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 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 Sunday, 1st November 2026 at 23:16
5
Local Stations
18
Brands (SS Area)
16.0p
Max Price Gap
#5
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 155.9p at BP
  • Potential savings: Up to £8.80 per tank
  • 49 stations tracked across 18 brands
  • Prices have decreased 7.5p this week

Motorists in Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley are currently enjoying some of the lowest fuel prices in the UK, ranking in the top 4% nationally. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in SS have Decreased 7.5p (4.4%)

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 16.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £8.80 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley has 49 active fuel stations across 18 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.37 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 14.3p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Benfleet, Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley:
155.9p at BP, 36 LONDON ROAD (A13), BENFLEET, ESSEX, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Benfleet, Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley:
174.9p at SAINSBURYS, 21 STADIUM WAY, BENFLEET, ENGLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
49 / 49 Stations (100%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
46 / 49 Stations (93.9%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
49 / 49 Stations (100%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
33 / 49 Stations (67.3%)

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), BENFLEET, ESSEX, ENGLAND , SS7 2QP
155.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SAINSBURYS
21 STADIUM WAY, BENFLEET, ENGLAND , SS7 3UB
156.9p
+1.0p
3
TEXACO
164 CHURCH ROAD, BENFLEET, ESSEX, ENGLAND , SS7 4EN
170.9p
+15.0p
4
ESSO
280 HIGH ROAD, BENFLEET, ESSEX, ENGLAND , SS7 5HB
171.9p
+16.0p
5
ESSO
175-179 KILN ROAD, BENFLEET, ESSEX, ENGLAND , SS7 1SJ
171.9p
+16.0p

Top 5 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
SAINSBURYS
21 STADIUM WAY, BENFLEET, ENGLAND , SS7 3UB
174.9p
BEST PRICE
2
BP
36 LONDON ROAD (A13), BENFLEET, ESSEX, ENGLAND , SS7 2QP
187.9p
+13.0p
3
ESSO
280 HIGH ROAD, BENFLEET, ESSEX, ENGLAND , SS7 5HB
199.9p
+25.0p
4
ESSO
175-179 KILN ROAD, BENFLEET, ESSEX, ENGLAND , SS7 1SJ
199.9p
+25.0p
5
TEXACO
164 CHURCH ROAD, BENFLEET, ESSEX, ENGLAND , SS7 4EN
199.9p
+25.0p

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 18 brands operating across 49 stations. The recent 7.5p price drop presents excellent buying opportunities, while ranking in the top 4% nationally makes this an excellent area for fuel savings."

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 BP at 155.9p per litre.

There is currently a 16.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £8.80 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: 23:39, 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 Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley 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.

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📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) 7.5p
Was: 171.7p → Now: 164.2p
Diesel (B7) 4.7p
Was: 198p → Now: 193.3p

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Popular Brands in Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Thundersley
BP SAINSBURYS TEXACO ESSO