A dataset of average pence per litre and per gallon petrol and diesel fuel prices in the UK regions including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
The weekly road fuel prices table reports on the cost of unleaded petrol (ULSP) and unleaded diesel (ULSD).
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Gasoline Prices in the United Kingdom remained unchanged at 1.79 USD/Liter in May. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - United Kingdom Gasoline Prices - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.
On June 16, 2025, the price of ultra-low sulfur unleaded petrol (gasoline) in the United Kingdom averaged 132.33 pence per liter. This compared to 139.03 pence per liter for diesel. Diesel prices were consistently higher than petrol/gasoline prices throughout this period, although the margin varied. Reasons for such differences in pricing lie in the refining process and molecular makeup of the products, with diesel requiring more complex refining processes and being an overall heavier liquid. As motor fuel pricing in the UK is not regulated by a monitoring body, there may also be notable differences in prices between retailers and regions. Supermarkets provide lowest fuel prices in the UK In the UK, much of the motor fuel is sold through supermarkets. Large supermarkets, or hypermarkets, account for more than 40 percent of all motor fuel sales in the country. The reason for their popularity often lies in the fact that they offer lower average prices. In the last four years, regular petrol/gasoline sold at supermarkets was up to six pence per liter cheaper than the national average. How UK fuel prices compare to the rest of the world Tied as they are to crude oil prices, motor fuels are generally cheapest in major producing countries, such as Iran, Venezuela, and Russia. In Europe, costs of importing the raw or finished products, in addition to taxes and levies, may hike up pump prices significantly. The UK is often among the countries with the highest petrol/gasoline prices, alongside other large European car markets such as France and Germany.
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Unleaded 95 octane fuel (regular gasoline) prices have been consistently cheaper at supermarkets than fuel stations in the United Kingdom. In March 2024, the gap between both price averages was 3.1 pence per liter, with supermarket prices standing at 142.2 pence per liter.
Diesel prices in the United Kingdom rose to more than *** pence per liter in early 2024. The March national average was ***** pence per liter, compared with a price of ***** pence per liter for diesel sold at supermarkets. Hypermarkets dominate motor fuel sales Hypermarkets such as Sainsbury's, Asda, and Tesco have the greatest market share of motor fuel sold in the UK. In 2023, roughly ** percent of all motor fuels were sold at hypermarkets. Diesel more expensive than regular gasoline Although gasoline and diesel are both refined petroleum products, their refining process differs, thus also impacting manufacturing and retail prices. Diesel sold in the UK is required to have an ultra-low sulfur content and also contain a biodiesel component of seven percent. The extra steps required in the production process make diesel a more expensive commodity than gasoline, which trades around ** pence lower.
The price of unleaded 95 octane fuel in the United Kingdom has increased significantly in 2022. In September 2022, prices reached 165.3 pence per liter. This was a decrease compared to three months prior when they had climbed to a new high. Unleaded 95 octane is the most commonly used fuel in the UK. Unlike super unleaded, which is mostly used in high performance vehicles, it is suitable for most petrol engines. It is also the cheapest fuel option, when compared to diesel fuel prices.Supermarket vs. UK averageWhen comparing prices, supermarkets are consistently the cheapest option when refueling. The gap between the two has varied, but in 2022 it has closed to just two pence per liter. In 2021, Tesco had the largest market share of motor fuel sold in the UK, at nearly 16 percent. The combined market share of Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Asda amounted to 43.2 percent, which is unsurprising as supermarkets offer the cheapest prices. Petrol station numbersAlthough supermarkets have a large market share of the volume of petrol sold, it is major oil and gas companies that operate the greatest number of petrol stations. By the end of 2021, the British multinational oil and gas firm BP owned 1,218 sites across the country. The combined number of petrol stations of BP, Esso and Shell amounted to nearly 43 percent of all UK outlets. In comparison, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Asda operated less than 20 percent.
Cost of unleaded petrol (ULSP) and unleaded diesel (ULSD) in the UK as at Monday 8 November 2021.
