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Petrol prices in Sunderland

Petrol from 165.7p a litre, averaging 170.8p across 18 stations we track in Sunderland. Diesel averages 196.4p and starts at 188.9p.

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At a glance

Stations tracked: 18
Local areas: 1
Cheapest petrol: 165.7p
Cheapest diesel: 188.9p

Data updated 10 hours ago

The pumps around Sunderland price against their immediate neighbours far more than against any national average, which is why the spread on petrol prices across town can be wider than people expect.

The 18 petrol stations we monitor in Sunderland report their prices directly to the government scheme, so the figures here are what the pumps are charging rather than an estimate.

That spread is worth about 5.1p a litre between the keenest price in Sunderland and the local average, so roughly £2.53 each time you fill up.

For diesel drivers, the cheapest diesel in Sunderland is 188.9p a litre at the moment, with the town averaging 196.4p.

The table underneath lists the cheapest petrol in Sunderland right now, sorted by petrol unleaded, with diesel prices alongside where the site reports them.

Fuel prices Sunderland - today’s snapshot

We track 18 active petrol stations in and around Sunderland with recent prices. (Data updated 10 hours ago)

Cheapest petrol in Sunderland is 165.7p per litre at Asda Sunderland Thompson Road Petrol Filling Station, SR5 1SF, Sunderland.

Cheapest diesel in Sunderland is 188.9p per litre at Tesco, DH4 4AU, Sunderland.

Petrol Unleaded (E10)

Lowest price: 165.7p
Average price: 170.8p
Highest price: 175.9p
Spread: 10.2p across 18 sites

Diesel Standard (B7)

Lowest price: 188.9p
Average price: 196.4p
Highest price: 199.9p
Spread: 11.0p across 18 sites

Petrol Super (E5)

Lowest price: 177.9p
Average price: 189.2p
Highest price: 199.9p
Spread: 22.0p across 13 sites

Diesel Premium

Lowest price: 211.9p
Average price: 216.2p
Highest price: 219.9p
Spread: 8.0p across 6 sites

Figures cover stations reporting to the official CMA price feed within the last 30 days. We exclude obvious reporting errors - prices given in pounds rather than pence, retailer test records, and premium grades priced below the standard grade - so the averages reflect what you can actually pay.

Most expensive petrol in Sunderland is 175.9p per litre at Shell, SR4 8LP, Sunderland.

Most expensive diesel in Sunderland is 199.9p per litre at Shell, SR4 8LP, Sunderland.

Fuel brands in Sunderland

Esso (4) Jet (2) Sainsburys (2) Morrisons (2) BP (2) Shell (2)

Cheapest petrol stations in Sunderland

Petrol and diesel prices Sunderland, sorted by petrol price so the cheapest petrol is first. Open any station for its price history and nearby comparison.

Station	Local area	Petrol	Diesel
Asda Sunderland Thompson Road Petrol Filling Station Thompson Roa… SR5 1SF	Sunderland	165.7p	193.7p
Sainsburys Riverside Road, Sunderland SR5 3JG	Sunderland	165.9p	193.9p
Tesco Newbottle Street, Houghton Le Spring DH4 4AU	Sunderland	166.9p	188.9p
Morrisons Lowry Road, Seaburn SR6 8AA	Sunderland	167.9p	195.9p
Asda Sunderland Superstore Leechmere Road Industrial Estate, Sund… SR2 9TT	Sunderland	168.9p	195.9p
Jet Quarry Service Station, Houghton Le Spring DH4 4AU	Sunderland	168.9p	191.9p
Sainsburys Silksworth Lane, Sunderland SR3 1PD	Sunderland	168.9p	195.9p
BP North Hylton, Sunderland SR5 3NX	Sunderland	169.9p	195.9p
EG On the Move Dame Dorothy Street, Sunderland SR6 0EZ	Sunderland	169.9p	197.9p
Esso Pallion Service Station, 22-23, Pallion Road, Sunderland SR4 6ND	Sunderland	169.9p	194.9p

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Places nearby

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Newcastle upon Tyne 25 stations from 169.7p County Durham 14 stations from 169.9p Middlesbrough 13 stations from 169.9p Northumberland 12 stations from 171.9p Darlington 11 stations from 170.9p Gateshead 11 stations from 166.9p Stockton-on-Tees 9 stations from 168.7p Tynemouth 7 stations from 166.9p Blaydon 7 stations from 172.7p Hartlepool 7 stations from 169.7p Bishop Auckland 6 stations from 167.7p Durham 6 stations from 169.9p South Shields 5 stations from 166.9p Jarrow 5 stations from 167.5p Ashington 4 stations from 172.9p Washington 4 stations from 173.9p Blyth 4 stations from 171.9p Birtley 4 stations from 173.9p Berwick-upon-Tweed 4 stations from 169.9p Thornaby-on-Tees 4 stations from 169.7p Eston 4 stations from 169.7p Billingham 3 stations from 169.9p Consett 3 stations from 172.9p

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Common questions about fuel in Sunderland

What is the latest reported petrol price in Sunderland?

The latest reported petrol prices in Sunderland run from 165.7p to 175.9p per litre, with an average of 170.8p across 18 stations. The lowest petrol price we can see is 165.7p at ASDA SUNDERLAND THOMPSON ROAD PETROL FILLING STATION near SR5 1SF.

What is the latest reported diesel price in Sunderland?

The latest reported diesel prices in Sunderland run from 188.9p to 199.9p per litre, with an average of 196.4p across 18 stations.

How many stations do you track around Sunderland?

We currently track 18 active petrol stations in and around Sunderland. Prices are refreshed from the official CMA fuel price feed throughout the day.

Where is the cheapest petrol in Sunderland?

The cheapest petrol in Sunderland we can currently see is 165.7p a litre at ASDA SUNDERLAND THOMPSON ROAD PETROL FILLING STATION near SR5 1SF. That is 5.1p below the local average of 170.8p.

How many petrol stations are there in Sunderland?

We track 18 petrol stations in and around Sunderland with recent prices, including Esso, Jet, Sainsburys. Each one is listed with its latest petrol and diesel price.

How do I compare stations near Sunderland?

Open the map to compare stations near Sunderland and work out which stop makes sense for your route. You can sort by price or distance and filter to supermarket forecourts only.

Is it cheaper to fill up with petrol or diesel in Sunderland?

Diesel currently averages 25.7p more per litre than petrol in Sunderland, at 196.4p against 170.8p. That gap changes with wholesale costs, so it is worth checking before a big fill.

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