Current UK Heating Oil Pricing - UPDATED 10/09/26
Heating Oil Prices UK
Heating oil prices change with the wholesale kerosene market, so there is no single fixed UK price per litre. Your delivered heating oil price depends on current market conditions, the quantity you require, your delivery postcode and how quickly you need your fuel.
Heating Oil Prices - Updated 10 September 2026
Current Heating Oil Price Per Litre
Current heating oil prices start from 97p per litre for deliveries in the North West, depending on the quantity required and delivery location.
For deliveries outside the North West, our current indicative average price is around £1.10 per litre. Heating oil follows the wholesale kerosene market, so prices can rise or fall and the exact delivered price will depend on your postcode, order size and delivery requirements.
Current market price Heating oil prices change as wholesale kerosene and wider fuel markets move.
Quantity required The number of litres ordered can affect your delivered heating oil price per litre.
Delivery postcode Location, regional supply and delivery distance contribute to the final delivered price.
Delivery timeframe Planned deliveries generally provide greater flexibility than urgent or short-notice orders.
UK Fuel Market
Red Diesel Price Trends in the UK
Red Diesel prices follow movements in the wider gas oil market and can change over relatively short periods.
The underlying cost of Red Diesel is influenced by UK and international fuel markets. Changes in crude oil values, refinery supply, demand and currency movements can all cause wholesale gas oil prices to rise or fall. Compass Fuels uses current market conditions when calculating each delivered quotation rather than publishing a single price that may not reflect an individual order.
Understanding Your Heating Oil Quote
What Affects Heating Oil Prices?
Heating oil prices are influenced by both the wholesale kerosene market and the practical cost of delivering fuel to your home. This is why prices can vary by location, order size and even the time you place your order.
Wholesale Kerosene Prices
Domestic heating oil is primarily kerosene, so changes in wholesale kerosene and crude oil markets can directly influence the underlying price suppliers pay for fuel.
Exchange Rates
Oil and refined fuel products are traded internationally, so movements in sterling against the US dollar can affect the wholesale cost of heating oil in the UK.
How Much You Order
Your order quantity affects the economics of the delivery. Larger heating oil orders can often achieve a lower delivered price per litre than smaller quantities.
Your Delivery Postcode
The distance from the supplying depot, regional fuel availability, delivery routes and access to your property can all contribute to your final delivered heating oil price.
How Quickly You Need It
Ordering before your tank is running low gives more flexibility when arranging delivery. Urgent or short-notice requirements may be more difficult to schedule efficiently.
Seasonal Demand
Demand for domestic heating oil typically increases during colder periods. Sudden cold weather can lead to increased orders, tighter delivery schedules and changes in local fuel availability.
Heating oil deliveries from 500 litres The amount you order can affect the delivered heating oil price per litre.
Quantity & Price
Does Ordering More Heating Oil Reduce the Price Per Litre?
Larger heating oil orders can often achieve a more economical delivered price per litre because the cost of making the delivery is spread across a greater volume of kerosene.
Quantity is not the only factor, however. The wholesale kerosene price, your delivery postcode, local availability and delivery requirements all contribute to your final quotation. This means the cheapest heating oil price per litre will not always be determined by order size alone.
500–999 litres Smaller heating oil top-ups
1,000–1,499 litres A common domestic order size
1,500–1,999 litres Larger household requirements
2,000+ litres Higher-volume heating oil deliveries
Not sure how much to order? You do not necessarily need to fill your tank completely. Tell us approximately how much heating oil you require and your postcode and we can provide a current delivered price for that quantity.
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Why Do Heating Oil Prices Vary by Location?
The heating oil price available in one part of the UK can differ from the price quoted in another, even when both households order on the same day.
Your delivered heating oil price includes more than the wholesale cost of kerosene. The supplying depot, distance travelled, delivery route, local demand and fuel availability can all affect the final price per litre.
North West heating oil from 97p per litre Our current North West guide price starts from 97p per litre, depending on order volume and location. Outside the North West, our current indicative average is around £1.10 per litre. Prices based on 10 September 2026 and may move with the market.
