Fuel prices in Chelmsford
Compare current petrol, diesel, super unleaded and premium diesel prices across 20 Chelmsford forecourts. Start with local averages, then use the map and table to compare like with like.
Current local averages
Four fuel grades, kept separate so every comparison stays useful.
Petrol (E10)
175.3p/l
1.2p above UK average
Diesel (B7)
200.8p/l
1.7p above UK average
Super unleaded (E5)
194.2p/l
2.3p above UK average
Premium diesel (SDV)
220.3p/l
2p above UK average
20 forecourts reporting locally
- Asda South Woodham Ferrers Superstore, 170.7p
- Sainsburys South Woodham Ferrers, 170.9p
- Chelmsford Princes Rd Superstore - Petrol Filling Station, 171.9p
- Our Coop Baddow Road, 172.9p
- Asda Chelmsford Superstore, 173.9p
- Sainsburys Springfield, 173.9p
- Hyde Lane Service Station, 173.9p
- Mfg Latchingdon, 173.9p
- Mfg Baddow Road, 174.9p
- Mfg Oaklands, 174.9p
- South Woodham Ferrers Sfc, 174.9p
- Rontec West Chelmsford, 175.9p
- Danbury Esso Express, 175.9p
- Mfg Admiral, 176.9p
- Mfg West End, 176.9p
- Prestons Garages Ltd, 176.9p
- Boreham Sf Connect, 178.9p
- Shell Little Waitrose Stock Road, 178.9p
- Chelmsford Sf Connect, 178.9p
- Shell Little Waitrose Chelmsford, 179.9p
Live local prices
Current fuel prices in Chelmsford
20 forecourts in Chelmsford. Petrol (E10) is selected initially; choose another grade to compare like with like. Distances are measured from Chelmsford centre.
Rank table byPetrol (E10) price
Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 06:40. Individual rows show when that forecourt price was reported.
| Forecourt | Postcode and report | Petrol(E10), selected ranking | Diesel(B7) | Super unleaded(E5) | Premium diesel(SDV) | Distancefrom Chelmsford centre | Opening times | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Asda South Woodham Ferrers SuperstoreAsda | CM3 5TBReported 18 Oct 2026, 13:45 | 170.7pCheapest | 195.7pCheapest | - | - | Distance: 6.6 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 09:00 - 18:00 | Details |
2 Sainsburys South Woodham FerrersSainsbury's | CM3 5QPReported 17 Oct 2026, 06:50 | 170.9p | 195.9p | - | - | Distance: 5.7 mi | Hours vary by dayMonday: 06:00 - 23:00; Tuesday: 06:00 - 23:00; Wednesday: 06:00 - 23:00; Thursday: 06:00 - 23:00; Friday: 06:00 - 23:00; Saturday: 06:00 - 23:00; Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00; Bank holidays: 07:30 - 20:30 | Details |
3 Chelmsford Princes Rd Superstore - Petrol Filling StationTesco | CM2 9XWReported 15 Oct 2026, 15:10 | 171.9p | 198.9p | 181.9pCheapest | - | Distance: 2.5 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours | Details |
| 4COur Coop Baddow RoadCo-op | CM2 9RAReported 20 Oct 2026, 00:26 | 172.9p | 200.9p | 184.9p | - | Distance: 1.4 mi | 06:30 - 22:30 dailyMonday - Sunday: 06:30 - 22:30; Bank holidays: 08:00 - 18:00 | Details |
| 5Asda Chelmsford SuperstoreAsda | CM2 6REReported 18 Oct 2026, 15:06 | 173.9p | 198.7p | - | - | Distance: 1.4 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 09:00 - 18:00 | Details |
| 6Sainsburys SpringfieldSainsbury's | CM2 5PAReported 17 Oct 2026, 05:32 | 173.9p | 199.9p | 185.9p | - | Distance: 2.5 mi | Hours vary by dayMonday: 05:00 - 23:00; Tuesday: 05:00 - 23:00; Wednesday: 05:00 - 23:00; Thursday: 05:00 - 23:00; Friday: 05:00 - 23:00; Saturday: 05:00 - 23:00; Sunday: 07:00 - 23:00; Bank holidays: 07:30 - 20:30 | Details |
