Petrol prices in South Molton

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

Lowest listed petrol forecourt in South Molton

174.9p/l

Lowest listed petrol price in South Molton

VVst South Molton Services1 mi from South Molton centre

Directions Station details

Petrol local average: 178.1p/l
Local forecourts: 3
UK comparison: Above

Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 08:21

Live local prices

Current petrol prices in South Molton

3 current petrol (E10) prices from 3 South Molton 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 South Molton. Ranked by Petrol (E10) price.
Forecourt	Postcode and report	Petrol(E10), selected ranking	Distancefrom South Molton centre	Opening times	Actions
1VVst South Molton ServicesValero	EX36 3DBReported 6 Oct 2026, 23:46	174.9pCheapest	Distance: 1 mi	Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours	Details
2MWoodside ServicesMurco	EX36 3QPReported 27 Sept 2026, 17:20	175.9p	Distance: 2.1 mi	Hours vary by dayMonday: 07:00 - 20:00; Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00; Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00; Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00; Friday: 07:00 - 20:00; Saturday: 07:30 - 20:00; Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00; Bank holidays: 09:00 - 20:00	Details
3J J GaragesIndependent forecourt	EX36 3HWReported 22 Sept 2026, 19:41	183.5p	Distance: 1.9 mi	Hours vary by dayMonday: 08:00 - 18:00; Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00; Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00; Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00; Friday: 08:00 - 18:00; Saturday: 08:00 - 13:00; Sunday: 00:00 - 00:00; Bank holidays: 00:00 - 00:00	Details

How to read this page

About petrol prices in South Molton

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

South Molton 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.

185p178p171p

Average price

178.1p/l

20 Sept to 19 Oct

30-day low: 171.9p/l
30-day high: 193.9p/l
Movement (30 days): +3.8p/l
Volatility: Moderate

Jerry's petrol trend read

Petrol in South Molton rose 3.2p/l, from 174.9p/l on 20 September to 178.1p/l on 19 October. The rise was not continuous: prices briefly fell 6.7p/l from 22 September to 23 September before moving higher again. South Molton's current average is 4p/l above the UK average. Daily movement volatility is moderate.

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.

Woodside Services

175.9p/l today

2.2p/l below South Molton average today

Near cheapest: Within 1p on 29 of 30 days
Daily cheapest: Cheapest on 15 of 30 days
Average gap: 0.5p/l average gap
Evidence: 30 of 30 days reported

Directions Station details

Woodside Services stayed within 1p/l of the daily cheapest petrol price on 29 of 30 reported days, averaging 0.5p/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

8.6p/l

174.9p/l cheapest, 183.5p/l highest

Cheapest versus local average: £1.76 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
Cheapest versus highest: £4.73 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill

Comparing current petrol prices in South Molton can avoid paying up to 8.6p/l more than the cheapest listed price.

Petrol (E10) compared with nearby locations

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

Barnstaple has the lowest nearby average shown at 170p; it is 8.1p/l cheaper than South Molton.

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

174.9p to 177.8p2 stations

177.8p to 180.6p0 stations

180.6p to 183.5p1 station

The largest group of reporting petrol forecourts in South Molton sits in the 174.9p to 177.8p range.

Cheapest station consistency

Supermarkets and other forecourts

Supermarkets: No price
Major brands: 175.4p/l
Independent forecourts: 183.5p/l

Named local evidence: Independent forecourts.

Where value persists

Petrol brand reliability over 30 days

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

No brand has at least two South Molton forecourts and 21 days of petrol evidence for a reliable 30-day comparison.

Areas with the cheapest petrol in South Molton

1Hill1 reporting, 1 below average174.9p/l
2Newtown1 reporting, 1 below average175.9p/l
3North Molton1 reporting, 0 below average183.5p/l

Good to know

Fuel price FAQs for South Molton

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 South Molton today?

The cheapest listed petrol (E10) price in South Molton is 174.9p/l at Vst South Molton Services. Check the table before travelling because distance, opening status and recent updates can affect the best choice.

How are South Molton 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 South Molton below the UK average?

Petrol is above the UK average by 4p/l. These comparisons use current location averages and the latest benchmark data available to the page.

How recent are the South Molton 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 South Molton 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 South Molton?

Nearby comparisons currently show Dulverton at 176.4p/l, 1.7p/l cheaper than South Molton, Barnstaple at 170p/l, 8.1p/l cheaper than South Molton and Winkleigh at 188p/l, 9.9p/l more expensive than South Molton. Compare Dulverton, Barnstaple, Winkleigh and Crediton.

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