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Petrol prices in Saffron Walden

Compare current petrol (E10) across 3 Saffron Walden forecourts. Check the lowest listed price, local average and map before choosing where to fill up.

Lowest listed petrol forecourt in Saffron Walden

177.9p/l

Lowest listed petrol price in Saffron Walden

Saffron Walden Superstore - Petrol Filling Station1.7 mi from Saffron Walden centre
DirectionsStation details
Petrol local average
178.9p/l
Local forecourts
3
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Live local prices

Current petrol prices in Saffron Walden

3 current petrol (E10) prices from 3 Saffron Walden forecourts listed as stocking petrol.

Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 08:21. Individual rows show when that forecourt price was reported.

Current petrol prices in Saffron Walden. Ranked by Petrol (E10) price.
ForecourtPostcode and reportPetrol(E10), selected rankingDistancefrom Saffron Walden centreOpening timesActions
1Saffron Walden Superstore - Petrol Filling StationTescoCB10 2JPReported 12 Oct 2026, 15:44177.9pCheapestDistance: 1.7 miOpen 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hoursDetails
2Central Garage Essex LtdGulfCB11 3PNReported 8 Oct 2026, 18:41178.9pDistance: 2.1 miHours vary by dayMonday: 06:30 - 18:00; Tuesday: 06:30 - 18:00; Wednesday: 06:30 - 18:00; Thursday: 06:30 - 18:00; Friday: 06:30 - 18:00; Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00; Sunday: 09:00 - 15:00; Bank holidays: 09:00 - 15:00Details
3A.H Brooks & Son LTDGulfCB10 2UTReported 22 Sept 2026, 09:24179.9pDistance: 1.5 miHours vary by dayMonday: 08:00 - 17:30; Tuesday: 08:00 - 17:30; Wednesday: 08:00 - 17:30; Thursday: 08:00 - 17:30; Friday: 08:00 - 17:30; Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00; Sunday: 00:00 - 00:00; Bank holidays: 00:00 - 00:00Details

How to read this page

About petrol prices in Saffron Walden

Coverage, freshness and comparison scope matter as much as the headline price.

Saffron Walden has 3 forecourts listed as stocking petrol (E10), with current prices available from 3. The table ranks forecourts by current petrol (E10) price, with distance and station name used to order equal or unavailable prices. Station status, distance and update freshness remain visible for comparison.

This page focuses on Petrol (E10) using official UK Fuel Finder data, local averages, regional benchmarks and UK average comparisons where coverage is available.

Thirty-day evidence

Thirty-day petrol (E10) price trend

Thirty-day petrol (E10) trends, local comparisons and potential savings from official UK Fuel Finder data.

181p176p171p
  • 20 September 2026: local 174.2: region 173: UK 172.5
  • 21 September 2026: local 175.6: region 173.4: UK 172.8
  • 22 September 2026: local 176.9: region 173.7: UK 173
  • 23 September 2026: local 176.9: region 173.9: UK 173.3
  • 24 September 2026: local 177.2: region 174.2: UK 173.6
  • 25 September 2026: local 178.6: region 174.5: UK 173.9
  • 26 September 2026: local 178.6: region 174.7: UK 174
  • 27 September 2026: local 178.6: region 174.8: UK 174.1
  • 28 September 2026: local 179.9: region 175.1: UK 174.4
  • 29 September 2026: local 179.9: region 175.3: UK 174.5
  • 30 September 2026: local 179.9: region 175.4: UK 174.6
  • 1 October 2026: local 179.9: region 175.3: UK 174.6
  • 2 October 2026: local 179.9: region 175.5: UK 174.7
  • 3 October 2026: local 179.9: region 175.5: UK 174.8
  • 4 October 2026: local 179.9: region 175.5: UK 174.8
  • 5 October 2026: local 179.9: region 175.6: UK 174.8
  • 6 October 2026: local 179.9: region 175.6: UK 174.7
  • 7 October 2026: local 179.9: region 175.5: UK 174.7
  • 8 October 2026: local 179.6: region 175.5: UK 174.6
  • 9 October 2026: local 179.2: region 175.5: UK 174.6
  • 10 October 2026: local 179.2: region 175.5: UK 174.6
  • 11 October 2026: local 179.2: region 175.4: UK 174.6
  • 12 October 2026: local 178.9: region 175.4: UK 174.5
  • 13 October 2026: local 178.9: region 175.1: UK 174.4
  • 14 October 2026: local 178.9: region 175: UK 174.3
  • 15 October 2026: local 178.9: region 175: UK 174.2
  • 16 October 2026: local 178.9: region 174.9: UK 174.2
  • 17 October 2026: local 178.9: region 175: UK 174.1
  • 18 October 2026: local 178.9: region 175: UK 174.1
  • 19 October 2026: local 178.9: region 174.9: UK 174.1

Average price

178.9p/l

20 Sept to 19 Oct

30-day low
171.9p/l
30-day high
179.9p/l
Movement (30 days)
+4.7p/l
Volatility
Low
Jerry holding a light bulb and presenting a fuel-price insight

Jerry's petrol trend read

Petrol in Saffron Walden rose 4.7p/l, from 174.2p/l on 20 September to 178.9p/l on 19 October. The rise was not continuous: prices fell 1p/l from 7 October to 12 October before moving higher again. Saffron Walden's current average is 4.8p/l above the UK average. Daily movement volatility is low.

