Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote 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
5
Local Stations
26
Brands (RG Area)
31.0p
Max Price Gap
#95
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 126.9p at Esso
  • Potential savings: Up to £17.05 per tank
  • 92 stations tracked across 26 brands

Motorists in Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in RG have Increased 0.6p (0.5%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote 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

Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote has 92 active fuel stations across 26 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.28 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 9.3p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Reading, Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote:
126.9p at Esso, MFG Norcot, 856 Oxford Road, Reading

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Reading, Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote:
136.9p at TESCO, Tesco Superstore Portman Road Reading

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
83 / 92 Stations (90.2%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
69 / 92 Stations (75%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
69 / 92 Stations (75%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
33 / 92 Stations (35.9%)

Top 5 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Esso
MFG Norcot, 856 Oxford Road, Reading , RG30 1EL
126.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
Tesco Superstore Portman Road Reading , RG30 1AW
127.9p
+1.0p
3
ESSO
Bath Road, READING , RG30 2EU
129.9p
+3.0p
4
BP
M4 Motorway Westbound , RG30 3UQ
157.9p
+31.0p
5
BP
M4 Motorway Eastbound , RG30 3UQ
157.9p
+31.0p

Top 3 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 Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
TESCO
Tesco Superstore Portman Road Reading , RG30 1AW
136.9p
BEST PRICE
2
ESSO
Bath Road, READING , RG30 2EU
138.9p
+2.0p
3
Esso
MFG Norcot, 856 Oxford Road, Reading , RG30 1EL
138.9p
+2.0p

How to save on fuel in Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote

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 Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote.

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

"Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote benefits from strong market competition with 26 brands operating across 92 stations. However, prices rank in the bottom 19% nationally, suggesting room for improvement, while with a 9.3p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £5.12 per tank."

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 Esso at 126.9p per litre.

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

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (Esso) 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: 03:09, 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 Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote 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

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📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) 0.6p
Was: 133.6p → Now: 134.2p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 142.6p → Now: 142.9p

Visualise the Savings

View 8 local stations on our interactive map.

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Popular Brands in Tilehurst, Purley-on-Thames, Southcote
Esso TESCO ESSO BP