Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 14, 2026 Petrol (E10) 157.7p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 157.9p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.6p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 174.7p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 190.6p 0.2% (-0.4p) 7d avg: 191p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 209.6p 0% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 209.7p Prices stable |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 14, 2026 Petrol (E10) 157.7p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 157.9p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 174.6p 0.1% (-0.2p) 7d avg: 174.7p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 190.6p 0.2% (-0.4p) 7d avg: 191p Prices stable | Super Diesel (SDV) 209.6p 0% (-0.1p) 7d avg: 209.7p Prices stable |

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

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Ellesmere 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, 17th April 2026 at 11:55
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Local Stations
41
Brands (SY Area)
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Max Price Gap
#39
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 147.9p at Mere Motors Ltd
  • Potential savings: Up to £0.00 per tank
  • 74 stations tracked across 41 brands

Motorists in Ellesmere are currently experiencing competitive fuel prices, with average costs below the national median. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in SY have Increased 0.5p (0.3%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Ellesmere could save you up to 0.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £0.00 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Ellesmere has 74 active fuel stations across 41 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.55 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 24.4p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Ellesmere, Ellesmere:
147.9p at Mere Motors Ltd, MERE MOTORS LTD, CHURCH STREET, ELLESMERE, SY12 0HF, ELLESMERE, England

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Ellesmere, Ellesmere:
176.9p at Mere Motors Ltd, MERE MOTORS LTD, CHURCH STREET, ELLESMERE, SY12 0HF, ELLESMERE, England

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
68 / 74 Stations (91.9%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
50 / 74 Stations (67.6%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
68 / 74 Stations (91.9%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
29 / 74 Stations (39.2%)

Top 1 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

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

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
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Mere Motors Ltd
MERE MOTORS LTD, CHURCH STREET, ELLESMERE, SY12 0HF, ELLESMERE, England , SY12 0HF
147.9p
BEST PRICE

Top 1 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 Ellesmere area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Mere Motors Ltd
MERE MOTORS LTD, CHURCH STREET, ELLESMERE, SY12 0HF, ELLESMERE, England , SY12 0HF
176.9p
BEST PRICE

How to save on fuel in Ellesmere

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 Ellesmere.

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

"Ellesmere benefits from strong market competition with 41 brands operating across 74 stations. With a 24.4p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £13.42 per tank, while interestingly, Mere Motors Ltd is beating supermarkets on price today."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of April 17, 2026, the cheapest station is Mere Motors Ltd at 147.9p per litre.

There is currently a 0.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Ellesmere. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £0.00 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (Mere Motors Ltd) 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: 12:15, 17 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 Ellesmere was last synchronized at 11:55 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

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

📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) 0.5p
Was: 156.8p → Now: 157.3p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 189.8p → Now: 189.5p

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Popular Brands in Ellesmere
Mere Motors Ltd