Barton Petroleum

4.7 from 597 reviews

Barton Petroleum was founded in 1979 and operates from its base in Bedford, Bedfordshire. The company delivers kerosene heating oil to households across East Midlands, East of England, South East. It is a member of UKIFDA, the UK and Ireland Fuel Distributors Association, and follows its code of practice. Barton Petroleum does not currently pay Compare My Heating Oil a referral fee - we rank them on price like every other supplier.

Founded

1979

Bedford

Min. order

500L

Delivery

6–9 working days

Coverage

East Midlands

Barton Petroleum - indicative prices today

VolumePrice per litreTotal inc. VAT

300 litres

98.5p £310.28

500 litres Most ordered

94.4p £495.6

900 litres

93.1p £879.8

Indicative price based on regional averages · Enter your postcode above for confirmed availability and price

About Barton Petroleum

Barton Petroleum focuses its operations across East Midlands, East of England, South East, allowing the business to maintain strong local relationships and reliable route planning.

Headquartered in Bedford, Bedfordshire, Barton Petroleum accepts payment by card, direct debit, cash on delivery. The minimum order is 500L - standard for a bulk delivery supplier and well suited to households ordering once or twice a year.

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David P.

Farm owner

2026-02-19

Been using them for years. Not always the absolute cheapest but the delivery is dependable and the office actually answers the phone.

Elaine T.

Homeowner

2026-04-05

Good price on 900 litres and the driver was careful with the hose across the garden. No complaints.

David P.

Farm owner

2026-06-16

Easy to deal with and their budget payment plan spreads the cost nicely over the year.

How Barton Petroleum compares

Indicative 500L price per litre versus nearby suppliers covering the same region.

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94.8p +0.4p

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93p -1.4p

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Barton Petroleum - frequently asked questions

Is Barton Petroleum a reliable heating oil supplier?

Barton Petroleum is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 597 customer reviews, which places it among the highest-rated for customer satisfaction among UK heating oil suppliers. They are a member of UKIFDA (UK and Ireland Fuel Distributors Association) and operate under its code of practice, which covers delivery standards, pricing transparency and complaint handling. Barton Petroleum has the operational capacity to maintain consistent delivery schedules across East Midlands, East of England, South East.

What areas does Barton Petroleum cover?

Barton Petroleum delivers to East Midlands, East of England, South East. Exact postcode availability can vary - use the quote form above to confirm whether they cover your address and to see a current price.

What is the minimum order with Barton Petroleum?

The minimum order with Barton Petroleum is 500L. This is standard for a bulk delivery supplier and typically represents around two to three months of consumption for an average UK home heated solely by oil.

How quickly can Barton Petroleum deliver?

Standard delivery from Barton Petroleum is 6–9 working days. Lead times can extend during periods of high demand - typically November to February - when heating oil consumption peaks across the UK. Ordering before your tank drops below a quarter full is the best way to avoid running out during a cold snap.

What payment methods does Barton Petroleum accept?

Barton Petroleum accepts Card, Direct debit, Cash on delivery. The direct debit option allows you to spread the cost of heating oil across the year as part of a budget payment plan - useful for managing cash flow if you order a large bulk delivery ahead of winter.

Does Barton Petroleum pay OilOwl a referral fee?

Barton Petroleum does not currently pay OilOwl a referral fee. They are included in our results because they are a genuine option for customers in their coverage area, and we believe a complete picture of the market is more useful than a filtered one.

Can I order directly from Barton Petroleum?

Yes - you can order directly at bartonpetroleum.co.uk. Ordering direct skips the comparison step, so it is worth comparing here first to check whether Barton Petroleum is competitive for your postcode on the day you are ordering - prices can shift by several pence per litre week to week.

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