Get a Price for Your Postcode Supplying Depot
Heating oil sourced closer to your delivery address can reduce transport distance and help keep the delivered cost more competitive.
Delivery Distance
The distance travelled to your property contributes to delivery costs and can influence your final heating oil price per litre.
Property Access
Narrow lanes, restricted access or difficult tank locations may require different delivery arrangements and can affect the cost of completing your delivery.
Local Supply & Demand
Regional kerosene availability and demand can vary, particularly during colder weather when more households are ordering heating oil.
Managing Your Heating Oil Costs
How to Get the Best Heating Oil Price
You cannot control the wholesale kerosene market, but when and how you order heating oil can affect the price you pay and help you avoid unnecessary delivery costs.
Order Before You Run Low
Ordering while you still have heating oil in your tank gives you more flexibility over delivery timing and reduces the risk of needing an urgent delivery.
Think About How Much You Order
Larger deliveries can sometimes achieve a lower heating oil price per litre because transport costs are spread across a greater quantity of kerosene.
Give Us Accurate Delivery Information
Let us know about narrow lanes, restricted access or unusual tank locations when requesting your quote so we can plan the most suitable delivery from the outset.
Keep an Eye on Your Tank Level
Checking your tank regularly makes it easier to plan your next heating oil order, choose an appropriate quantity and avoid unexpectedly running out.
More Than Just the Price Per Litre
Why Buy Heating Oil From Compass Fuels?
A competitive heating oil price matters, but so does knowing your fuel will arrive when you need it and that the price quoted is based on your actual delivery.
Compass Fuels supplies domestic heating oil across the UK, with particularly competitive pricing across the North West and experienced support from our friendly team.
Your quote is based on your postcode and quantity We calculate your delivered heating oil price using the current kerosene market together with your location, order size and delivery requirements.
Request a Heating Oil Quote When comparing heating oil suppliers, the headline price per litre is only part of the decision. Reliable delivery, clear communication and helpful customer service matter too — particularly when your home depends on heating oil.
Competitive Heating Oil Prices
Our heating oil quotations are based on current kerosene market conditions together with your order quantity, postcode and delivery requirements.
Strong North West Coverage
Our North West delivery network allows us to offer particularly competitive heating oil pricing across the region, with UK-wide supply also available.
Flexible Delivery Options
We can arrange heating oil deliveries around your requirements, whether you are planning ahead or need fuel more quickly because your tank is running low.
Flexible Payment Options
Speak to our team about the payment options available for your heating oil delivery and ongoing domestic fuel requirements.
Friendly, Experienced Support
Our team can help with order quantities, delivery access and timing rather than leaving you to rely on a headline online price alone.
J E
1 month ago
Quick and easy service. Ordered over the phone and delivered quickly, great customer service and super friendly drivers. They rang to confirm they were on the way and the whole process was less than 10 minutes. Can’t fault it at all.
James Earl
5 months ago
Considering the current situation, Luke and the team were really helpful, our heating oil was delivered 3 days after ordering. Thanks!
Samantha Carey
5 months ago
Compass Fuel Oils delivered above and beyond for me recently. I won’t go anywhere else for heating oil from now on. A refreshingly straight and honest firm to do business with. Thanks Nick and team.
David Martin
5 months ago
Rang Ellie good price / delivered when they said it would be delivered. Would defo recommend 👌 them .Mr martin
Gerry Allen
6 months ago
Excellent service. Held the quoted price, despite all the problems in the oil market and the massive rise in local demand. They also went out of their way to make sure I didn’t run out of oil by delivering enough to keep me going before they were able to deliver the full order (a week later).
Couldn’t have been better!
Couldn’t have been better!
Helen Hunt
6 months ago
Great service from Compass, they usually deliver days earlier than scheduled. Driver rings to check oil tank details
Ian Whittingham
6 months ago
First Class Service.