| 7Hyde Lane Service StationIndependent forecourt | CM3 4LPReported 25 Sept 2026, 12:55 | 173.9p | 199.9p | - | - | Distance: 3.7 mi | Hours vary by dayMonday: 07:00 - 19:00; Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00; Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00; Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00; Friday: 07:00 - 19:00; Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00; Sunday: 09:30 - 13:30; Bank holidays: 08:00 - 18:00 | Details |
8 Mfg LatchingdonBP | CM3 6JPReported 13 Oct 2026, 23:19 | 173.9p | 199.9p | 195.9p | 219.9p | Distance: 9.1 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours | Details |
| 9Mfg Baddow RoadBP | CM2 9RAReported 17 Oct 2026, 22:15 | 174.9p | 201.9p | 195.9p | 219.9p | Distance: 1.4 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours | Details |
10 Mfg OaklandsEsso | CM2 9DFReported 19 Oct 2026, 23:42 | 174.9p | 201.9p | 195.9p | 219.9p | Distance: 2.4 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours | Details |
| 11South Woodham Ferrers SfcBP | CM3 5BQReported 18 Oct 2026, 12:00 | 174.9p | 199.9p | 195.9p | 220.9p | Distance: 5.5 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours | Details |
| 12Rontec West ChelmsfordEsso | CM1 2RYReported 12 Oct 2026, 10:55 | 175.9p | 199.9p | 194.9p | - | Distance: 3 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours | Details |
| 13Danbury Esso ExpressEsso | CM3 4QWReported 9 Oct 2026, 18:02 | 175.9p | 201.9p | 190.9p | 215.9p | Distance: 3.1 mi | 07:00 - 22:00 dailyMonday - Sunday: 07:00 - 22:00; Bank holidays: 07:00 - 22:00 | Details |
| 14Mfg AdmiralEsso | CM1 1RYReported 19 Oct 2026, 22:59 | 176.9p | 201.9p | 195.9p | 219.9p | Distance: 2.9 mi | 07:00 - 23:00 dailyMonday - Sunday: 07:00 - 23:00; Bank holidays: 07:00 - 23:00 | Details |
| 15Mfg West EndEsso | CM1 2QLReported 19 Oct 2026, 22:18 | 176.9p | 201.9p | 195.9p | 219.9p | Distance: 3 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours | Details |
| 16EPrestons Garages LtdEssar | CM1 3EHReported 28 Sept 2026, 13:01 | 176.9p | - | 184.9p | 202.9pCheapest | Distance: 4.1 mi | Hours vary by dayMonday: 06:45 - 19:00; Tuesday: 06:45 - 19:00; Wednesday: 06:45 - 19:00; Thursday: 06:45 - 19:00; Friday: 06:45 - 19:00; Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00; Sunday: 09:00 - 11:59; Bank holidays: 00:00 - 00:00 | Details |
| 17Boreham Sf ConnectBP | CM2 5PYReported 8 Oct 2026, 11:15 | 178.9p | 204.9p | 198.9p | 225.9p | Distance: 2.8 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours | Details |
18 Shell Little Waitrose Stock RoadShell | CM2 8LAReported 19 Oct 2026, 15:53 | 178.9p | 203.9p | 204.9p | 229.9p | Distance: 3.5 mi | 05:00 - 22:00 dailyMonday - Sunday: 05:00 - 22:00; Bank holidays: 05:00 - 22:00 | Details |
| 19Chelmsford Sf ConnectBP | CM1 3RUReported 2 Oct 2026, 11:30 | 178.9p | 202.9p | 199.9p | 223.9p | Distance: 3.8 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours | Details |
| 20Shell Little Waitrose ChelmsfordShell | CM3 3FYReported 7 Oct 2026, 17:28 | 179.9p | 204.9p | 204.9p | 224.9p | Distance: 4.1 mi | Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours | Details |
Showing the first 10 of 20 forecourts
How to read this page
About fuel prices in Chelmsford
Coverage, freshness and comparison scope matter as much as the headline price.
Chelmsford has 20 forecourts included on this page, with current prices available from 20. The table initially ranks forecourts by current petrol (E10) price. Choose another fuel grade to compare like with like; distance and station name order equal or unavailable prices. Station status, distance and update freshness remain visible for comparison.
