Townsend Sf Connect fuel prices
BP · AL5 2UA · Harpenden
17 Luton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Unleaded here is 2.7p above the local average at its last reported price, 18 days ago. 3rd cheapest of 4 within 3 miles. Harpenden Esso Express, 0.9 miles away, is 1.0p cheaper (price reported 18 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 2.3p above the local average at its last reported price, 19 days ago. 4th cheapest of 4 within 3 miles. Harpenden Esso Express, 0.9 miles away, is 1.0p cheaper (price reported 13 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Townsend Sf Connect
How much does it cost to fill up at Townsend Sf Connect?
- Unleaded
- £97.30
- Super Unleaded
- £108.85
- Diesel
- £111.05
- Super Diesel
- £122.60
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Roadworks near this station
Worth knowing before you set off. We can see the works, not the traffic, so allow extra time or check the nearby stations below.
Roadworks: Department for Transport, Street Manager (England only). About this data.
Petrol stations near AL5 2UA
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Esso
Tes103 -105 Lower Luton Rd, Harpenden
|
175.9pLast reported 18 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
0.9 mi
· Diesel 200.9pLast reported 13 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
|
Shell
Redbourne Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire
|
178.9p
+2.0p dearer
2.3 mi
· Diesel 200.9p -1.0p cheaper
|
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EG On The Move
Flamstead Filling Station, London Road, Flamstead, St. Albans, AL3 8HS, St. Albans
|
167.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-9.0p cheaper
2.9 mi
· Diesel 196.9p -5.0p cheaper
|
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How Townsend Sf Connect fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.5% more expensive than the 3 stations within 3 miles (+2.7p)
3.0% above the UK average (+5.2p)
2.5% above the BP national average (+4.4p)
3rd cheapest of 4 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Harpenden Esso Express — 0.9 mi away, save ~14p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 176.9p on 14 Oct · Highest 179.9p on 5 Oct
Super Unleaded
6.2% more expensive than the 2 stations within 3 miles (+11.5p)
4.9% above the UK average (+9.3p)
3.3% above the BP national average (+6.2p)
3rd cheapest of 3 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Harpenden Esso Express — 0.9 mi away, save ~341p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 197.9p on 14 Oct · Highest 200.9p on 5 Oct
Diesel
1.2% more expensive than the 3 stations within 3 miles (+2.3p)
1.8% above the UK average (+3.5p)
1.2% above the BP national average (+2.3p)
4th cheapest of 4 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Harpenden Esso Express — 0.9 mi away, save ~12p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 201.9p on 13 Oct · Highest 202.9p on 5 Oct
Super Diesel
6.4% more expensive than the 2 stations within 3 miles (+13.5p)
2.6% above the UK average (+5.6p)
2.2% above the BP national average (+4.8p)
3rd cheapest of 3 for Super Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Harpenden Esso Express — 0.9 mi away, save ~394p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 222.9p on 13 Oct · Highest 223.9p on 5 Oct
Townsend Sf Connect price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded and Super Unleaded have not changed over the past week and have changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.
Diesel and Super Diesel have not changed over the past week and have changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 176.9p −1.0 | 197.9p −1.0 | 201.9p | 222.9p | |
| 177.9p −1.0 | 198.9p −1.0 | 201.9p −1.0 | 222.9p −1.0 | |
| 178.9p −1.0 | 199.9p −1.0 | 202.9p | 223.9p | |
| 179.9p +1.0 | 200.9p +1.0 | 202.9p +1.0 | 223.9p +1.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 178.9p +2.0 | 199.9p +2.0 | 201.9p | 222.9p | |
| 176.9p | 197.9p | 201.9p +2.0 | 222.9p +2.0 | |
| 176.9p | 197.9p | 199.9p +1.0 | 220.9p +1.0 | |
| 176.9p +1.0 | 197.9p +1.0 | 198.9p +1.0 | 219.9p +1.0 | |
| 175.9p +1.0 | 196.9p +1.0 | 197.9p | 218.9p | |
| 174.9p | 195.9p | 197.9p +3.0 | 218.9p +3.0 | |
One row for each day a price changed. Greyed prices did not change that day. Dates are when the price was submitted, or when we first recorded it if no submission time was supplied.
Where the money goes
About 47% of what you pay for unleaded here is tax. Fuel duty is a flat 52.95p on every litre, and 20% VAT is then charged on the fuel and the duty together. The rest covers the fuel itself, delivery and the retailer's margin.
| Per litre | Pump price | Fuel and retailer | Fuel duty | VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unleaded | 176.9p | 94.45p | 52.95p | 29.50p |
| Super Unleaded | 197.9p | 111.95p | 52.95p | 33.00p |
| Diesel | 201.9p | 115.25p | 52.95p | 33.70p |
| Super Diesel | 222.9p | 132.75p | 52.95p | 37.20p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Townsend Sf Connect
How much is unleaded at Townsend Sf Connect?
Unleaded at Townsend Sf Connect is 176.9p per litre, last reported on 14 October 2026. That is 5.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £97.30.
How much is diesel at Townsend Sf Connect?
Diesel at Townsend Sf Connect is 201.9p per litre, last reported on 13 October 2026. That is 3.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £111.05.
Is Townsend Sf Connect the cheapest place for unleaded near Harpenden?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 18 days ago, Townsend Sf Connect is the 3rd cheapest of 4 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Harpenden Esso Express, 0.9 miles away, charges 175.9p, which saves about £0.14 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 18 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
Is Townsend Sf Connect open 24 hours?
Yes. Townsend Sf Connect is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Townsend Sf Connect have?
Townsend Sf Connect reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Toilets, 24-hour fuel and Wheelchair accessible.
How often does Townsend Sf Connect change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.