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Find the heating oil cost in Cornwall — we compare kerosene prices per litre from UK suppliers covering all 10 towns in the county. See today's cheapest rate for 500 litres of 28-second kerosene (home heating oil), compare local suppliers and get an instant quote for your postcode.
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Indicative range across 8 suppliers · 5 August 2026
Indicative prices per litre today, inc. VAT and delivery
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96.5p/ litre
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96.6p/ litre
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95.4p/ litre
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94.1p/ litre
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96.7p/ litre
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96.2p/ litre
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93.8p/ litre
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93.9p/ litreAverage per litre today
Cornwall's peninsula geography means it sits at the far end of most tanker delivery routes, making competitive pricing especially important. Roughly 60,000 Cornish homes use oil as their primary heating fuel, concentrated in rural parishes across West Cornwall, the Lizard and Bodmin Moor where mains gas simply does not reach. Fuel is typically brought in from depots in Plymouth and Exeter, so prices can sit 1-2p above the South West average - making comparison even more valuable here than elsewhere.
The average price today is 95.2p per litre for 500 litres, including delivery and 5% VAT. That is 1.4p above the current UK average, based on 8 suppliers quoting across Cornwall.
A 500-litre delivery in Cornwall costs approximately £500 today, including 5% VAT and delivery. Prices vary across suppliers, so comparing before you order can save a meaningful amount.
Suppliers serving Cornwall include Certas Energy, Watson Fuels, NWF Fuels, Your NRG and others. Availability depends on your exact postcode - use the form above to compare quotes for your address.
Most Cornwall suppliers deliver within 3-5 working days for a standard order. Some offer express or next-day delivery for an additional charge. During cold spells, lead times extend across the board - order when your tank reaches a quarter full to avoid being caught short.
Ordering 500 litres or more unlocks better per-litre rates than a 300-litre order. Comparing multiple local suppliers on the day you want to order, avoiding emergency deliveries (which cost 8-15p per litre more) and timing your order outside peak winter demand (October-February) are the most reliable ways to reduce your fuel bill.
Delivery costs tend to be slightly higher in Cornwall than in more central counties because tankers travel further from the main fuel depots. That said, suppliers compete for a large and loyal customer base, so shopping around usually closes most of the gap. Our price data shows Cornwall typically running 1-2p per litre above the England average.
Yes. Several Cornish parishes run community oil-buying groups that aggregate orders to secure volume discounts. The Royal Cornwall Show grounds area and many village halls host groups. If you're new to an area, ask your parish council whether a local scheme exists - savings of 3-5p per litre are common when ordering with neighbours.
