Despite a recent decline in fuel prices across the UK, some petrol stations continue to charge significantly more than the average, with Britain’s 40 most expensive forecourts now publicly named. According to the RAC, while the average price of petrol has dipped from a high of 159.53p per litre on May 28 to about 154.45p this week, diesel prices currently stand at 173.76p per litre.
The RAC anticipates that petrol prices may soon fall below 150p per litre, with diesel potentially dropping under 170p. However, some stations still levy charges as much as 43p above the national average, highlighting ongoing disparities in fuel costs.
Scott Benson from Fuel Finder notes that although prices are beginning to decrease after a sharp spring spike, motorists are not yet seeing cheap fuel. “Petrol and diesel remain significantly more expensive than last year,” he explains, “meaning drivers continue to bear a considerable premium even as wholesale prices ease.”
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Among the most expensive forecourts, half belong to a single company, illustrating how brand presence can influence pricing. An Asda representative commented on their fuel pricing strategy, stating, “Asda’s supermarket sites are the cheapest places for motorists to fill up in the UK, with 321 supermarket forecourts setting the benchmark for value. Our Asda Express convenience stores, due to higher operating costs and different locations, have higher prices but still offer good value compared to the broader convenience market.”
The list of Britain’s priciest petrol stations underscores the varying fuel costs drivers face depending on where they refuel.