Diesel fuel prices in Great Britain increased by 20 euro cents in the period of consideration, despite some fluctuation. Between 2000 and 2020, figures peaked at 1.75 euros in 2012. The lowest average diesel price was seen in 2003, at 1.12 euros per liter. By 2020, diesel was sold by an average of 1.55 euros per liter.
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United Kingdom UK: Pump Price for Diesel Fuel: USD per Liter data was reported at 1.490 USD in 2016. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1.990 USD for 2014. United Kingdom UK: Pump Price for Diesel Fuel: USD per Liter data is updated yearly, averaging 1.600 USD from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2016, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.270 USD in 2012 and a record low of 0.850 USD in 1995. United Kingdom UK: Pump Price for Diesel Fuel: USD per Liter data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.World Bank.WDI: Transportation. Fuel prices refer to the pump prices of the most widely sold grade of diesel fuel. Prices have been converted from the local currency to U.S. dollars.; ; German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ).; Median;
Current petrol and diesel prices at Costco fuel stations across the UK. Average unleaded £1.22, diesel £1.28
In September 2022, diesel prices ranged between 178.6 and 182.2 pence per liter across UK regions. Diesel fuel prices are generally highest in London and lowest in Northern Ireland. In early 2022, the Russia-Ukraine war and trader uncertainty pushed crude oil and consequently motor fuel prices to record highs. As a result, March 2022 saw the greatest ever monthly rise in fuel prices.
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Saudi Arabia Fuel Prices: Retail: Gasoline 91 data was reported at 2.180 SAR/l in Apr 2025. This stayed constant from the previous number of 2.180 SAR/l for Mar 2025. Saudi Arabia Fuel Prices: Retail: Gasoline 91 data is updated monthly, averaging 2.180 SAR/l from Jul 2020 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.180 SAR/l in Apr 2025 and a record low of 1.290 SAR/l in Jul 2020. Saudi Arabia Fuel Prices: Retail: Gasoline 91 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Saudi Arabian Oil Company. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Saudi Arabia – Table SA.P016: Fuel Prices. [COVID-19-IMPACT]
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Chile Fuel Prices: Metropolitana: Gasoline 93 SP data was reported at 753.000 USD/l in May 2019. This records an increase from the previous number of 732.000 USD/l for Apr 2019. Chile Fuel Prices: Metropolitana: Gasoline 93 SP data is updated monthly, averaging 713.000 USD/l from Mar 2015 (Median) to May 2019, with 51 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 836.000 USD/l in Nov 2018 and a record low of 639.000 USD/l in Apr 2016. Chile Fuel Prices: Metropolitana: Gasoline 93 SP data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Commission of Energy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Chile – Table CL.P007: Liquid Fuel Domestic Price: by City.
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This dataset provides monthly, quarterly and annual average regular or premium unleaded gasoline pump prices, taxes and ex-tax pump prices in Canada, USA, France, Germany, Britain and Japan, all converted to Canadian cents per litre. To view charts and current fuel price data you can also visit the motor fuel prices page. *[USA]: United States of America
Retail price of super unleaded fuel for private cars in the United Kingdom is estimated to continuously increase from 124.9 to 147.8 British pence per liter, respectively between 2020 and 2035.
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Nigeria Average Fuel Price: Petrol data was reported at 145.701 l in Jan 2019. This records a decrease from the previous number of 145.777 l for Dec 2018. Nigeria Average Fuel Price: Petrol data is updated monthly, averaging 147.773 l from Jan 2017 (Median) to Jan 2019, with 24 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 190.875 l in Jan 2018 and a record low of 109.600 l in Jan 2017. Nigeria Average Fuel Price: Petrol data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Bureau of Statistics of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Nigeria – Table NG.P003: Average Fuel Price.
A dataset of vehicle MPG ratings and fuel cost calculations based on manufacturer, model, and fuel type.
A dataset of average pence per litre and per gallon petrol and diesel fuel prices in the UK regions including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.