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Monthly Fuel Cost (E10)
Based on 800 miles/month at 40 MPG
Local avg: £140/month • National: £138/month
E10 Price Ranking
Among the cheapest!
Out of 16 stations within 5 miles
E10 Price Position in Colchester
Cheaper than 71% of local stations
Local price range (Colchester): E10 prices range from 149.9p to 156.9p across stations within 5 miles.
Fuel Price Comparison - Colchester Area
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| E10 | 151.9 4 minutes ago | 152.9+1.0p 4 minutes ago | 152.9+1.0p 4 minutes ago | 153.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago | 150.9-1.0p 4 minutes ago | 152.9+1.0p 4 minutes ago | 154.9+3.0p 4 minutes ago | 153.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago | 156.9+5.0p 4 minutes ago | 153.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago | 149.9-2.0p 4 minutes ago | N/A | 154.9+3.0p 4 minutes ago | 153.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago | 154.9+3.0p 4 minutes ago | 153.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago | 153.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago |
| E5 | 163.9 4 minutes ago | 169.9+6.0p 4 minutes ago | 161.9-2.0p 4 minutes ago | 173.9+10.0p 4 minutes ago | 168.9+5.0p 4 minutes ago | 179.9+16.0p 4 minutes ago | 179.9+16.0p 4 minutes ago | 173.9+10.0p 4 minutes ago | 184.9+21.0p 4 minutes ago | N/A | 165.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago | 169.9+6.0p 4 minutes ago | 175.9+12.0p 4 minutes ago | 164.9+1.0p 4 minutes ago | 175.9+12.0p 4 minutes ago | 164.9+1.0p 4 minutes ago | 169.9+6.0p 4 minutes ago |
| DSL | 166.9 4 minutes ago | 167.9+1.0p 4 minutes ago | 168.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago | 167.9+1.0p 4 minutes ago | 167.9+1.0p 4 minutes ago | 166.9 4 minutes ago | 168.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago | 167.9+1.0p 4 minutes ago | 170.9+4.0p 4 minutes ago | 171.7+4.8p 4 minutes ago | 165.9-1.0p 4 minutes ago | 167.9+1.0p 4 minutes ago | 168.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago | 166.9 4 minutes ago | 168.9+2.0p 4 minutes ago | 166.9 4 minutes ago | 169.9+3.0p 4 minutes ago |
| PRM B7 | N/A | 185.9 4 minutes ago | N/A | N/A | N/A | 194.9 4 minutes ago | 194.9 4 minutes ago | N/A | 194.9 4 minutes ago | N/A | 174.9 4 minutes ago | N/A | 189.9 4 minutes ago | N/A | 189.9 4 minutes ago | N/A | 185.9 4 minutes ago |
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Nearby Petrol Stations in Colchester
16 stations within 5 milesCompare fuel prices at nearby petrol stations to find the best deal.
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Texaco
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Shell
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Shell
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Esso
Esso, 124, Bergholt Road, Colchester - CO4 5AJ
Shell
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Asda
Turner Rise, Colchester - CO4 5TU
BP
154 Mersea Road, Colchester - CO2 8PU
Murco
Great Horkesley Garage, The Causeway, Great Horkesley, Colchester - CO6 4EJ
BP
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Tesco
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BP
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Tesco
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Esso
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sainsburys Colchester petrol station
What are the current fuel prices at Sainsburys in Colchester?
The current fuel prices at Sainsburys 1 Western Approach, Stanway, Colchester, CO3 8AA are: Premium Unleaded(E5): 163.9p, Unleaded(E10): 151.9p, Diesel(B7): 166.9p. Prices are updated regularly throughout the day.
Is Sainsburys Colchester cheaper than nearby petrol stations?
E10 petrol at Sainsburys 1 Western Approach, Stanway, Colchester is currently 1.6p lower than the local average of 153.5p. There are 16 stations within 5 miles, with prices ranging from 149.9p to 156.9p.
How do Sainsburys Colchester prices compare to the UK national average?
E10 petrol at Sainsburys 1 Western Approach, Stanway, Colchester is 0.6p higher than the UK national average of 151.3p per litre. Nationally, E10 prices range from 123.5p to 239.9p.
What types of fuel are available at Sainsburys Colchester?
Sainsburys 1 Western Approach, Stanway, Colchester offers the following fuel types: Premium Unleaded(E5), Unleaded(E10), Diesel(B7). All fuels meet UK quality standards and are regularly tested for compliance.
Is Sainsburys Colchester one of the cheapest petrol stations nearby?
Sainsburys 1 Western Approach, Stanway, Colchester is the 3rd cheapest station out of 16 petrol stations within 5 miles for E10 petrol. This makes it one of the most affordable options in the area.
What other petrol stations are near Sainsburys Colchester?
The nearest alternative petrol stations to Sainsburys 1 Western Approach, Stanway, Colchester are: Esso (0.6 miles away), Co-op (1.0 miles away), Esso (1.1 miles away). You can compare prices at these stations to find the best deal in the Colchester area.
Where is Sainsburys Colchester located?
Sainsburys Colchester is located at 1 Western Approach, Stanway, Colchester, CO3 8AA. The station is easily accessible and offers convenient fuel services for drivers in the Colchester area.
How often are fuel prices updated at Sainsburys Colchester?
Fuel prices at Sainsburys 1 Western Approach, Stanway, Colchester are typically updated daily. Our data is sourced from official price reporting and updated regularly throughout the day to ensure accuracy. We recommend checking back frequently for the latest prices.
Are the Sainsburys fuel prices on FuelSpy live?
Prices for Sainsburys 1 Western Approach, Stanway, Colchester are sourced from the UK Government's Temporary Road Fuel Price Open Data Scheme on gov.uk and refreshed approximately every 30 minutes. Forecourt prices can change between updates, so we show the latest reported value.
What payment methods does Sainsburys Colchester accept?
Most Sainsburys forecourts accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), contactless and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay), and fuel cards. Confirm with the station for cash or loyalty-card specifics.
When is the cheapest time to buy fuel in Colchester?
Wholesale fuel costs shift weekly, so retail prices in Colchester often move on Mondays and Tuesdays. Filling up mid-week — before forecourts react to weekend demand — typically gives the best price. Use FuelSpy to compare live prices before you set off.
Fuel Prices in Colchester
Looking for cheap petrol in Colchester? Sainsburys at 1 Western Approach, Stanway, Colchester offers competitive fuel prices for E10 unleaded, E5 super unleaded, diesel, and premium diesel. Use our comparison tools above to see how this station's prices compare to the local Colchester average and the UK national average.
There are 16 other petrol stations within 5 miles of this location. Compare all nearby stations to find the cheapest fuel in CO3 and save money every time you fill up.
Sainsburys is one of the UK's leading fuel retailers. Our price data is sourced from official UK fuel price reporting systems and updated throughout the day.
