Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of March 31, 2026 Petrol (E10) 153.4p 2.5% (+3.8p) 7d avg: 151.3p Hold off if you can | Super Unleaded (E5) 170.1p 2.3% (+3.8p) 7d avg: 168.3p Hold off if you can | Diesel (B7) 183.9p 4% (+7p) 7d avg: 180.2p Hold off if you can | Super Diesel (SDV) 200.7p 2.2% (+4.3p) 7d avg: 198.7p Hold off if you can |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of March 31, 2026 Petrol (E10) 153.4p 2.5% (+3.8p) 7d avg: 151.3p Hold off if you can | Super Unleaded (E5) 170.1p 2.3% (+3.8p) 7d avg: 168.3p Hold off if you can | Diesel (B7) 183.9p 4% (+7p) 7d avg: 180.2p Hold off if you can | Super Diesel (SDV) 200.7p 2.2% (+4.3p) 7d avg: 198.7p Hold off if you can |

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

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Shaftesbury area. We analyze the market data to help you save on your next fill-up.

Jonathan Mathews
Automotive Data Analyst
10+ years automotive industry
Last Updated Wednesday, 1st April 2026 at 15:55
3
Local Stations
15
Brands (SP Area)
14.0p
Max Price Gap
#63
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 143.9p at
  • Potential savings: Up to £7.70 per tank
  • 39 stations tracked across 15 brands

Motorists in Shaftesbury are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in SP have Increased 4p (2.7%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Shaftesbury could save you up to 14.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £7.70 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Shaftesbury has 39 active fuel stations across 15 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.38 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 13.8p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury:
143.9p at , BLACKMORE VALE FILLING STATION, 1-14, SHERBORNE CAUSEWAY, SHAFTESBURY, SP7 9PX, SHAFTESBURY, DORSET, E

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury:
161.9p at , BLACKMORE VALE FILLING STATION, 1-14, SHERBORNE CAUSEWAY, SHAFTESBURY, SP7 9PX, SHAFTESBURY, DORSET, E

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
39 / 39 Stations (100%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
34 / 39 Stations (87.2%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
39 / 39 Stations (100%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
22 / 39 Stations (56.4%)

Top 3 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
BLACKMORE VALE FILLING STATION, 1-14, SHERBORNE CAUSEWAY, SHAFTESBURY, SP7 9PX, SHAFTESBURY, DORSET, E , SP7 9PX
143.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
CHRISTY'S LN, SHAFTESBURY, ENGLAND , SP7 8PF
152.9p
+9.0p
3
ESSO
IVY CROSS, SHAFTESBURY, ENGLAND , SP7 8DS
157.9p
+14.0p

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 Shaftesbury area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
BLACKMORE VALE FILLING STATION, 1-14, SHERBORNE CAUSEWAY, SHAFTESBURY, SP7 9PX, SHAFTESBURY, DORSET, E , SP7 9PX
161.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
CHRISTY'S LN, SHAFTESBURY, ENGLAND , SP7 8PF
180.9p
+19.0p
3
ESSO
IVY CROSS, SHAFTESBURY, ENGLAND , SP7 8DS
183.9p
+22.0p

How to save on fuel in Shaftesbury

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 Shaftesbury.

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

"Shaftesbury benefits from strong market competition with 15 brands operating across 39 stations. Prices have climbed 4p this week, so filling up sooner rather than later is advisable, while with a 13.8p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £7.59 per tank."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of April 1, 2026, the cheapest station is at 143.9p per litre.

There is currently a 14.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Shaftesbury. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £7.70 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand () 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: 15:58, 01 Apr 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 Shaftesbury was last synchronized at 15:55 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.

Editorial Policy

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📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) 4p
Was: 149.7p → Now: 153.7p
Diesel (B7) 7.9p
Was: 175.9p → Now: 183.8p
Popular Brands in Shaftesbury