This page compares Petrol, Diesel, Super unleaded and Premium diesel using official UK Fuel Finder data, local averages, regional benchmarks and UK average comparisons where coverage is available.
Thirty-day evidence
How local fuel prices are moving
Daily local averages by fuel grade. The complete daily values remain available in the page even when the chart is enhanced.
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- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 174.3p/l average on 20 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 174.8p/l average on 21 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175p/l average on 22 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.3p/l average on 23 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.6p/l average on 24 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.9p/l average on 25 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.9p/l average on 26 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 176p/l average on 27 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 176.4p/l average on 28 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 176.4p/l average on 29 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 176.7p/l average on 30 September 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 176.9p/l average on 1 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 177.1p/l average on 2 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 177.2p/l average on 3 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 177.2p/l average on 4 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 177.2p/l average on 5 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 177.3p/l average on 6 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 177p/l average on 7 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 176.7p/l average on 8 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 176.4p/l average on 9 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 176.3p/l average on 10 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 176.1p/l average on 11 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 176.3p/l average on 12 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.9p/l average on 13 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.8p/l average on 14 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.7p/l average on 15 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.6p/l average on 16 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.4p/l average on 17 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.6p/l average on 18 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10) in Chelmsford: 175.3p/l average on 19 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 197.4p/l average on 20 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 197.7p/l average on 21 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 197.9p/l average on 22 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 198.4p/l average on 23 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 199p/l average on 24 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 199.9p/l average on 25 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 200.4p/l average on 26 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 200.4p/l average on 27 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 200.9p/l average on 28 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.1p/l average on 29 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.3p/l average on 30 September 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.3p/l average on 1 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.6p/l average on 2 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.7p/l average on 3 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.7p/l average on 4 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.7p/l average on 5 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.7p/l average on 6 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.6p/l average on 7 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.5p/l average on 8 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.5p/l average on 9 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.5p/l average on 10 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.5p/l average on 11 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201.5p/l average on 12 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201p/l average on 13 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 201p/l average on 14 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 200.9p/l average on 15 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 200.8p/l average on 16 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 200.8p/l average on 17 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 200.9p/l average on 18 October 2026.
- Diesel (B7) in Chelmsford: 200.8p/l average on 19 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 192.3p/l average on 20 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 192.5p/l average on 21 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 192.8p/l average on 22 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 193p/l average on 23 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 193p/l average on 24 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 193p/l average on 25 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 193p/l average on 26 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 193p/l average on 27 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.3p/l average on 28 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 195p/l average on 29 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 195p/l average on 30 September 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 195.3p/l average on 1 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 195.4p/l average on 2 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 195.4p/l average on 3 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 195.4p/l average on 4 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 195.4p/l average on 5 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 195.7p/l average on 6 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 195.2p/l average on 7 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.9p/l average on 8 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.8p/l average on 9 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.8p/l average on 10 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.7p/l average on 11 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 195.2p/l average on 12 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.9p/l average on 13 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.8p/l average on 14 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.7p/l average on 15 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.6p/l average on 16 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.5p/l average on 17 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.6p/l average on 18 October 2026.
- Super unleaded (E5) in Chelmsford: 194.3p/l average on 19 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 215.7p/l average on 20 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 215.8p/l average on 21 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 215.9p/l average on 22 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 216.3p/l average on 23 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 216.9p/l average on 24 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 217p/l average on 25 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 217.2p/l average on 26 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 217.2p/l average on 27 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 218.9p/l average on 28 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 219.8p/l average on 29 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 219.8p/l average on 30 September 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 219.8p/l average on 1 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220p/l average on 2 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220p/l average on 3 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220p/l average on 4 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220p/l average on 5 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.2p/l average on 6 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.2p/l average on 7 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.2p/l average on 8 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.2p/l average on 9 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.2p/l average on 10 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.2p/l average on 11 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.6p/l average on 12 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.3p/l average on 13 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.3p/l average on 14 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.3p/l average on 15 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.3p/l average on 16 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.3p/l average on 17 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.3p/l average on 18 October 2026.
- Premium diesel (SDV) in Chelmsford: 220.3p/l average on 19 October 2026.
