Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.7p 0.4% (-0.7p) 7d avg: 168p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 186.9p 0.3% (-0.6p) 7d avg: 187.2p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 195.1p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 195.2p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 216.4p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 216.5p Prices stable |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.7p 0.4% (-0.7p) 7d avg: 168p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 186.9p 0.3% (-0.6p) 7d avg: 187.2p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 195.1p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 195.2p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 216.4p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 216.5p Prices stable |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield 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, 1st November 2026 at 23:16
6
Local Stations
31
Brands (OX Area)
33.0p
Max Price Gap
#99
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 162.9p at SHELL LITTLE WAITROSE HEADINGTON
  • Potential savings: Up to £18.15 per tank
  • 81 stations tracked across 31 brands
  • Prices have decreased 5.2p this week

Motorists in North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in OX have Decreased 5.2p (3%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield could save you up to 33.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £18.15 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield has 81 active fuel stations across 31 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.38 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 20.0p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Oxford, North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield:
162.9p at SHELL LITTLE WAITROSE HEADINGTON, LONDON ROAD, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Oxford, North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield:
188.9p at SHELL LITTLE WAITROSE HEADINGTON, LONDON ROAD, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
81 / 81 Stations (100%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
69 / 81 Stations (85.2%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
81 / 81 Stations (100%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
51 / 81 Stations (63%)

Top 6 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SHELL LITTLE WAITROSE HEADINGTON
LONDON ROAD, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , OX3 7RD
162.9p
BEST PRICE
2
BP
CHERWELL DRIVE, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , OX3 0NA
172.9p
+10.0p
3
ASDA WHEATLEY SUPERSTORE
LONDON ROAD, WHEATLEY, ENGLAND , OX33 1YZ
174.9p
+12.0p
4
pace
HORSPATH SERVICE STATION, OXFORD ROAD, HORSPATH, OXFORD, England , OX33 1RT
174.9p
+12.0p
5
The Co-operative
36 OAKLEY ROAD, CHINNOR, OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , OX39 4HB
174.9p
+12.0p
6
BP
MOTORWAY SERVICES, WATERSTOCK, OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , OX33 1LJ
195.9p
+33.0p

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 North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SHELL LITTLE WAITROSE HEADINGTON
LONDON ROAD, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , OX3 7RD
188.9p
BEST PRICE
2
ASDA WHEATLEY SUPERSTORE
LONDON ROAD, WHEATLEY, ENGLAND , OX33 1YZ
196.9p
+8.0p
3
pace
HORSPATH SERVICE STATION, OXFORD ROAD, HORSPATH, OXFORD, England , OX33 1RT
196.9p
+8.0p
4
BP
CHERWELL DRIVE, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , OX3 0NA
199.9p
+11.0p
5
The Co-operative
36 OAKLEY ROAD, CHINNOR, OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , OX39 4HB
199.9p
+11.0p
6
BP
MOTORWAY SERVICES, WATERSTOCK, OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , OX33 1LJ
219.9p
+31.0p

How to save on fuel in North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield

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 North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield.

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

"North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield benefits from strong market competition with 31 brands operating across 81 stations. The recent 5.2p price drop presents excellent buying opportunities, 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 November 1, 2026, the cheapest station is SHELL LITTLE WAITROSE HEADINGTON at 162.9p per litre.

There is currently a 33.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £18.15 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (SHELL LITTLE WAITROSE HEADINGTON) 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: 23:51, 01 Nov 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 North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield was last synchronized at 23:16 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.

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) 5.2p
Was: 175.1p → Now: 169.9p
Diesel (B7) 3.5p
Was: 199.7p → Now: 196.2p

Visualise the Savings

View 12 local stations on our interactive map.

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Popular Brands in North East Oxford, Headington, Marston, Elsfield
SHELL LITTLE WAITROSE HEADINGTON BP ASDA WHEATLEY SUPERSTORE pace The Co-operative