Fuel Price Check Analysis – Week of April 28, 2026 Petrol (E10) 167.7p 0.3% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 167.9p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 186.9p 0.2% (-0.4p) 7d avg: 187.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 195.1p 0.1% (-0.1p) 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 0.3% (-0.5p) 7d avg: 167.9p Prices stable | Super Unleaded (E5) 186.9p 0.2% (-0.4p) 7d avg: 187.1p Prices stable | Diesel (B7) 195.1p 0.1% (-0.1p) 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 Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin 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, 2nd November 2026 at 03:16
7
Local Stations
39
Brands (WF Area)
22.0p
Max Price Gap
#20
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 154.9p at ESSO
  • Potential savings: Up to £12.10 per tank
  • 86 stations tracked across 39 brands
  • Prices have decreased 3.3p this week

Motorists in Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin are currently enjoying some of the lowest fuel prices in the UK, ranking in the top 17% nationally. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in WF have Decreased 3.3p (1.9%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin could save you up to 22.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £12.10 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin has 86 active fuel stations across 39 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.45 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 19.7p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Pontefract, Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin:
154.9p at ESSO, CORNER GARAGE, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Pontefract, Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin:
188.9p at SHELL, BONDGATE, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM

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

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
82 / 86 Stations (95.3%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Widely available
71 / 86 Stations (82.6%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
81 / 86 Stations (94.2%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
53 / 86 Stations (61.6%)

Top 7 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
ESSO
CORNER GARAGE, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND , WF8 3QF
154.9p
BEST PRICE
2
SHELL
GREAT NORTH ROAD, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , WF8 3JF
160.9p
+6.0p
3
SHELL
GREAT NORTH ROAD, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , WF8 3JF
160.9p
+6.0p
4
SHELL
BONDGATE, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , WF8 2JP
160.9p
+6.0p
5
Murco
STRINGERS MOTORWAYS PONTEFRACT, 102, SOUTHGATE, PONTEFRACT, England , WF8 1PN
169.9p
+15.0p
6
TOTAL
FERRYBRIDGE ROAD, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND , WF8 2PB
171.9p
+17.0p
7
WELCOME BREAK
A1, GREAT NORTH ROAD, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND , WF8 3BA
176.9p
+22.0p

Top 7 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 Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
SHELL
BONDGATE, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , WF8 2JP
188.9p
BEST PRICE
2
ESSO
CORNER GARAGE, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND , WF8 3QF
189.9p
+1.0p
3
SHELL
GREAT NORTH ROAD, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , WF8 3JF
190.9p
+2.0p
4
SHELL
GREAT NORTH ROAD, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM , WF8 3JF
190.9p
+2.0p
5
Murco
STRINGERS MOTORWAYS PONTEFRACT, 102, SOUTHGATE, PONTEFRACT, England , WF8 1PN
197.9p
+9.0p
6
TOTAL
FERRYBRIDGE ROAD, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND , WF8 2PB
198.9p
+10.0p
7
WELCOME BREAK
A1, GREAT NORTH ROAD, PONTEFRACT, WEST YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND , WF8 3BA
199.9p
+11.0p

How to save on fuel in Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin

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 Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin.

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

"Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin benefits from strong market competition with 39 brands operating across 86 stations. The recent 3.3p price drop presents excellent buying opportunities, while ranking in the top 17% 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 2, 2026, the cheapest station is ESSO at 154.9p per litre.

There is currently a 22.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £12.10 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (ESSO) 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: 03:35, 02 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 Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin was last synchronized at 03:16 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) 3.3p
Was: 168.9p → Now: 165.6p
Diesel (B7) 1.9p
Was: 197.2p → Now: 195.3p

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Popular Brands in Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract (Monkhill), Thorpe Audlin
ESSO SHELL Murco TOTAL WELCOME BREAK