UK Petrol Prices Surge 20% Post-Iran Conflict

0:00On March 31st, petrol prices across the UK have jumped 20% in some spots, all thanks to the conflict in the Middle East with Iran. Drivers are shelling out way more at the pumps since the U.S. and Israel started striking back late February. Unlead its climb past 150 pence per liter, hitting 155 pence or higher in the worst areas. Latest numbers from Sunday March 29th show the top spikes in places like North Workshop at 156.9 pence and West Lancashire closed behind at 156.3 pence. London boroughs such as Westminster, Hackney and Kingston upon Thames are feeling a two, all over 155 pence on average. That means filling up the average family car, now costs 10 pounds 56 more than before the war kicked off. Diesel's even rougher, topping 181 pence per liter, up nearly 39 pence from pre-conflict levels. Millions of pounds extra are hitting UK motorists daily, not everywhere slam the same

1:02spots like Melton and Leicestershire and Shorem by C in West Sussex saw hikes under 9%. Retailer data highlights big gaps between chains, so shopping around pays off. With prices still volatile from the Iran tensions, keep an eye on local pumps, in that interactive map for the real-time pain points, drivers staying. Fueled up smart.