Races Service Station fuel prices
BP · NE21 5PG · Whickham
Races Service Station, Derwenthaugh Road, Tyne & Wear
Unleaded here is 1.1p below the local average. 5th cheapest of 22 within 3 miles. Costco Gateshead, 1.2 miles away, is 6.0p cheaper (price reported 4 days ago). Full comparison
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Current prices at Races Service Station
How much does it cost to fill up at Races Service Station?
- Unleaded
- £93.45
- Super Unleaded
- £107.20
- Diesel
- £109.95
- Super Diesel
- £118.20
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Petrol stations near NE21 5PG
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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BP
Swalwell Service Station, Hexham Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne
|
169.9p
same
0.3 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 20 days ago
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BP
Derwenthaugh Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
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172.9pLast reported 6 days ago
+3.0p dearer
0.4 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 44 days ago
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Asda
Metro Centre, Gibside Way, Gateshead
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169.7pLast reported 3 days ago
-0.2p cheaper
0.7 mi
· Diesel 197.7pLast reported 17 days ago
|
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Morrisons
Chain Bridge Road, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne & Wear
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169.9pLast reported 3 days ago
same
0.8 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 13 days ago
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Shell
Tyne Street, Blaydon On Tyne, Tyne And Wear
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172.9p
+3.0p dearer
1.1 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 5 days ago
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Esso
Front Street, Whickham
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173.9poldLast reported 37 days ago
1.2 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 41 days ago
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JET
Bells Close, Front St, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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171.9p
+2.0p dearer
1.2 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 41 days ago
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Costco
Mandela Way, Off Handy Drive, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear
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163.9pLast reported 4 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
1.2 mi
· Diesel 191.9pLast reported 4 days ago
|
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Amenities
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How Races Service Station fuel prices compare
Unleaded
0.6% cheaper than the 21 stations within 3 miles (-1.1p)
1.0% below the UK average (-1.8p)
1.5% below the BP national average (-2.6p)
5th cheapest of 22 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Costco Gateshead — 1.2 mi away, save ~277p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 169.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 172.9p on 16 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 41 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
Last reported 37 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Super Diesel
Last reported 41 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Races Service Station price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel have held the same price for the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 169.9p −3.0 | 194.9p | 199.9p | 214.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 172.9p −1.0 | 194.9p | 199.9p | 214.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 173.9p +1.0 | 194.9p | 199.9p +3.0 | 214.9p | |
| 172.9p +1.0 | 194.9p +2.0 | 196.9p | 214.9p +2.0 | |
| 171.9p +2.0 | 192.9p | 196.9p +1.0 | 212.9p | |
| 169.9p | 192.9p +3.0 | 195.9p +2.0 | 212.9p +3.0 | |
| 169.9p | 189.9p | 193.9p +1.0 | 209.9p | |
| 169.9p +1.0 | 189.9p | 192.9p +1.0 | 209.9p | |
| 168.9p +2.0 | 189.9p | 191.9p +2.0 | 209.9p | |
| 166.9p +2.0 | 189.9p | 189.9p +2.0 | 209.9p +5.0 | |
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 48% 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 | 169.9p | 88.65p | 52.95p | 28.30p |
| Super Unleaded | 194.9p | 109.45p | 52.95p | 32.50p |
| Diesel | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
| Super Diesel | 214.9p | 126.15p | 52.95p | 35.80p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Races Service Station
How much is unleaded at Races Service Station?
Unleaded at Races Service Station is 169.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 1.8p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £93.45.
Is Races Service Station the cheapest place for unleaded near Whickham?
No. Right now Races Service Station is the 5th cheapest of 22 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Costco Gateshead, 1.2 miles away, charges 163.9p, which saves about £2.77 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 4 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
Is Races Service Station open 24 hours?
Yes. Races Service Station is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Races Service Station have?
Races Service Station reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Car wash, Toilets, 24-hour fuel and Water filling.
How often does Races Service Station change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.