- Petrol (E10)Petrol in Chelmsford rose 1p/l, from 174.3p/l on 20 September to 175.3p/l on 19 October. The rise was not continuous: prices fell 1.2p/l from 6 October to 11 October before moving higher again. Across the completed days, the local average ranged from 174.3p/l to 177.3p/l across 20 reporting forecourts.175.3p/l1.1p
- Diesel (B7)Diesel in Chelmsford rose 3.4p/l, from 197.4p/l on 20 September to 200.8p/l on 19 October. The rise was not continuous: prices fell 0.9p/l from 6 October to 16 October before moving higher again. Across the completed days, the local average ranged from 197.4p/l to 201.7p/l across 19 reporting forecourts.200.8p/l3.4p
- Super unleaded (E5)Super unleaded in Chelmsford rose 2p/l, from 192.3p/l on 20 September to 194.3p/l on 19 October. The rise was not continuous: prices fell 1p/l from 6 October to 11 October before moving higher again. Across the completed days, the local average ranged from 192.3p/l to 195.7p/l across 16 reporting forecourts.194.2p/l2p
- Premium diesel (SDV)Premium diesel in Chelmsford rose 4.6p/l, from 215.7p/l on 20 September to 220.3p/l on 19 October. Over the latest 7 days, the average fell 0.3p/l, which cuts against the wider rise. Across the completed days, the local average ranged from 215.7p/l to 220.6p/l across 12 reporting forecourts.220.3p/l4.6p
What the local trend means
Chelmsford 30-day trends show petrol up 1.1p, diesel up 3.4p and super unleaded up 2p. The widest current local spread is 27p/l on premium diesel (sdv), so comparing forecourts can materially change the pump price.
Price range and benchmarks
What choosing a cheaper forecourt could change
The average comparison is the more realistic decision baseline. The highest-price comparison is only the maximum currently listed difference.
Petrol (E10)
9.2p/l range
170.7p/l cheapest, 179.9p/l highest
- Cheapest vs average
- £2.53 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
- Full listed range
- £5.06 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill
Diesel (B7)
9.2p/l range
195.7p/l cheapest, 204.9p/l highest
- Cheapest vs average
- £2.81 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
- Full listed range
- £5.06 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill
Super unleaded (E5)
23p/l range
181.9p/l cheapest, 204.9p/l highest
- Cheapest vs average
- £6.76 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
- Full listed range
- £12.65 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill
Premium diesel (SDV)
27p/l range
202.9p/l cheapest, 229.9p/l highest
- Cheapest vs average
- £9.57 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
- Full listed range
- £14.85 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill
Chelmsford compared with regional and UK fuel prices
Every row compares the same grade locally, regionally and nationally.
| Fuel grade | Local average | Region | UK | Versus UK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (E10) | 175.3 | 174.9 | 174.1 | 1.2p higher |
| Diesel (B7) | 200.8 | 199.6 | 199.1 | 1.7p higher |
| Super unleaded (E5) | 194.2 | 192.8 | 191.9 | 2.3p higher |
| Premium diesel (SDV) | 220.3 | 219.8 | 218.3 | 2p higher |
Chelmsford is above the UK average across the available fuel benchmarks, so the cheapest forecourt rows matter more than the local average alone.
Local forecourt market
Supermarket, major-brand and independent fuel prices in Chelmsford
A compact local comparison of supermarkets, major brands and independents. Follow a qualifying brand into its full UK comparison.
Forecourt-type averages
Lowest current category average for each fuel grade is highlighted.
Petrol (E10)
- Supermarkets
- 172.3p/l
- Major brands
- 176.7p/l
- Independent forecourts
- 173.4p/l
Diesel (B7)
- Supermarkets
- 197.8p/l
- Major brands
- 202.2p/l
- Independent forecourts
- 200.4p/l
Super unleaded (E5)
- Supermarkets
- 183.9p/l
- Major brands
- 196.5p/l
- Independent forecourts
- 184.9p/l
Premium diesel (SDV)
- Supermarkets
- No price
- Major brands
- 220.3p/l
- Independent forecourts
- No price
Qualifying named-brand observations
- Tesco1 forecourt171.9p/lPetrol (E10)
- Asda2 forecourts172.3p/lPetrol (E10)
- Sainsbury's2 forecourts172.4p/lPetrol (E10)
- Shell2 forecourts179.4p/lPetrol (E10)
At category level, the lowest current averages come from supermarkets for Petrol (E10), Diesel (B7) and Super unleaded (E5) and major brands for Premium diesel (SDV). Among the named operators, the lowest current averages are Tesco for Petrol (E10) at 171.9p/l and Super unleaded (E5) at 181.9p/l, Asda for Diesel (B7) at 197.2p/l and Esso for Premium diesel (SDV) at 218.9p/l. Supermarket prices are 1.2p/l below their 30-day averages on average and major-brand prices are 0.4p/l above their 30-day averages on average. The independent comparison covers 2 forecourts reporting Petrol (E10), Diesel (B7) and Super unleaded (E5), so its averages should be read with that coverage in mind.
