Global Oil Prices and Average UK Petrol & Diesel Prices As At 6.55am

13th March 2026

Oil recently moved around $100 due to geopolitical tensions and supply risks in the Middle East, which pushed prices higher this week. Prices are subject to moves very quickly as he US/Iran war continues.

Brent crude oil: about $100 per barrel today.
WTI crude oil: about $95-96 per barrel.

UK Petrol & Diesel Prices (average)

Approximate current UK pump prices:

Petrol (unleaded): ~ 140.3p per litre (£1.40)

Diesel: ~ 158.5p per litre (£1.58)

Recent reports show:

Petrol roughly 137-140p/litre

Diesel roughly 150-158p/litre depending on location.

Diesel is usually more expensive because of refining costs and strong demand from logistics and industry.