Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm 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
2
Local Stations
11
Brands (SW Area)
5.0p
Max Price Gap
#75
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 132.9p at Sainsbury's
  • Potential savings: Up to £2.75 per tank
  • 44 stations tracked across 11 brands
  • Prices have decreased 0.6p this week

Motorists in Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in SW have Decreased 0.6p (0.4%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm could save you up to 5.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £2.75 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm has 44 active fuel stations across 11 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.25 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 21.2p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in London, Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm:
132.9p at Sainsbury's, 39 Nightingale Lane

Cheapest B7 Diesel in London, Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm:
141.9p at Sainsbury's, 39 Nightingale Lane

As expected, the supermarket chains are leading the price war in Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm, aggressively undercutting the major oil brands.

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
41 / 44 Stations (93.2%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
30 / 44 Stations (68.2%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
38 / 44 Stations (86.4%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
14 / 44 Stations (31.8%)

Top 2 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Sainsbury's
39 Nightingale Lane , SW12 8SY
132.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SHELL
75 BALHAM HILL , SW12 9DP
137.9p
+5.0p

Top 2 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 Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Sainsbury's
39 Nightingale Lane , SW12 8SY
141.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SHELL
75 BALHAM HILL , SW12 9DP
144.9p
+3.0p

How to save on fuel in Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm

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 Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm.

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

"Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm benefits from strong market competition with 11 brands operating across 44 stations. With a 21.2p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £11.66 per tank, while supermarkets like Sainsbury's continue to undercut traditional forecourts."

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 Sainsbury's at 132.9p per litre.

There is currently a 5.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £2.75 per tank.

Yes, currently supermarkets (Sainsbury's) are offering the lowest prices in the area.

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 Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm 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

CheckFuelPrices is independent. We do not accept payment from fuel brands to alter rankings. Read our full policy.

📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) 0.6p
Was: 133.9p → Now: 133.3p
Diesel (B7) 0.5p
Was: 142.4p → Now: 141.9p

Visualise the Savings

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Popular Brands in Balham, Clapham South, Hyde Farm
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