STATION, 22-36, HIGH STREET, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, England , LU5 5BJ
152.9p
+3.0p
4
ESSO
7 THE GREEN, HOUGHTON REGIS, BEDFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , LU5 5LB
154.9p
+5.0p
5
SHELL
POYNTERS ROAD, DUNSTABLE, BEDFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , LU5 4SN
154.9p
+5.0p
6
NORBURY HILL SERVICE STATION
NORBURY HILL GARAGE, 80, DUNSTABLE ROAD, TODDINGTON, DUNSTABLE, England , LU5 6DR
154.9p
+5.0p
7
BP
LUTON ROAD, DUNSTABLE, BEDFORSHIRE, ENGLAND , LU5 4LW
155.9p
+6.0p
8
BP
TODDINGTON SERVICE AREA, M1, TODDINGTON, BEDFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , LU5 6HR
180.9p
+31.0p
9
BP
TODDINGTON SERVICE AREA, M1, TODDINGTON, BEDFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , LU5 6HR
180.9p
+31.0p

Top 9 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 Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
BP
LUTON ROAD, DUNSTABLE, BEDFORSHIRE, ENGLAND , LU5 4LW
184.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SAINSBURY'S
2-8 LUTON ROAD, DUNSTABLE, ENGLAND , LU5 4RF
186.9p
+2.0p
3
ESSO
7 THE GREEN, HOUGHTON REGIS, BEDFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , LU5 5LB
187.9p
+3.0p
4
TESCO
SKIMPOT RD, DUNSTABLE, ENGLAND , LU5 4JU
187.9p
+3.0p
5
JET
GEORGINA SERVICE STATION, 22-36, HIGH STREET, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, England , LU5 5BJ
187.9p
+3.0p
6
SHELL
POYNTERS ROAD, DUNSTABLE, BEDFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , LU5 4SN
189.9p
+5.0p
7
NORBURY HILL SERVICE STATION
NORBURY HILL GARAGE, 80, DUNSTABLE ROAD, TODDINGTON, DUNSTABLE, England , LU5 6DR
189.9p
+5.0p
8
BP
TODDINGTON SERVICE AREA, M1, TODDINGTON, BEDFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , LU5 6HR
204.9p
+20.0p
9
BP
TODDINGTON SERVICE AREA, M1, TODDINGTON, BEDFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , LU5 6HR
204.9p
+20.0p

How to save on fuel in Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington

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 Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington.

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

"Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington benefits from strong market competition with 17 brands operating across 36 stations. With a 19.8p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £10.89 per tank, while interestingly, SAINSBURY'S 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 May 3, 2026, the cheapest station is SAINSBURY'S at 149.9p per litre.

There is currently a 31.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £17.05 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (SAINSBURY'S) 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: 21:12, 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 Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington was last synchronized at 20:55 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) 1p
Was: 157.5p → Now: 156.5p
Diesel (B7) 1.7p
Was: 191.4p → Now: 189.7p

Visualise the Savings

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Popular Brands in Dunstable (East including Woodside Estate), Bidwell, Chalgrave, Fancott, Harlington, Houghton Regis (including Townsend Industrial Estate), Thorn, Toddington
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