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📈 30-day price trend — Reading
Key insights for Reading
- →Average petrol has risen 3.7p/litre in Reading over the past week
- →There is a 10p/litre spread between the cheapest and most expensive petrol in Reading — filling a 55L tank at the cheapest saves ~£5.50
- →Costco is the cheapest forecourt in Reading at 149.9p, 1p cheaper than the cheapest independent
- →Reading is currently 3.8p/litre cheaper than Newbury nearby
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# Petrol Prices Rise Sharply in Reading
Petrol prices in Reading have jumped significantly, with the average now standing at 156.4p per litre—up 5.9p from last week. This puts Reading 1.0p above the UK national average of 155.4p/litre, meaning drivers here are paying slightly more than most of the country. Across the 38 petrol stations tracked in Reading, there is a notable 31.0p spread between the cheapest and most expensive fuel, highlighting substantial price variations depending on where motorists choose to fill up.
For those seeking the best value, Costco offers the lowest petrol price in Reading at 148.9p per litre—a significant saving for members willing to make the trip. Given the 31.0p difference between cheapest and most expensive stations, it's worth comparing prices before filling up. Motorists should check current prices at nearby forecourts to ensure they're not overpaying, particularly as prices continue climbing week on week.
Fuel prices in Reading — what's happening
Updated 2026-04-05# Petrol Prices Rise Sharply in Reading Petrol prices in Reading have jumped significantly, with the average now standing at 156.4p per litre—up 5.9p from last week. This puts Reading 1.0p above the UK national average of 155.4p/litre, meaning drivers here are paying slightly more than most of the country. Across the 38 petrol stations tracked in Reading, there is a notable 31.0p spread between the cheapest and most expensive fuel, highlighting substantial price variations depending on where motorists choose to fill up. For those seeking the best value, Costco offers the lowest petrol price in Reading at 148.9p per litre—a significant saving for members willing to make the trip. Given the 31.0p difference between cheapest and most expensive stations, it's worth comparing prices before filling up. Motorists should check current prices at nearby forecourts to ensure they're not overpaying, particularly as prices continue climbing week on week.