Score of 85.8/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification
STANDARD FUEL OILS LIMITED demonstrates a strong central payment tendency, with an average payment time of 28 days and 95% of invoices settled within the 30-day threshold. The remaining 5% of payments fall within the 31-60 day band, with zero instances of payments exceeding 60 days, indicating no exposure to severely delayed settlements. Overall, the payment speed profile reflects a broadly prompt-paying customer operating close to but consistently within standard terms.
Despite the favourable average and distribution metrics, the late payment rate of 25% introduces a meaningful reliability concern, suggesting that one in four invoices does not meet the agreed due date even if ultimately settled within 30 days. This discrepancy between the late payment rate and the 30-day settlement rate indicates that payment terms may be shorter than 30 days, or that due dates are being routinely missed by small margins. While the financial exposure remains limited given the absence of long-overdue payments, the frequency of technical lateness signals inconsistent internal payment discipline.
STANDARD FUEL OILS LIMITED presents a low-to-moderate risk profile overall, with strong containment of payments within acceptable timeframes but a notable pattern of missing precise due dates. Suppliers should assess whether the 25% late payment rate creates cash flow friction relative to their own obligations before extending credit terms. As a risk mitigation measure, suppliers may consider issuing early reminder communications ahead of due dates or negotiating slightly extended standard terms to better align with the customer's actual payment behaviour.
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sept 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 | 05 May 2026 | 28 | 95% | 5% | 0% | 25% |
| 01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 2025 | 04 Nov 2025 | 29 | 94% | 6% | 0% | 31% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
30 days from date of invoice is mostly our standard terms.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
No additional information
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
60
Disputes are dealt with by contacting our accounts payable who will deal with the appropriate team to resolve the query.
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.
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Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Standard Fuel Oils Limited is a private limited company operating within the fuel oils sector in the United Kingdom. The company's name indicates a focus on the supply and distribution of fuel oils, serving commercial, industrial, and domestic customers across its operational area.
The company was incorporated on 8 March 2011 and is registered in England under company number 07555993. Its registered office is located at Carlton House, Gores Road, Knowsley Industrial Park, Liverpool, L33 7XS, positioning the business within one of the North West of England's established industrial and commercial hubs.
Fuel oil companies of this type in the UK market typically supply products such as heating oil, red diesel, gas oil, and kerosene to a range of customers including businesses, manufacturers, and households. Distribution services, fuel storage solutions, and account management facilities form the core operational activity of businesses within this sector.
Standard Fuel Oils Limited holds active status with Companies House, confirming the business remains a current and registered trading entity within the United Kingdom.