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Premium diesel prices in Dorchester

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

Lowest listed premium diesel forecourt in Dorchester

219.9p/l

Lowest listed premium diesel price in Dorchester

The Grove Service Station2.4 mi from Dorchester centre
DirectionsStation details
Premium diesel local average
222.4p/l
Local forecourts
4
UK comparison
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Current premium diesel prices in Dorchester

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

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

Current premium diesel prices in Dorchester. Ranked by Premium diesel (SDV) price.
ForecourtPostcode and reportPremium diesel(SDV), selected rankingDistancefrom Dorchester centreOpening timesActions
1The Grove Service StationBPDT1 1XUReported 9 Oct 2026, 11:05219.9pCheapestDistance: 2.4 miHours vary by dayMonday: 06:00 - 22:00; Tuesday: 06:00 - 22:00; Wednesday: 06:00 - 22:00; Thursday: 06:00 - 22:00; Friday: 06:00 - 22:00; Saturday: 06:00 - 22:00; Sunday: 07:00 - 22:00; Bank holidays: 06:00 - 22:00Details
2Mfg Winterbourne AbbasEssoDT2 9LJReported 28 Sept 2026, 23:55219.9pCheapestDistance: 2.5 miOpen 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hoursDetails
3Maiden Newton Service StationTexacoDT2 0BAReported 16 Sept 2026, 12:50219.9pCheapestDistance: 4.6 mi07:00 - 21:00 dailyMonday - Sunday: 07:00 - 21:00; Bank holidays: 07:00 - 21:00Details
4Shell DorchesterShellDT1 1NFReported 19 Oct 2026, 10:58229.9pDistance: 2.9 miOpen 24 hoursMonday - Sunday: 24 hours; Bank holidays: 24 hoursDetails

How to read this page

About premium diesel prices in Dorchester

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

Dorchester 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.

224p219p214p
  • 20 September 2026: local 218.9: region 215.6: UK 215.3
  • 21 September 2026: local 218.9: region 215.9: UK 215.7
  • 22 September 2026: local 220.2: region 216.3: UK 216
  • 23 September 2026: local 221.4: region 216.6: UK 216.3
  • 24 September 2026: local 221.4: region 216.9: UK 216.6
  • 25 September 2026: local 221.4: region 217.3: UK 217
  • 26 September 2026: local 221.4: region 217.4: UK 217.2
  • 27 September 2026: local 221.4: region 217.5: UK 217.2
  • 28 September 2026: local 221.4: region 218.4: UK 218
  • 29 September 2026: local 222.4: region 219.1: UK 218.4
  • 30 September 2026: local 222.4: region 219.1: UK 218.4
  • 1 October 2026: local 222.4: region 219.1: UK 218.5
  • 2 October 2026: local 222.4: region 219.1: UK 218.5
  • 3 October 2026: local 222.4: region 219.2: UK 218.5
  • 4 October 2026: local 222.4: region 219.2: UK 218.6
  • 5 October 2026: local 222.4: region 219.2: UK 218.6
  • 6 October 2026: local 222.4: region 219.2: UK 218.5
  • 7 October 2026: local 222.4: region 219.2: UK 218.4
  • 8 October 2026: local 222.4: region 219.2: UK 218.4
  • 9 October 2026: local 221.2: region 219.2: UK 218.5
  • 10 October 2026: local 221.2: region 219.3: UK 218.5
  • 11 October 2026: local 221.2: region 219.2: UK 218.5
  • 12 October 2026: local 221.2: region 219.3: UK 218.6
  • 13 October 2026: local 221.2: region 219.2: UK 218.5
  • 14 October 2026: local 221.2: region 219.1: UK 218.4
  • 15 October 2026: local 221.2: region 219.2: UK 218.4
  • 16 October 2026: local 221.2: region 219.2: UK 218.4
  • 17 October 2026: local 221.2: region 219.2: UK 218.4
  • 18 October 2026: local 221.2: region 219.2: UK 218.4
  • 19 October 2026: local 222.4: region 219.1: UK 218.3

