UK heating oil prices – Live daily updates

Heating oil is priced against the daily wholesale market, which tracks global crude oil (Brent) and wholesale product markets. Through 2026, prices have been especially unsettled by the escalating Middle East conflict involving Iran, which has repeatedly pushed wholesale energy costs higher with little warning. Add in exchange rate movements (oil is traded in US dollars) and seasonal demand spikes and quotes generated just a couple of days apart, could look noticeably different. There's no way to eliminate that volatility, but keeping an eye on the market and not leaving your order until your tank is empty, planning ahead and avoiding last-minute orders gives you more flexibility when prices fluctuate.

Heating oil tracks a live wholesale market, so the price you're quoted is only guaranteed at the time of quote – a heating oil quote isn't fixed beyond the point it is issued, the way that fixed retail prices often are. If you get a quote, wait a few days, then go back to order; the market may have moved in that time, and your new quote will reflect the current price rather than the original one. This is standard across the industry, not specific to one supplier. If price matters to you, it's worth acting on a quote quickly once you're happy with it, rather than waiting to see if it drops further.

Generally, yes. Heating oil is usually cheaper per litre the more you order in one delivery. Our delivery cost is spread across more litres, so a 1,000-litre order will typically work out a few pence per litre less than a 500-litre top-up. If your tank has the capacity and your budget allows it, ordering a larger volume less often can save you money over the year compared with frequent small top-ups. It's worth weighing any potential savings against your tank capacity and household budget. If the upfront cost feels too much for a larger order, a savings plan or one of our flexible payment options can help you spread the cost over time.

Nobody can predict the market with certainty, but a few patterns hold most years: 

• Demand, and prices, tend to rise through autumn and peak in winter as households top up before the colder months
• Summer and early autumn are typically quieter and cheaper

The risk with waiting is that if a geopolitical event or weather pushes wholesale prices up suddenly, as happened at points in 2026, you could end up paying considerably more than if you'd ordered earlier. 

If your tank is getting low, it's generally safer to order before you run dangerously low rather than wait and gamble on a lower price when you're in desperate need of a top-up.

Even with the price rises seen through 2026, heating oil is generally still cheaper per unit of heat than electric heating, and it remains the main practical option for the roughly 1.5 million UK homes that aren't connected to mains gas. It's harder to make a fair comparison with mains gas directly, since gas customers pay under a regulated price cap while heating oil tracks a free wholesale market, so the gap can narrow or widen depending on conditions. If cost comparison matters to you, it's worth checking current wholesale gas and electricity unit rates alongside our live heating oil prices rather than relying on older figures.

It can. Heating oil pricing is partly driven by order volume and delivery efficiency, so some households team up with neighbours to place a combined order, which can unlock a better rate than ordering alone. Consumer expert Martin Lewis has specifically recommended group buying during periods of high prices. It won't suit everyone, as group purchases rely on coordinating timing and tank capacity with people nearby, but if you live in a village or rural cluster with several oil-heated homes, it might be worth discussing with your neighbours before your next order.

Most heating oil suppliers, Your NRG included, set a minimum order size of typically 500 litres, as it isn't cost-effective to send a tanker out for a very small top-up. Price generally improves as order size increases, so a 500-litre order will usually cost more per litre than a 1,000-litre order. If you're not sure how much to order, check your tank's capacity and your typical usage (most homes use 1,000–2,000 litres a year) so you can order close to a full tank rather than topping up in small, more expensive amounts.

A few practical steps help take the sting out of price volatility: order before your tank runs low rather than in an emergency, compare more than one quote instead of accepting the first price you see, and consider ordering larger volumes when the market is calmer to reduce how often you're exposed to price swings. A monthly savings plan is also worth considering; spreading the cost across the year means you're not caught out by a single expensive delivery during a price spike. Signing up for price alerts or checking a live prices page regularly can also help you time orders around the calmer periods in the market.

Heating oil prices change regularly depending on factors like global oil markets, weather, seasonal demand, and your delivery location. Larger heating oil orders may also work out cheaper per litre.

Heating oil prices are often lower per unit than electricity and can be more cost-effective in rural areas without mains gas. It also offers high heat output, making it a great choice for larger or older homes, as well as big business buildings, such as farms.

Heating oil is a liquid fuel used in oil-fired boilers to heat homes that aren’t connected to the gas grid. It’s stored in a tank outside and pumped into your system to provide hot water and central heating.

The minimum order quantity of heating oil at Your NRG is 500 litres. If you’re trying to keep heating oil prices down, ordering larger volumes when you can often gives you better value.

Heating oil prices can go down, but no one can guarantee it. Heating oil prices are linked to global crude oil markets, seasonal demand, and more – so they move up and down constantly throughout the year. Prices are often lower in the warmer months as demand drops, then rise again in colder periods when more people are ordering at the same time.

Heating oil prices typically rise for a few common reasons:

• Higher crude oil costs
• Increased seasonal demand during cold spells
• Supply constraints (refinery maintenance, distribution bottlenecks, etc.)
• GBP performance against the US dollar
• Delivery and distribution costs (longer routes, fewer drops per run, or urgent deliveries)

We focus on keeping heating oil prices fair and competitive by cutting wasted costs out of the process. That means:

• Direct supply, so you’re not paying unnecessary middleman mark-ups
• Smarter route planning to keep delivery costs tighter
• Flexible delivery options, so you can choose a cheaper window when you’re not in a hurry

Before you place an order, check the following to get the best heating oil prices:

• How much you actually need: Estimate tank capacity and current level
• Delivery access: Unlocked gates, clear routes, and safe turning space for the tanker
• Delivery timing: Standard/flexible slots are often cheaper than urgent drops
• Price details: Confirm whether the quote includes delivery and any add-ons
• Average heating oil prices: Use the Your NRG Price Index to sense-check the national average
• Payment options: If it helps, use flexible payments to order the volume that lowers your price per litre (e.g., PayPal ‘Pay in 3’)