Received our delivery today as promised. The office staff kept me updated regarding my delivery. Jimmy was excellent, he delivered fast and efficiently, as the tanker blocks the road during delivery.
Thank you.
Received our delivery today as promised. The office staff kept me updated regarding my delivery. Jimmy was excellent, he delivered fast and efficiently, as the tanker blocks the road during delivery.
Thank you.
Darryl Hamer
7 months ago
Ordered 500 litres of kerosene for 3-5 days delivery. It turned up literally early the morning after, and the prices were cheaper than the places I usually use. Also spoke to the team on the phone after I placed the order and they were very helpful! Would recommend!
Amanda Kelly
8 months ago
Delighted to provide a 5 star for Compass Oil. We had been let down at the last minute by NRG Oil, after paying for a premium delivery.
Compass stepped in at very short notice and provided a next day delivery at a very competitive price, which really helped us out. The customer service from Kath, Leah, Jonny and the entire team was outstanding. We would undoubtedly use them again and would definitely recommend them.
Compass stepped in at very short notice and provided a next day delivery at a very competitive price, which really helped us out. The customer service from Kath, Leah, Jonny and the entire team was outstanding. We would undoubtedly use them again and would definitely recommend them.
Jessica Balmer
8 months ago
Highly recommend! Very helpful and go out of their way to offer a 5 star service! We ran out of kerosene unexpectedly and with a 6 month old baby having no heating or hot water in -6 temperatures it was certainly challenging! Compass very kindly went out of the way to get a delivery to us ASAP delivering by 9am Monday morning now that’s what you call service! Thankyou Compass!
Agri Plant Solutions Ltd Marcus Sutton
10 months ago
Compass fuels are a friendly, helpful and professional business, that work hard for their customers. Ellie, our customer manager, has got fuel to us in emergencies, when we’ve forgotten to order and kept us moving. Ellie deserves a 5 star rating and so do all the team at Compass Fuels.
Alison Dickinson
3 years ago
Absolutely amazing company to buy from, customer service is impeccable can't beat them for price. Staff super friendly and helpful.
Nicholas Whittle
3 years ago
I have been a loyal customer of Compass Fuels for the past five years, and they are an incredibly friendly and customer-focused company. Olly and his brother, who are usually responsible for delivering the oil, are a pleasure to deal with. They are always friendly, and I enjoy chatting with them whenever they come to deliver the oil. Compass Fuels is a genuine company with an excellent people culture, and they deserve all the success they have achieved. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy fuel supplier.
Natalie Mclaughlin
3 years ago
Excellent service from olly. Thank you.
philip brook
3 years ago
Excellent delivery , had a txt the night before and Olly was helpful and friendly
Paul Howe (Adboards)
3 years ago
Great service by Olly
William Whitla
3 years ago
Jimmy was a star, great help
sam poulton
3 years ago
Amazing service provided today by Jimmy. Would 100% recommend and use again.
Philip Doherty
3 years ago
Quality service from Jim, he's the man to call especially when you are in a bind.
Gary Noble
3 years ago
Great service, big thanks to jimmy was extremely helpful
Stuart Kerr
3 years ago
The new boiler ran out of fuel in the middle of the night and this caused several issue's as you can imagine. A quick panicked phone call first thing and the reply was perfect, "don't worry, we'll get some out to you". Less than 1 hour later he was onsite with fuel. excellent service and really helped us out, can't thank them enough.
Personalised Pop
3 years ago
Best out there!! I’ve run out a few times and they never let me down. I now have a sensor and so they’ll auto deliver. Brilliant team!
anthony rimmer
3 years ago
Hats off to Nick and the team for tremendous customer service and ensuring immediate refuelling when required. To be fair they never fail to deliver......... right across the board.
Josh briggs
3 years ago
Very nice staff, great service, couldn’t fault the company at all !
Sarah withington
4 years ago
Ordered via boilerjuice on standard 2 week delivery received a text message 24 hours before oil was delivered to prep for delivery, delivered only 3 days after Order fantastic! I live in very rural location driver telephoned for directions was polite and friendly, filled tank super quick and left. No issues at all would definitely recommend
Choosing Your Heating Oil
What Type of Heating Oil Do I Need?