Local context
Compare the wider local market
Nearby places and named local areas add useful context, but the forecourt table remains the decision source for the journey you are making.
Fuel prices in nearby locations
Compare petrol and diesel separately in nearby locations.
Areas with the lowest average fuel prices in Chelmsford
- 1Great Baddow2 forecourts, Petrol, Diesel, Super unleaded, Premium diesel193p/l
- 2Woodham Ferrers2 forecourts, Petrol, Diesel, Super unleaded, Premium diesel193.1p/l
- 3Springfield2 forecourts, Petrol, Diesel, Super unleaded, Premium diesel195.5p/l
- 4Writtle2 forecourts, Petrol, Diesel, Super unleaded, Premium diesel195.8p/l
- 5Moulsham4 forecourts, Petrol, Diesel, Super unleaded, Premium diesel196.8p/l
Premium fuel availability
Coverage and benchmark context for fuels that are not stocked at every forecourt.
Super unleaded availability
Super unleaded (E5) is widely available in Chelmsford, with 16 of 20 forecourts reporting a current price.
- Average
- 194.2p/l
- Reporting
- 16 stations
- Availability
- 80% availability
- Versus UK
- 2.3p above UK average
Premium diesel availability
Premium diesel (SDV) is available at a useful share of local forecourts in Chelmsford, with 12 of 20 forecourts reporting a current price.
- Average
- 220.3p/l
- Reporting
- 12 stations
- Availability
- 60% availability
- Versus UK
- 2p above UK average
Good to know
Fuel price FAQs for Chelmsford
Use the current local evidence to choose a forecourt, compare nearby places and understand how coverage and freshness affect the figures.
What is the cheapest fuel price in Chelmsford today?
The cheapest listed petrol (E10) price in Chelmsford is 170.7p/l at Asda South Woodham Ferrers Superstore. Check the table before travelling because distance, opening status and recent updates can affect the best choice.
How are Chelmsford fuel forecourts ranked?
Forecourts are ranked by their cheapest current fuel price first. If prices are tied or unavailable, the table uses distance and station name. Use the forecourt comparison to sort and inspect the current results.
Are fuel prices in Chelmsford below the UK average?
Petrol is above the UK average by 1.2p/l, Diesel is above the UK average by 1.7p/l, Super unleaded is above the UK average by 2.3p/l and Premium diesel is above the UK average by 2p/l. These comparisons use current location averages and the latest benchmark data available to the page.
How recent are the Chelmsford fuel prices on this page?
Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 06:40. Individual prices can remain unchanged between checks until a retailer reports a price change.
Why do some Chelmsford forecourts not show every fuel price?
Not every forecourt reports every fuel type at the same time. The page shows available current prices first and keeps unavailable cells visible so gaps in coverage are clear.
Should I compare nearby locations before filling up in Chelmsford?
Nearby comparisons currently show Billericay at 194.3p/l, 3.3p/l cheaper than Chelmsford, Wickford at 194.3p/l, 3.3p/l cheaper than Chelmsford and Witham at 191.4p/l, 6.2p/l cheaper than Chelmsford. Compare Billericay, Wickford, Witham and Maldon.
How can I compare fuel prices around my current location?
Use cheapest petrol near me or cheapest diesel near me or cheapest super unleaded near me or cheapest premium diesel near me for a distance-led comparison based on your current position.
Built on real fuel-price data
Prices are sourced from the UK Government Fuel Finder scheme. Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 06:40. See how we qualify and compare prices
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