Premium diesel prices in Watford

Compare current premium diesel (SDV) across 4 Watford forecourts. Check the lowest listed price, local average and map before choosing where to fill up.

Lowest listed premium diesel forecourt in Watford

206.9p/l

Lowest listed premium diesel price in Watford

South Oxhey Esso Express2.8 mi from Watford centre

Directions Station details

Premium diesel local average: 211.9p/l
Local forecourts: 4
UK comparison: Below

Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 06:50

Live local prices

Current premium diesel prices in Watford

4 current premium diesel (SDV) prices from 4 Watford forecourts listed as stocking premium diesel.

Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 06:50. Individual rows show when that forecourt price was reported.

Current premium diesel prices in Watford. Ranked by Premium diesel (SDV) price.
Forecourt	Postcode and report	Premium diesel(SDV), selected ranking	Distancefrom Watford centre	Opening times	Actions
1South Oxhey Esso ExpressEsso	WD19 6EGReported 14 Oct 2026, 15:25	206.9pCheapest	Distance: 2.8 mi	06:00 - 23:00 dailyMonday - Sunday: 06:00 - 23:00; Bank holidays: 06:00 - 23:00	Details
2Rontec WatfordEsso	WD24 4AEReported 13 Oct 2026, 14:44	208.9p	Distance: 0.4 mi	Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours	Details
3Shell Little Waitrose SceptreShell	WD24 7RUReported 3 Oct 2026, 09:48	214.9p	Distance: 0.9 mi	Hours vary by dayMonday: 24 hours; Tuesday: 24 hours; Wednesday: 24 hours; Thursday: 24 hours; Friday: 24 hours; Saturday: 24 hours; Sunday: 06:30 - 21:00; Bank holidays: 24 hours	Details
4Asda Sheepcot Express PetrolAsda	WD25 7LWReported 18 Sept 2026, 20:22	216.9p	Distance: 1.7 mi	Open 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hours	Details

How to read this page

About premium diesel prices in Watford

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

Watford has 4 forecourts listed as stocking premium diesel (SDV), with current prices available from 4. The table ranks forecourts by current premium diesel (SDV) 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 Premium diesel (SDV) using official UK Fuel Finder data, local averages, regional benchmarks and UK average comparisons where coverage is available.

Thirty-day evidence

Thirty-day premium diesel (SDV) price trend

Thirty-day premium diesel (SDV) trends, local comparisons and potential savings from official UK Fuel Finder data.

222p216p209p

Average price

211.9p/l

20 Sept to 19 Oct

30-day low: 204.9p/l
30-day high: 216.9p/l
Movement (30 days): +1.2p/l
Volatility: Low

Jerry's premium diesel trend read

Premium diesel in Watford rose 1.2p/l, from 210.7p/l on 20 September to 211.9p/l on 19 October. The rise was not continuous: prices briefly fell 0.8p/l from 28 September to 29 September before moving higher again. Watford's current average is 6.4p/l below the UK average. Daily movement volatility is low.

Consistency, not just today's lowest

A consistently competitive premium diesel forecourt

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

South Oxhey Esso Express

206.9p/l today

5p/l below Watford average today

Near cheapest: Within 1p on 25 of 30 days
Daily cheapest: Cheapest on 25 of 30 days
Average gap: 0.4p/l average gap
Evidence: 30 of 30 days reported

Directions Station details

South Oxhey Esso Express stayed within 1p/l of the daily cheapest premium diesel price on 25 of 30 reported days, averaging 0.4p/l above the daily cheapest price.

Price choice

Potential premium diesel savings

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

Current local price range

10p/l

206.9p/l cheapest, 216.9p/l highest

Cheapest versus local average: £2.75 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
Cheapest versus highest: £5.50 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill

Comparing current premium diesel prices in Watford can avoid paying up to 10p/l more than the cheapest listed price.

Premium diesel (SDV) compared with nearby locations

Ranked by current average premium diesel price. Watford is highlighted so the local baseline remains easy to find.

Watford has the lowest average premium diesel price in this comparison at 211.9p/l.

Local market evidence

Premium diesel 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

206.9p to 209.4p2 stations

209.4p to 211.9p0 stations

211.9p to 214.4p0 stations

214.4p to 216.9p2 stations

The largest group of reporting premium diesel forecourts in Watford sits in the 206.9p to 209.4p range.

Cheapest station consistency

Supermarkets and other forecourts

Supermarkets: 216.9p/l
Major brands: 210.2p/l
Independent forecourts: No price

Named local evidence: Asda, Shell, Esso.

Where value persists

Premium diesel brand reliability over 30 days

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

Premium diesel brand reliability over 30 days
Brand	Stations	30-day average	Average gap	Cheapest presence	Below local average
Esso	2 stations	209.4p/l	2.1p/l	25 of 30 days	85%

Esso had the smallest 30-day average gap to the daily cheapest premium diesel price at 2.1p/l, with a cheapest station present on 25 of 30 days.

Areas with the cheapest premium diesel in Watford

1South Oxhey1 reporting, 1 below average206.9p/l
2North Watford2 reporting, 1 below average208.9p/l
3Kingswood1 reporting, 0 below average216.9p/l

Good to know

Fuel price FAQs for Watford

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 premium diesel (SDV) in Watford today?

The cheapest listed premium diesel (SDV) price in Watford is 206.9p/l at South Oxhey Esso Express. Check the table before travelling because distance, opening status and recent updates can affect the best choice.

How are Watford premium diesel (SDV) forecourts ranked?

Forecourts are ranked by their current premium diesel (SDV) 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 premium diesel (SDV) prices in Watford below the UK average?

Premium diesel is below the UK average by 6.4p/l. These comparisons use current location averages and the latest benchmark data available to the page.

How recent are the Watford fuel prices on this page?

Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 06:50. Individual prices can remain unchanged between checks until a retailer reports a price change.

Why do some Watford forecourts not show a current premium diesel (SDV) price?

A forecourt can be listed when it is known to stock premium diesel (SDV), 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 Watford?

Nearby comparisons currently show Kings Langley at 222.2p/l, 10.3p/l more expensive than Watford, Rickmansworth at 222.7p/l, 10.8p/l more expensive than Watford and Borehamwood at 216.2p/l, 4.3p/l more expensive than Watford. Compare Kings Langley, Rickmansworth, Borehamwood and St. Albans.

How can I compare fuel prices around my current location?

Use 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, 06:50. See how we qualify and compare prices

Retailer reporting target: 30 minutes