UK gas oil pump price
UK gas oil pump price stood at 100.08 Pence per litre in Aug 2026, according to GOV.UK official statistics. It is one of the indicators in the Domestic energy prices table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1989 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Domestic energy prices table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Road fuel: price at the pump | |||||||||||
| Gas oil (red diesel) | 100.08 | 82.74 | 83.53 | 99.16 | 111.07 | 99.51 | 66.01 | 64.43 | 65.48 | 72.82 | |
| Premium unleaded petrol (ULSP) | 161.16 | 150.77 | 155.59 | 157.6 | 158.34 | 140.46 | 131.38 | 133.19 | 136.55 | 134.98 |
Understanding UK gas oil pump price
This series measures the average retail price of gas oil, widely recognised as red diesel, consumed across the United Kingdom for non-road applications such as agriculture, construction, and marine vessels. It captures the cost of heavy-duty compression-ignition fuel distributed under specific fiscal markers that denote its rebated duty status. This separates it completely from standard road diesel metrics while providing insight into primary sector operational costs.
When evaluating this indicator, analysts must account for regulatory shifts governing eligible usage sectors, which can alter demand composition over time. Price movements reflect both crude oil costs and specialised agricultural or industrial demand cycles rather than typical motorist behaviour. Comparisons with standard road diesel highlight the direct impact of differential fuel excise duties on end-user costs.
Frequently asked questions
- Can this fuel legally be used in standard road vehicles?
- No, gas oil contains fiscal markers and is restricted to approved off-road machinery, agricultural vehicles, and heating.
- Does this price include Value Added Tax?
- Yes, standard retail figures incorporate applicable VAT alongside any levied excise duty.
- Who submits price returns for this heating and off-road fuel?
- Specialist agricultural and industrial fuel distributors across the United Kingdom.