Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 158.8p 0.8% (+1.2p) 7d avg: 158.4p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 176.8p 0.5% (+0.9p) 7d avg: 176.4p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 181p 1.1% (+1.9p) 7d avg: 180.4p Slight rise | Super Diesel (SDV) 199.8p 0.8% (+1.5p) 7d avg: 199.3p Prices stable |
Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 158.8p 0.8% (+1.2p) 7d avg: 158.4p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 176.8p 0.5% (+0.9p) 7d avg: 176.4p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 181p 1.1% (+1.9p) 7d avg: 180.4p Slight rise | Super Diesel (SDV) 199.8p 0.8% (+1.5p) 7d avg: 199.3p Prices stable |

Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath 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 Monday, 3rd August 2026 at 09:15
3
Local Stations
13
Brands (WD Area)
3.0p
Max Price Gap
#30
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 148.9p at COSTCO WHOLESALE
  • Potential savings: Up to £1.65 per tank
  • 25 stations tracked across 13 brands

Motorists in Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath are currently enjoying some of the lowest fuel prices in the UK, ranking in the top 25% nationally. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in WD have Remained stable

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath could save you up to 3.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £1.65 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: Moderate

Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath has 25 active fuel stations across 13 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.52 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 11.0p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Watford, Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath:
148.9p at COSTCO WHOLESALE, HARTSPRING LANE, WATFORD, WATFORD, HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Watford, Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath:
165.9p at COSTCO WHOLESALE, HARTSPRING LANE, WATFORD, WATFORD, HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
25 / 25 Stations (100%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
21 / 25 Stations (84%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
25 / 25 Stations (100%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
17 / 25 Stations (68%)

Top 3 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
COSTCO WHOLESALE
HARTSPRING LANE, WATFORD, WATFORD, HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , WD25 8JS
148.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SAINSBURY'S
COW LANE, WATFORD, ENGLAND , WD25 9JS
150.9p
+2.0p
3
ESSO
NORTH ORBITAL ROAD, ST ALBANS, ENGLAND , WD25 7LW
151.9p
+3.0p

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 Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
COSTCO WHOLESALE
HARTSPRING LANE, WATFORD, WATFORD, HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND , WD25 8JS
165.9p
BEST PRICE
2
ESSO
NORTH ORBITAL ROAD, ST ALBANS, ENGLAND , WD25 7LW
168.9p
+3.0p
3
SAINSBURY'S
COW LANE, WATFORD, ENGLAND , WD25 9JS
171.9p
+6.0p

How to save on fuel in Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath

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 Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath.

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

"Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath's fuel market shows moderate competition among 13 brands. Price stability over the past week suggests predictable costs for motorists, while ranking in the top 25% 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 August 3, 2026, the cheapest station is COSTCO WHOLESALE at 148.9p per litre.

There is currently a 3.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £1.65 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (COSTCO WHOLESALE) 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: 09:40, 03 Aug 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 Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath was last synchronized at 09:15 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) Stable
Was: 157.4p → Now: 157.7p
Diesel (B7) 6p
Was: 175.7p → Now: 181.7p

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Popular Brands in Garston, Aldenham, Leavesden, Letchmore Heath
COSTCO WHOLESALE SAINSBURY'S ESSO