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@GA2G
ebenzo, welcome to the forum.
SE Premium Ale = Expensive for what it is. The Fuji Obey is the same bike, but the Obey is better looking.
Bianchi Pista = Good entry level fixed steel bike.
Charge Plug Racer = Heavy, and only plain guage steel; but durable. Racer in name only.
Steel is more repairable, and has more respect from many of our forum members. I own 3 aluminium bikes, so I go my own path.
What are your preferences - commuting mainly, maybe some track? £800 gives many options.
But if its steel you want, then I recommend these: [each are a little bit special, or at least not very ordinary]
Condor Potenza
Ellis-Briggs Fixed
Strada Fixation
Or, KiwiCycles can do you a steel bike for between £550-750, and spec it as you wish.
EDIT: The SE Racing Lager is half a pound heavier than the SE Premium Ale, but £500 cheaper. The White isn't bad; avoid the Red/Black.