Select a time period to compare weekly UK averages.
Official weekly averages are not live forecourt quotes. For local prices, use the petrol prices near me tool.
Recent weekly averages
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READING THE DATA
What the UK petrol price history tells you
These statistics show the national weekly average pump price of standard unleaded petrol and diesel. They are useful for comparing broad changes in the cost of motoring, but do not show what a particular forecourt charged on a specific day.
Why national averages differ from what you pay
Prices vary by retailer, location, fuel grade and date. A motorway service station may charge much more than the national average. The government’s weekly national series is therefore best used for long-term trends. To find an actual station, use reported local forecourt prices.
How to calculate the cost of a full tank
For a 50-litre fill, divide the pump price in pence per litre by 100 and multiply by 50. A weekly average of 150p per litre would imply £75 for 50 litres. Your actual bill depends on litres purchased, fuel grade and the station's price.
Why fuel prices rise and fall
UK pump prices are affected by wholesale oil and refined fuel costs, sterling exchange rates, taxes, distribution and retail margins. Changes in global markets and government policy can make petrol and diesel move differently. A historical chart is useful context, not a prediction of next week's prices.
Where the figures come from
Our chart reads the government’s publicly published Weekly road fuel prices CSV, which reports weekly unleaded petrol and diesel pump prices. It is not affiliated with GOV.UK or DESNZ. When the source cannot be reached, we do not substitute invented observations.
Common questions
Are these current petrol station prices?
No. These are national average prices for each reported week. Use the nearby-fuel tool for forecourt-specific reports.
Does the dataset cover premium petrol or supermarket prices?
No. The government weekly series covers standard unleaded petrol and road diesel averages. It does not break down retail brands or E5 premium petrol.
How often is the history updated?
Government data is normally published weekly. This chart reloads the current official CSV through a cached website endpoint. The latest week shown is the authoritative date for this view.