Consistency, not just today's lowest

A consistently competitive petrol forecourt

This recommendation requires at least 21 completed reporting days and a current price no higher than the local average.

Saffron Walden Superstore - Petrol Filling Station

177.9p/l today

1p/l below Saffron Walden average today

Near cheapest
Within 1p on 29 of 30 days
Daily cheapest
Cheapest on 28 of 30 days
Average gap
0.1p/l average gap
Evidence
30 of 30 days reported
DirectionsStation details

Saffron Walden Superstore - Petrol Filling Station stayed within 1p/l of the daily cheapest petrol price on 29 of 30 reported days, averaging 0.1p/l above the daily cheapest price.

Price choice

Potential petrol savings

Cheapest versus average is the practical comparison. Cheapest versus highest is the maximum listed difference, not a guaranteed saving.

Current local price range

2p/l

177.9p/l cheapest, 179.9p/l highest

Cheapest versus local average
£0.55 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
Cheapest versus highest
£1.10 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill

Comparing current petrol prices in Saffron Walden can avoid paying up to 2p/l more than the cheapest listed price.

Petrol (E10) compared with nearby locations

Ranked by current average petrol price. Saffron Walden is highlighted so the local baseline remains easy to find.

  1. 1Haverhill9.5 mi, 5 reporting172.3pAverage-6.6p/lCheapest 170.9p
  2. 2Royston12.4 mi, 6 reporting173.7pAverage-5.2p/lCheapest 171.9p
  3. 3Stansted Mountfitchet7.2 mi, 3 reporting178.6pAverage-0.3p/lCheapest 177.9p
  4. 4Saffron WaldenHereCurrent location, 3 reporting178.9pAverageBaselineCheapest 177.9p
  5. 5Buntingford12.2 mi, 2 reporting179.9pAverage+1p/lCheapest 179.9p
  6. 6Bishop's Stortford9.6 mi, 6 reporting181.9pAverage+3p/lCheapest 176.9p

Haverhill has the lowest nearby average shown at 172.3p; it is 6.6p/l cheaper than Saffron Walden.

Local market evidence

Petrol market in this location

Distribution, station consistency and forecourt type provide different evidence. None is treated as a guarantee of the next pump price.

Price distribution

177.9p to 178.6p1 station
178.6p to 179.2p1 station
179.2p to 179.9p1 station

The largest group of reporting petrol forecourts in Saffron Walden sits in the 177.9p to 178.6p range.

Cheapest station consistency

  1. 1Saffron Walden Superstore - Petrol Filling Station28 days
  2. 2Central Garage Essex Ltd15 days
  3. 3A.H Brooks & Son LTD11 days

Supermarkets and other forecourts

Supermarkets
177.9p/l
Major brands
179.4p/l
Independent forecourts
No price
Named local evidence: Tesco.

Where value persists

Petrol brand reliability over 30 days

Historical claims render only when the documented reporting thresholds are met.

Petrol brand reliability over 30 days
BrandStations30-day averageAverage gapCheapest presenceBelow local average
Gulf2 stations179.2p/l1.2p/l16 of 30 days13%

Gulf had the smallest 30-day average gap to the daily cheapest petrol price at 1.2p/l, with a cheapest station present on 16 of 30 days.

Areas with the cheapest petrol in Saffron Walden

  1. 1Sewards End1 reporting, 1 below average177.9p/l
  2. 2Newport1 reporting, 0 below average178.9p/l
  3. 3Elder Street1 reporting, 0 below average179.9p/l

Good to know

Fuel price FAQs for Saffron Walden

Use the current local evidence to choose a forecourt, compare nearby places and understand how coverage and freshness affect the figures.

Where is the cheapest petrol (E10) in Saffron Walden today?
The cheapest listed petrol (E10) price in Saffron Walden is 177.9p/l at Saffron Walden Superstore - Petrol Filling Station. Check the table before travelling because distance, opening status and recent updates can affect the best choice.
How are Saffron Walden petrol (E10) forecourts ranked?
Forecourts are ranked by their current petrol (E10) 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 petrol (E10) prices in Saffron Walden below the UK average?
Petrol is above the UK average by 4.8p/l. These comparisons use current location averages and the latest benchmark data available to the page.
How recent are the Saffron Walden fuel prices on this page?
Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 08:21. Individual prices can remain unchanged between checks until a retailer reports a price change.
Why do some Saffron Walden forecourts not show a current petrol (E10) price?
A forecourt can be listed when it is known to stock petrol (E10), even if there is not a current reported price available for that fuel. The price table keeps those stations visible but prioritises forecourts with current prices.
Should I compare nearby locations before filling up in Saffron Walden?
Nearby comparisons currently show Stansted Mountfitchet at 178.6p/l, 0.3p/l cheaper than Saffron Walden, Haverhill at 172.3p/l, 6.6p/l cheaper than Saffron Walden and Bishop's Stortford at 181.9p/l, 3p/l more expensive than Saffron Walden. Compare Stansted Mountfitchet, Haverhill, Bishop's Stortford and Buntingford.
How can I compare fuel prices around my current location?
Use cheapest petrol 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, 08:21. See how we qualify and compare prices

Retailer reporting target
30 minutes