With queues forming at petrol stations across the UK and some forecourts reporting temporary outages, we’ve launched a new crowdsourced feature to help drivers find stations that actually have fuel in stock.
You can now report and check real-time fuel availability at any station on CheckFuelPrices – helping fellow drivers avoid wasted journeys to pumps that have run dry.
How It Works
When you visit a petrol station, you can now report:
Fuel availability – Is petrol available? Diesel? Both? Neither?
These reports appear instantly on our fuel price map and station listings, so other drivers can see at a glance which stations have fuel and which to avoid.
Why We Built This
Government fuel price data tells you what stations are charging – but not whether they actually have fuel to sell. During periods of high demand, that’s the information drivers really need.
Our crowdsourced availability reports solve that problem. Before you set off, check which petrol stations near you have fuel in stock right now.
Finding Petrol Stations With Fuel Near You
If you’re searching for a petrol station with fuel near you, here’s how to use the feature:
1. Visit CheckFuelPrices.co.uk or open the app from your home screen
2. Enter your postcode or allow location access
3. View nearby stations – those with recent availability reports will show stock status
4. Check the timestamp to see how recent the report is
5. After you fill up, submit your own report to help others
Is There a Petrol Shortage?
No. The UK has no fuel shortage. National supplies remain stable and tanker deliveries are continuing as normal.
What we’re seeing is localised demand spikes – when lots of drivers try to fill up at once, individual stations can temporarily run dry before their next delivery arrives. This is a logistics issue, not a supply crisis.
The Government has confirmed there are no reported impacts to UK fuel supply. AA president Edmund King has advised drivers: “There is no need to break your refuelling routine.”
However, if you do need fuel and want to avoid queues or empty pumps, our availability checker helps you find stations with confirmed stock.
Petrol Station Stock Checker: Report What You See
The more drivers who contribute, the more useful this tool becomes. If you’ve just filled up – or found a station that’s run dry – take 10 seconds to submit a report.
You’re not just helping yourself next time. You’re helping NHS workers get to shifts, parents doing school runs, and delivery drivers keeping businesses running.
Every report helps build a real-time picture of fuel availability across the UK.
Which Petrol Stations Have Fuel Right Now?
Availability varies by area and changes throughout the day. Supermarket forecourts like Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons often see higher demand due to competitive pricing, meaning they can run dry faster during busy periods.
Lesser-known independent stations and branded forecourts in quieter areas may have shorter queues and better availability. Our fuel map shows all options near you, not just the big names.
Use the availability reports to find stations that have been confirmed in stock recently, and check queue reports to avoid long waits.
Tips for Finding Fuel During High Demand
Check before you travel – Don’t waste fuel driving to empty stations. Use our availability checker first.
Try off-peak times – Early morning or late evening often has shorter queues and better stock levels after overnight deliveries.
Look beyond supermarkets – Everyone heads for Asda and Tesco. Independent stations may have fuel when supermarkets don’t.
Expand your search radius – If stations near you are empty, check availability 5-10 miles out. A short drive could save hours of queuing.
Don’t fill up unless you need to – If you have half a tank, you probably don’t need to queue today. Panic buying creates the problem it fears.
Fuel Availability Near Me: Stay Updated
Bookmark CheckFuelPrices.co.uk or add it to your home screen for instant access to fuel availability reports in your area.
We’re updating station data constantly as drivers submit new reports. During periods of high demand, check back regularly – availability can change within hours as deliveries arrive and stock sells through.
Help Your Community
Seen a queue stretching down the road? Found a station with no wait and plenty of fuel? Spotted pumps bagged off with “no fuel” signs?
Report it. It takes seconds and helps thousands of other drivers make better decisions.
Together, we can take the guesswork out of finding fuel – and help everyone avoid unnecessary stress, wasted journeys, and empty tanks.