Cheapest fuel in Bradford
Updated 18 September 2026
The cheapest petrol in Bradford is 166.9p a litre at Tesco, 49 Northgate, Cleckheaton, and the cheapest diesel is 190.9p at the same station. Across 12 forecourts in the area, unleaded averages 176.5p.
Filling a 55-litre tank at the cheapest station costs £91.80 — £5.28 less than filling at the Bradford average, and £16.50 less than the most expensive forecourt nearby.
- Cheapest unleaded
- 166.9pTesco
- Cheapest diesel
- 190.9pTesco
- Bradford average
- 176.5p+3.2p vs UK
- Forecourts tracked
- 12within 6 miles
Fuel prices in Bradford
Unleaded in Bradford averages 176.5p, which is 3.2p above the national average of 173.3p — more expensive than the UK average. Over a year of fortnightly 55-litre fills that is about £46 more than a typical UK driver pays — which makes picking the right forecourt locally worth more here, not less.
The gap between the cheapest and most expensive forecourt in the Bradford area is 30.0p a litre. On a 55-litre tank that is £16.50 — the difference between the best and worst choice on the same day, for the same fuel.
Cheapest forecourts in Bradford right now
Cheapest petrol in Bradford
12 forecourts in the area publish an unleaded price, averaging 176.5p a litre.
| # | Station | Unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tesco | 166.9p | £91.80 |
| 2 | Shell | 167.9p | £92.34 |
| 3 | Shell | 167.9p | £92.34 |
| 4 | BP | 169.9p | £93.44 |
| 5 | Esso | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 6 | Esso | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 7 | BP | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 8 | Esso | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 9 | Shell | 173.9p | £95.64 |
| 10 | Texaco | 185.9p | £102.25 |
Cheapest super unleaded petrol in Bradford
10 forecourts in the area publish a super unleaded price, averaging 190.6p a litre.
| # | Station | Super unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texaco | 167.9p | £92.34 |
| 2 | Shell | 181.9p | £100.05 |
| 3 | Shell | 181.9p | £100.05 |
| 4 | BP | 188.9p | £103.89 |
| 5 | Esso | 189.9p | £104.44 |
| 6 | Esso | 191.9p | £105.55 |
| 7 | Shell | 192.9p | £106.09 |
| 8 | BP | 192.9p | £106.09 |
| 9 | Independent / other | 208.9p | £114.89 |
| 10 | Independent / other | 208.9p | £114.89 |
Cheapest diesel in Bradford
12 forecourts in the area publish a diesel price, averaging 200.7p a litre.
| # | Station | Diesel | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tesco | 190.9p | £105.00 |
| 2 | Texaco | 195.9p | £107.75 |
| 3 | Shell | 195.9p | £107.75 |
| 4 | Shell | 195.9p | £107.75 |
| 5 | BP | 196.9p | £108.30 |
| 6 | BP | 197.9p | £108.84 |
| 7 | Esso | 199.9p | £109.94 |
| 8 | Shell | 199.9p | £109.94 |
| 9 | Esso | 199.9p | £109.94 |
| 10 | Esso | 199.9p | £109.94 |
About fuel in Bradford
Bradford sits close enough to Leeds that the two cities' supermarket forecourts compete directly, which tends to keep pump prices across the BD postcodes competitive with the wider West Yorkshire average.
Forecourts in the Bradford area are operated by Esso (3), Shell (3), Independent / other (2), BP (2), Tesco (1), Texaco (1).
Bradford sits in West Yorkshire, in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. This page covers forecourts within about 6 miles of the town centre, which is the realistic detour range for a fill-up.
Fuel prices in nearby towns
Forecourts compete across town boundaries, so a neighbouring town is often worth a look — especially if you are passing through anyway.
Questions
Fuel prices in Bradford — FAQ
Where is the cheapest petrol in Bradford?
Tesco, 49 Northgate, Cleckheaton is currently the cheapest at 166.9p a litre for unleaded. The five cheapest forecourts in the area are Tesco 49 Northgate, Cleckheaton (166.9p), Shell 552 Leeds Road, Bradford (167.9p), Shell Manchester Road, Bradford, Bd5 7jx, Bradford (167.9p), BP Town Street (169.9p), Esso Bradford (172.9p). Prices change daily — the live map always shows the current figure.
How much is petrol in Bradford?
Unleaded averages 176.5p a litre (£1.76) across 12 forecourts in the Bradford area, ranging from 166.9p to 196.9p. Filling a 55-litre tank at the local average costs £97.08.
How much is diesel in Bradford?
Diesel averages 200.7p a litre across 12 forecourts in the Bradford area. The cheapest is 190.9p at Tesco, 49 Northgate, Cleckheaton, and the most expensive nearby is 217.9p.
Is fuel cheaper in Bradford than the rest of the UK?
Bradford averages 176.5p for unleaded against a UK average of 173.3p — +3.2p the national figure. See how much petrol costs across the UK for the full regional picture.
How do I get alerts when fuel gets cheaper in Bradford?
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Prices are aggregated from retailers' published fuel price feeds under the UK government's open fuel price scheme, which covers Great Britain only. Last updated 18 September 2026. Figures are indicative and can change without notice — always check the price displayed at the pump before filling up. See our privacy policy for how we handle data.