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

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Rainham 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
7
Local Stations
25
Brands (ME Area)
31.0p
Max Price Gap
#99
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 129.9p at Asda Express
  • Potential savings: Up to £17.05 per tank
  • 76 stations tracked across 25 brands

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

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

Rainham has 76 active fuel stations across 25 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.33 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 5.5p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Gillingham, Rainham:
129.9p at Asda Express, Cornwallis Roundabout, Gillingham

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Gillingham, Rainham:
140.9p at Asda Express, Cornwallis Roundabout, Gillingham

As expected, the supermarket chains are leading the price war in Rainham, aggressively undercutting the major oil brands.

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
71 / 76 Stations (93.4%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
50 / 76 Stations (65.8%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
67 / 76 Stations (88.2%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
30 / 76 Stations (39.5%)

Top 6 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Asda Express
Cornwallis Roundabout, Gillingham , ME8 6PS
129.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Asda
217/225 High Street, Rainham, Gillingham , ME8 8AY
129.9p
+0.0p
3
TESCO
Tesco Stores Ltd Courteney Road Gillingham , ME8 0GX
129.9p
+0.0p
4
SHELL
400 MAIDSTONE ROAD , ME8 0JA
135.9p
+6.0p
5
BP
Medway Service Area, M2 J4/5, Rainham, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 8PQ , ME8 8PQ
160.9p
+31.0p
6
BP
Medway Service Area, M2 J4/5, Rainham, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 8PQ , ME8 8PQ
160.9p
+31.0p

Top 6 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 Rainham area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Asda Express
Cornwallis Roundabout, Gillingham , ME8 6PS
140.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Asda
217/225 High Street, Rainham, Gillingham , ME8 8AY
140.9p
+0.0p
3
TESCO
Tesco Stores Ltd Courteney Road Gillingham , ME8 0GX
140.9p
+0.0p
4
SHELL
400 MAIDSTONE ROAD , ME8 0JA
145.9p
+5.0p
5
BP
Medway Service Area, M2 J4/5, Rainham, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 8PQ , ME8 8PQ
170.9p
+30.0p
6
BP
Medway Service Area, M2 J4/5, Rainham, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 8PQ , ME8 8PQ
170.9p
+30.0p

How to save on fuel in Rainham

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 Rainham.

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

"Rainham benefits from strong market competition with 25 brands operating across 76 stations. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while however, prices rank in the bottom 16% 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 Asda Express at 129.9p per litre.

There is currently a 31.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Rainham. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £17.05 per tank.

Yes, currently supermarkets (Asda Express) are offering the lowest prices in the area.

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 Rainham 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: 134.9p → Now: 134.4p
Diesel (B7) 0.6p
Was: 144.1p → Now: 143.5p

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Popular Brands in Rainham
Asda Express Asda TESCO SHELL BP