Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 156.8p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 156.8p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.1p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 174.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 188p 0.4% (-0.7p) 7d avg: 188.2p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 208.1p 0.2% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 208.2p Prices stable |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 156.8p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 156.8p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.1p 0% (0p) 7d avg: 174.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 188p 0.4% (-0.7p) 7d avg: 188.2p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 208.1p 0.2% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 208.2p Prices stable |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways 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 Monday, 4th May 2026 at 09:55
18
Local Stations
28
Brands (M Area)
24.0p
Max Price Gap
#20
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 135.9p at Texaco
  • Potential savings: Up to £13.20 per tank
  • 116 stations tracked across 28 brands

Motorists in Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways are currently enjoying some of the lowest fuel prices in the UK, ranking in the top 17% nationally. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in M have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways 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

Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways has 116 active fuel stations across 28 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.24 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 19.6p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Manchester, Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways:
135.9p at Texaco, SANDGATE SERVICE STATION, 15, LOSTOCK ROAD, URMSTON, MANCHESTER, England

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Manchester, Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways:
144.9p at Texaco, SANDGATE SERVICE STATION, 15, LOSTOCK ROAD, URMSTON, MANCHESTER, England

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
115 / 116 Stations (99.1%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
99 / 116 Stations (85.3%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
115 / 116 Stations (99.1%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
72 / 116 Stations (62.1%)

Top 10 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Texaco
SANDGATE SERVICE STATION, 15, LOSTOCK ROAD, URMSTON, MANCHESTER, England , M41 0SU
135.9p
BEST PRICE
2
COSTCO WHOLESALE
BARTON DOCK ROAD, TRAFFORD PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M41 7PP
147.9p
+12.0p
3
TESCO
TESCO STORES LTD, CRAB TREE LANE, ATHERTON, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M46 0AG
149.9p
+14.0p
4
TESCO
MANCHESTER RD, DROYLSDEN, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M43 6TQ
150.9p
+15.0p
5
MORRISONS
BURY NEW ROAD, WHITEFIELD, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M45 7SE
151.9p
+16.0p
6
Texaco
SHELL IRLAM STATION, LIVERPOOL ROAD, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, England , M44 6EH
151.9p
+16.0p
7
ASDA
BARTON DOCK ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M41 7ZA
152.7p
+16.8p
8
TESCO
WOODROW WAY, FAIRHILLS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M44 6BL
152.9p
+17.0p
9
TEXACO
ST MARYS ROAD, NEWTON HEATH, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M40 3AR
153.9p
+18.0p
10
ESSO
571 OLDHAM ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M40 5AF
153.9p
+18.0p

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 Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Texaco
SANDGATE SERVICE STATION, 15, LOSTOCK ROAD, URMSTON, MANCHESTER, England , M41 0SU
144.9p
BEST PRICE
2
COSTCO WHOLESALE
BARTON DOCK ROAD, TRAFFORD PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M41 7PP
173.9p
+29.0p
3
TESCO
MANCHESTER RD, DROYLSDEN, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M43 6TQ
180.9p
+36.0p
4
TESCO
TESCO STORES LTD, CRAB TREE LANE, ATHERTON, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M46 0AG
180.9p
+36.0p
5
MORRISONS
BURY NEW ROAD, WHITEFIELD, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M45 7SE
184.9p
+40.0p
6
Texaco
SHELL IRLAM STATION, LIVERPOOL ROAD, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, England , M44 6EH
184.9p
+40.0p
7
ASDA
BARTON DOCK ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M41 7ZA
185.7p
+40.8p
8
TEXACO
ST MARYS ROAD, NEWTON HEATH, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M40 3AR
185.9p
+41.0p
9
TESCO
WOODROW WAY, FAIRHILLS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M44 6BL
185.9p
+41.0p
10
ESSO
571 OLDHAM ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND , M40 5AF
186.9p
+42.0p

How to save on fuel in Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways

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 Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways.

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

"Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways benefits from strong market competition with 28 brands operating across 116 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while ranking in the top 17% nationally makes this an excellent area for fuel savings."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of May 4, 2026, the cheapest station is Texaco at 135.9p per litre.

There is currently a 24.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £13.20 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (Texaco) 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: 10:06, 04 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 Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways was last synchronized at 09:55 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) Stable
Was: 155.5p → Now: 155.5p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 187.7p → Now: 187.5p

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Popular Brands in Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Strangeways
Texaco COSTCO WHOLESALE TESCO MORRISONS ASDA