Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley 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
19
Brands (SS Area)
1.0p
Max Price Gap
#115
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 133.9p at BP
  • Potential savings: Up to £0.55 per tank
  • 47 stations tracked across 19 brands

Motorists in Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in SS have Increased 5.6p (4.2%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley could save you up to 1.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £0.55 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley has 47 active fuel stations across 19 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.40 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 15.0p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Benfleet, Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley:
133.9p at BP, 36 London Road (A13)

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Benfleet, Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley:
141.9p at Sainsbury's, 21 Stadium Way

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
43 / 47 Stations (91.5%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
36 / 47 Stations (76.6%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Moderate availability
34 / 47 Stations (72.3%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
20 / 47 Stations (42.6%)

Top 5 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
BP
36 London Road (A13) , SS7 2QP
133.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Esso
MFG Kents Hill, 280 High Road, Benfleet , SS7 5HB
133.9p
+0.0p
3
Esso
MFG Benfleet, 175-179 Kiln Road, Benfleet , SS7 1SJ
133.9p
+0.0p
4
Sainsbury's
21 Stadium Way , SS7 3UB
133.9p
+0.0p
5
TEXACO
164 Church Road, Benfleet, Essex , SS7 4EN
134.9p
+1.0p

Top 4 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 Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Sainsbury's
21 Stadium Way , SS7 3UB
141.9p
BEST PRICE
2
Esso
MFG Kents Hill, 280 High Road, Benfleet , SS7 5HB
142.9p
+1.0p
3
Esso
MFG Benfleet, 175-179 Kiln Road, Benfleet , SS7 1SJ
142.9p
+1.0p
4
TEXACO
164 Church Road, Benfleet, Essex , SS7 4EN
143.9p
+2.0p

How to save on fuel in Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley

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 Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley.

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

"Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley benefits from strong market competition with 19 brands operating across 47 stations. Prices have climbed 5.6p this week, so filling up sooner rather than later is advisable, while however, prices rank in the bottom 3% 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 BP at 133.9p per litre.

There is currently a 1.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £0.55 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (BP) 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: 03:08, 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 Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley 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) 5.6p
Was: 133.3p → Now: 138.9p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 141.5p → Now: 141.7p

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Popular Brands in Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley
BP Esso Sainsbury's TEXACO