Most homes in the UK with an oil-fired heating system use kerosene, also commonly referred to as 28-second heating oil.
Kerosene is widely used in domestic oil-fired boilers and cookers because it burns cleanly and efficiently. When we refer to heating oil prices on this page, we are referring to domestic kerosene unless stated otherwise.
Some properties and older heating systems may have different fuel requirements, so if you are unsure what is currently stored in your tank or which grade your appliance requires, check your boiler documentation or speak to our team before ordering.
Not sure which heating oil you currently use? Don't guess. Tell us about your boiler, heating system or previous fuel deliveries and our team can help you establish what you need before arranging a delivery.
Ask About Your Heating Oil Heating Oil Pricing FAQs
Heating Oil Price Questions Answered
Answers to common questions about current heating oil prices, kerosene prices per litre, order quantities and delivered quotations.
How much is heating oil per litre in the UK?
As of 10 September 2026, Compass Fuels is quoting North West heating oil deliveries from 97p per litre, depending on quantity and location. Outside the North West, our current indicative average is around £1.10 per litre. Prices can move with the wholesale kerosene market, so request a current quote for an accurate delivered price.
What is the heating oil price today?
Our guide prices on 10 September 2026 are from 97p per litre for North West deliveries and around £1.10 per litre outside the North West. The price available when you order may be higher or lower depending on market movements, your postcode and the quantity required.
Why is heating oil cheaper in the North West?
Delivered heating oil prices are affected by regional supply, the location of the supplying depot, transport distance and local delivery routes. Compass Fuels has particularly strong coverage in the North West, which can help us offer competitive delivered prices across the region.
Why do heating oil prices change?
Heating oil prices follow the wholesale kerosene market and can be affected by crude oil prices, refinery supply, demand, exchange rates and wider international events. Seasonal demand and local delivery conditions can also influence the final price paid by a household.
Is heating oil cheaper when I order more?
Larger heating oil orders can often achieve a lower delivered price per litre because transport costs are spread across a greater quantity of fuel. However, the final price still depends on current kerosene prices, your postcode and the practical requirements of the delivery.
What is the minimum heating oil delivery?
Compass Fuels can supply domestic heating oil deliveries from 500 litres. You do not necessarily need to fill your tank completely, so you can request a quotation for the quantity that suits your household requirements and available tank capacity.
Why do heating oil prices vary by postcode?
Your postcode helps determine where your kerosene is supplied from, how far the delivery vehicle needs to travel and which delivery route is most efficient. Regional fuel availability and local demand can therefore mean heating oil prices vary between different parts of the UK.
How often do heating oil prices change?
Heating oil prices can change regularly because the underlying wholesale kerosene market moves throughout the week. The prices displayed on this page are dated guide prices, so requesting a fresh quotation is the best way to obtain the current delivered price for your postcode.
Can I get heating oil delivered quickly if I am running low?
Delivery availability depends on your location, the quantity required and current tanker schedules. If your tank is running low, contact Compass Fuels as soon as possible with your postcode and required quantity so our team can confirm the earliest available delivery and current price.
Is kerosene the same as domestic heating oil?
Kerosene, also commonly called 28-second heating oil, is the fuel used by most UK homes with oil-fired heating systems. When we refer to domestic heating oil prices on this page, we are referring to kerosene unless stated otherwise.
Need an accurate heating oil price today?
Tell us your required quantity and delivery postcode and we’ll calculate a current delivered heating oil quotation for your home.
Current Heating Oil Pricing
Get Today’s Heating Oil Price
Tell us how much heating oil you need and your delivery postcode and we’ll provide a current delivered quotation based on your location, quantity and current kerosene market conditions.
Current guide prices: North West deliveries from 97p per litre and around £1.10 per litre outside the North West.
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Guide prices based on 10 September 2026. The current price may be higher or lower depending on market movements, quantity and delivery location.