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Find the heating oil cost in Cumbria — we compare kerosene prices per litre from UK suppliers covering all 8 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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94.1p/ litre
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93.0p/ litre
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91.7p/ litre
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94.3p/ litre
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92.0p/ litre
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92.0p/ litre
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93.4p/ litre
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91.7p/ litreAverage per litre today
Cumbria's combination of the Lake District National Park, the Eden Valley and the remote Pennine fells creates one of England's most dispersed heating oil markets. Around 60,000 Cumbrian homes use oil, with the highest concentrations in rural CA, LA and DL postcodes beyond the towns of Carlisle, Kendal and Barrow. The mountainous terrain can make deliveries challenging and expensive for the most remote properties, but strong competition from Northern Irish and Scottish-linked suppliers helps keep prices reasonable in accessible areas.
The average price today is 92.8p per litre for 500 litres, including delivery and 5% VAT. That is 1p below the current UK average, based on 8 suppliers quoting across Cumbria.
A 500-litre delivery in Cumbria costs approximately £487 today, including 5% VAT and delivery. Prices vary across suppliers, so comparing before you order can save a meaningful amount.
Suppliers serving Cumbria include Certas Energy, NWF Fuels, Your NRG, Crown Oil and others. Availability depends on your exact postcode - use the form above to compare quotes for your address.
Most Cumbria 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.
Very. Many Lake District cottages, farms and holiday lets sit in areas with no mains gas - the National Park status has limited grid infrastructure. It is estimated that 40% of homes in the Lake District National Park use oil. This includes many of the stone farmhouses and holiday cottages that are rented out commercially.
They can be. Properties in the highest fells, narrow valley bottoms and tidal estuary areas can attract surcharges from some suppliers due to restricted vehicle access. Minimum order sizes are also sometimes higher for remote locations. Our quote form shows the options available at your specific postcode.
