Pump price direction
The national average moved higher. If your local cycle is starting to reset, compare nearby stations before more sites follow.
Daily market update
Australia fuel market update — 5 August 2026
On 5 August 2026, the national U91 average was 209.1c per litre (up 3.5c on the day before), ranging 173.9-259.6c across Australia.
U91 national average5 August 2026
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U91 national average is 209.1c
The national U91 average rose 3.5c day on day to 209.1c. If a new cycle is starting, fill before the rest of the network follows.
- U91 average
209.1c
- Cheapest
173.9c
- Dearest
259.6c
- Day on day
+3.5c
This week in numbers
What changed in the fuel market
A quick read on the national U91 move, wholesale inputs and what drivers should check before filling up.
- Up 3.5cCompare reported prices
Wholesale signals
Brent US$79.90 · AUD/USD 0.7047 · +24.1c/L retail-TGP margin
Margin normalOpen market dashboardNational price spread
U91 ranged from 173.9c to 259.6c across Australia. A wide spread means suburb and station choice can beat the national average.
85.7cView price trendsDriver action
If you are below half a tank, check nearby stations now. A price reset can spread quickly in cycle markets.
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Pump price implications
What this means at the bowser
- U91 rose on this update, so check whether your local cycle has started to climb before delaying a needed fill.
- Retail margins are around 24.1c/L above terminal-gate price, so local cycle position is likely more important than the wholesale margin today.
- Wholesale moves usually take one to two weeks to work through retail prices, while city fuel cycles can reset much faster. Read the national update as context, then check your city page and nearby stations before driving.
Market signals
5 August 2026 market signals
The daily U91 move alongside wholesale margin, crude/currency pressure and current availability risk.
U91 daily move
+3.5c
National average is moving dearer; compare nearby stations before the cycle spreads.
Retail margin
+24.1c
Retail margin is above normal, but not extreme.
Import pressure
Brent US$79.90 · AUD 0.7047
Crude and currency move wholesale costs before they reach the pump.
Supply watch
34d cover
National stock cover is enough context for supply risk.
Current scenario · Mixed
Read national signals against your city cycle
This view compares the local cycle, wholesale prices, AUD/USD and retail margin. It describes the Australia market, not the price at every station.
- Wholesale, currency and city-cycle signals can point in different directions. Use the national update as context, then check the local map before driving.
- Pump prices can rise when terminal-gate prices, crude oil or a city reset move up. They can ease when wholesale costs fall or retailers keep discounting. If the indicators disagree, check nearby station reports.
City-by-city outlook
Check where your city sits in the cycle
Each capital can be in a different part of its retail cycle, even when the national average barely moves.
Sydney
Cycle market. Open the city page for current U91 averages, local timing and suburb links before a big fill.
City outlookOpen city outlookMelbourne
Cycle market. Open the city page for current U91 averages, local timing and suburb links before a big fill.
City outlookOpen city outlookBrisbane
Longer discounting cycle. Open the city page for current U91 averages, local timing and suburb links before a big fill.
City outlookOpen city outlookPerth
Weekly FuelWatch rhythm. Open the city page for current U91 averages, local timing and suburb links before a big fill.
Weekly lowOpen city outlookAdelaide
Cycle market. Open the city page for current U91 averages, local timing and suburb links before a big fill.
City outlookOpen city outlookCanberra
Local trend check. Open the city page for current U91 averages, local timing and suburb links before a big fill.
City outlookOpen city outlookDarwin
Local trend check. Open the city page for current U91 averages, local timing and suburb links before a big fill.
City outlookOpen city outlookHobart
Local trend check. Open the city page for current U91 averages, local timing and suburb links before a big fill.
City outlookOpen city outlook
How this update is calculated
Data sources, timing and confidence
FuelRadar combines reported station prices with wholesale and supply signals so the daily Australia market update explains both what changed and what to check next.
Built from reported source data
Station-level prices, refresh timing and cycle signals stay tied to the same source data.
- Daily averages are calculated from supported Australia station price feeds for the default petrol grade, then compared with the previous available day.
- Wholesale context comes from terminal-gate pricing, crude oil and AUD/USD signals where available. Those inputs usually influence pump prices with a lag.
- City and cycle links are interpretation aids, not a guarantee. Each city can be in a different part of its retail cycle on the same national update.
- Always confirm the station price, fuel grade and update time before making a long detour.
Frequently asked
Market update FAQ
The national U91 average was 209.1c per litre on 5 August 2026, with stations ranging from 173.9 to 259.6c.
Compare prices near you
- This update reflects the national U91 average for 5 August 2026. Prices vary by state, suburb and station. The figure above is the country-wide mean.
- Open the fuel map to compare stations near you, or check the fair price watch to see how far retailers are above the wholesale price today.