Cheapest fuel in Northampton
Updated 18 September 2026
The cheapest petrol in Northampton is 172.9p a litre at Esso, 348 Wellingborough Rd, Northampton, and the cheapest diesel is 194.9p at the same station. Across 4 forecourts in the area, unleaded averages 185.4p.
Filling a 55-litre tank at the cheapest station costs £95.09 — £6.88 less than filling at the Northampton average, and £13.20 less than the most expensive forecourt nearby.
- Cheapest unleaded
- 172.9pEsso
- Cheapest diesel
- 194.9pEsso
- Northampton average
- 185.4p+12.1p vs UK
- Forecourts tracked
- 4within 6 miles
Fuel prices in Northampton
Unleaded in Northampton averages 185.4p, which is 12.1p above the national average of 173.3p — more expensive than the UK average. Over a year of fortnightly 55-litre fills that is about £173 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 Northampton area is 24.0p a litre. On a 55-litre tank that is £13.20 — the difference between the best and worst choice on the same day, for the same fuel.
Cheapest forecourts in Northampton right now
Cheapest petrol in Northampton
4 forecourts in the area publish an unleaded price, averaging 185.4p a litre.
| # | Station | Unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Esso | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 2 | Independent / other | 174.9p | £96.19 |
| 3 | BP | 196.9p | £108.30 |
| 4 | BP | 196.9p | £108.30 |
Cheapest super unleaded petrol in Northampton
4 forecourts in the area publish a super unleaded price, averaging 201.9p a litre.
| # | Station | Super unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Independent / other | 183.9p | £101.14 |
| 2 | Esso | 187.9p | £103.34 |
| 3 | BP | 217.9p | £119.84 |
| 4 | BP | 217.9p | £119.84 |
Cheapest diesel in Northampton
4 forecourts in the area publish a diesel price, averaging 206.9p a litre.
| # | Station | Diesel | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Esso | 194.9p | £107.19 |
| 2 | Independent / other | 196.9p | £108.30 |
| 3 | BP | 217.9p | £119.84 |
| 4 | BP | 217.9p | £119.84 |
About fuel in Northampton
Northampton's logistics-heavy economy and M1 access support a good spread of forecourts, with supermarket sites on the ring road generally cheapest.
Forecourts in the Northampton area are operated by BP (2), Esso (1), Independent / other (1).
Northampton sits in Northamptonshire, in the East Midlands 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 Northampton — FAQ
Where is the cheapest petrol in Northampton?
Esso, 348 Wellingborough Rd, Northampton is currently the cheapest at 172.9p a litre for unleaded. The five cheapest forecourts in the area are Esso 348 Wellingborough Rd, Northampton (172.9p), Independent / other Westbridge, 3, St. James Road, Northampton (174.9p), BP M1 Northbound, Northampton (196.9p), BP M1 Southbound, Northampton (196.9p). Prices change daily — the live map always shows the current figure.
How much is petrol in Northampton?
Unleaded averages 185.4p a litre (£1.85) across 4 forecourts in the Northampton area, ranging from 172.9p to 196.9p. Filling a 55-litre tank at the local average costs £101.97.
How much is diesel in Northampton?
Diesel averages 206.9p a litre across 4 forecourts in the Northampton area. The cheapest is 194.9p at Esso, 348 Wellingborough Rd, Northampton, and the most expensive nearby is 217.9p.
Is fuel cheaper in Northampton than the rest of the UK?
Northampton averages 185.4p for unleaded against a UK average of 173.3p — +12.1p 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 Northampton?
Save your regular forecourts as favourites in the free CheapestFuel iOS app and turn on price-drop notifications. You will get a push alert when one of them cuts its price.
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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.