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 East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley 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 22:16
6
Local Stations
31
Brands (OX Area)
20.0p
Max Price Gap
#100
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 153.9p at SAINSBURYS
  • Potential savings: Up to £11.00 per tank
  • 81 stations tracked across 31 brands
  • Prices have decreased 5.2p this week

Motorists in East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley 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 East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley could save you up to 20.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £11.00 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley 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, East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley:
153.9p at SAINSBURYS, HEYFORD HILL, LITTLEMORE, OXFORD, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Oxford, East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley:
175.9p at SAINSBURYS, HEYFORD HILL, LITTLEMORE, OXFORD, 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
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 East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SAINSBURYS
HEYFORD HILL, LITTLEMORE, OXFORD, ENGLAND , OX4 4XR
153.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
UNIT 7, OXFORD RETAIL PARK, AMBASSADOR AVENUE, COWLEY, OXFORD, ENGLAND , OX4 6XJ
155.9p
+2.0p
3
BP
THAME ROAD, STADHAMPTON, OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , OX44 7TR
159.9p
+6.0p
4
SHELL
44-48 GARSINGTON ROAD, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , OX4 2LG
161.9p
+8.0p
5
BP
54-56 OXFORD ROAD, COWLEY, OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , OX4 2DT
172.9p
+19.0p
6
BP
WATLINGTON SERVICE STATION, COUCHING STREET, WATLINGTON, OX49 5QF, WATLINGTON, England , OX49 5QF
173.9p
+20.0p

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 East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SAINSBURYS
HEYFORD HILL, LITTLEMORE, OXFORD, ENGLAND , OX4 4XR
175.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
UNIT 7, OXFORD RETAIL PARK, AMBASSADOR AVENUE, COWLEY, OXFORD, ENGLAND , OX4 6XJ
187.9p
+12.0p
3
SHELL
44-48 GARSINGTON ROAD, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , OX4 2LG
188.9p
+13.0p
4
BP
THAME ROAD, STADHAMPTON, OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , OX44 7TR
191.9p
+16.0p
5
BP
54-56 OXFORD ROAD, COWLEY, OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , OX4 2DT
199.9p
+24.0p
6
BP
WATLINGTON SERVICE STATION, COUCHING STREET, WATLINGTON, OX49 5QF, WATLINGTON, England , OX49 5QF
199.9p
+24.0p

How to save on fuel in East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley

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 East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley.

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

"East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley 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 15% 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 SAINSBURYS at 153.9p per litre.

There is currently a 20.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £11.00 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: 22:53, 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 East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley was last synchronized at 22:16 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 East Oxford, Cowley, Blackbird Leys, Sandford-on-Thames, Iffley
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