Average price

222.4p/l

20 Sept to 19 Oct

30-day low
215.9p/l
30-day high
229.9p/l
Movement (30 days)
+3.5p/l
Volatility
Low
Jerry holding a light bulb and presenting a fuel-price insight

Jerry's premium diesel trend read

Premium diesel in Dorchester rose 3.5p/l, from 218.9p/l on 20 September to 222.4p/l on 19 October. The rise was not continuous: prices briefly fell 1.2p/l from 8 October to 9 October before moving higher again. Dorchester's current average is 4.1p/l above 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.

Mfg Winterbourne Abbas

219.9p/l today

2.5p/l below Dorchester average today

Near cheapest
Within 1p on 30 of 30 days
Daily cheapest
Cheapest on 30 of 30 days
Average gap
0p/l average gap
Evidence
30 of 30 days reported
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Mfg Winterbourne Abbas stayed within 1p/l of the daily cheapest premium diesel price on 30 of 30 reported days, averaging 0p/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

219.9p/l cheapest, 229.9p/l highest

Cheapest versus local average
£1.38 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 Dorchester 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. Dorchester is highlighted so the local baseline remains easy to find.

  1. 1Sturminster Newton14.1 mi, 1 reporting201.9pAverage-20.5p/lCheapest 201.9p
  2. 2Sherborne14.5 mi, 1 reporting217.9pAverage-4.5p/lCheapest 217.9p
  3. 3Weymouth7.7 mi, 4 reporting220.2pAverage-2.2p/lCheapest 214.9p
  4. 4Wareham14.1 mi, 2 reporting221.4pAverage-1p/lCheapest 217.9p
  5. 5DorchesterHereCurrent location, 4 reporting222.4pAverageBaselineCheapest 219.9p

Sturminster Newton has the lowest nearby average shown at 201.9p; it is 20.5p/l cheaper than Dorchester.

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

219.9p to 222.4p3 stations
222.4p to 224.9p0 stations
224.9p to 227.4p0 stations
227.4p to 229.9p1 station

The largest group of reporting premium diesel forecourts in Dorchester sits in the 219.9p to 222.4p range.

Cheapest station consistency

  1. 1Mfg Winterbourne Abbas30 days
  2. 2Maiden Newton Service Station21 days
  3. 3The Grove Service Station11 days
  4. 4Shell Dorchester0 days

Supermarkets and other forecourts

Supermarkets
No price
Major brands
222.4p/l
Independent forecourts
No price
Named local evidence: Shell, BP, Esso.

Where value persists

Premium diesel brand reliability over 30 days

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

No brand has at least two Dorchester forecourts and 21 days of premium diesel evidence for a reliable 30-day comparison.

Areas with the cheapest premium diesel in Dorchester

  1. 1Frome Whitfield2 reporting, 1 below average219.9p/l
  2. 2Maiden Newton1 reporting, 1 below average219.9p/l
  3. 3Winterbourne Abbas1 reporting, 1 below average219.9p/l

Good to know

Fuel price FAQs for Dorchester

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 Dorchester today?
The cheapest listed premium diesel (SDV) price in Dorchester is 219.9p/l at The Grove Service Station. Check the table before travelling because distance, opening status and recent updates can affect the best choice.
How are Dorchester 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 Dorchester below the UK average?
Premium diesel is above the UK average by 4.1p/l. These comparisons use current location averages and the latest benchmark data available to the page.
How recent are the Dorchester 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester?
Nearby comparisons currently show Weymouth at 220.2p/l, 2.2p/l cheaper than Dorchester, Sturminster Newton at 201.9p/l, 20.5p/l cheaper than Dorchester and Wareham at 221.4p/l, 1p/l cheaper than Dorchester. Compare Weymouth, Bridport, Sturminster Newton and Wareham.
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, 08:21. See how we qualify and compare prices

Retailer reporting target
30 minutes