Christchurch Esso Express fuel prices
Esso · BH23 2AY · Christchurch
271 Barrack Rd, Christchurch
Unleaded here is 0.6p below the local average at its last reported price, 5 days ago. 5th cheapest of 12 within 3 miles. MFG Fairmile, 0.5 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 6 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 0.3p below the local average at its last reported price, 17 days ago. 6th cheapest of 13 within 3 miles. MFG Fairmile, 0.5 miles away, is 1.0p cheaper (price reported 6 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Christchurch Esso Express
How much does it cost to fill up at Christchurch Esso Express?
- Unleaded
- £93.45
- Super Unleaded
- £101.70
- Diesel
- £109.95
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Petrol stations near BH23 2AY
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Murco
204 Fairmile Road, Christchurch, Dorset
|
167.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
0.5 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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Tesco
Riverside Avenue, Bournemouth
|
167.9pLast reported 23 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
0.7 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 18 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
|
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Shell
58 Barrack Road, Christchurch
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176.9poldLast reported 36 days ago
0.7 mi
· Diesel 201.9poldLast reported 40 days ago
|
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Texaco
Spur End Service Station, 771, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth
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166.9pLast reported 4 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
1.1 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 19 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
|
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Esso
60 Southbourne Grove, Southbourne / Bournemouth, Dorset
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167.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
1.3 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 16 days ago
same
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Esso
25-33 Palmerston Road, Bournemouth, Dorset
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169.9pLast reported 6 days ago
same
2.1 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 9 days ago
same
|
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BP
Somerford Road, Christchurch, Dorset
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177.9poldLast reported 34 days ago
2.1 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 9 days ago
+2.0p dearer
|
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Shell
341-345 Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth, Dorset
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173.9pLast reported 6 days ago
+4.0p dearer
2.3 mi
· Diesel 203.9pLast reported 17 days ago
+4.0p dearer
|
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How Christchurch Esso Express fuel prices compare
Unleaded
0.4% cheaper than the 11 stations within 3 miles (-0.6p)
1.1% below the UK average (-1.8p)
1.0% below the Esso national average (-1.8p)
5th cheapest of 12 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Fairmile — 0.5 mi away, save ~88p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 169.9p on 27 Oct · Highest 169.9p on 27 Oct
Super Unleaded
1.3% cheaper than the 6 stations within 3 miles (-2.5p)
2.0% below the UK average (-3.8p)
2nd cheapest of 7 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Bournemouth Extra — 0.7 mi away, save ~296p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 184.9p on 27 Oct · Highest 184.9p on 27 Oct
Diesel
0.1% cheaper than the 12 stations within 3 miles (-0.3p)
0.7% above the UK average (+1.5p)
0.3% above the Esso national average (+0.6p)
6th cheapest of 13 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Fairmile — 0.5 mi away, save ~31p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 199.9p on 15 Oct · Highest 200.9p on 12 Oct
Christchurch Esso Express price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded and Super Unleaded have fallen 1.0p over the past week and have changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.
Diesel has not changed over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | |||
| 169.9p −1.0 | 184.9p −1.0 | 199.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | |||
| 170.9p | 185.9p | 199.9p −1.0 | |
| 170.9p | 185.9p | 200.9p −1.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | |||
| 170.9p −1.0 | 185.9p −1.0 | 201.9p | |
| 171.9p | 186.9p | 201.9p +1.0 | |
| 171.9p +1.0 | 186.9p +1.0 | 200.9p | |
| 170.9p | 185.9p | 200.9p +2.0 | |
| 170.9p | 185.9p | 198.9p +1.0 | |
| 170.9p | 185.9p | 197.9p +1.0 | |
| 170.9p +2.0 | 185.9p +2.0 | 196.9p +1.0 | |
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 | 184.9p | 101.15p | 52.95p | 30.80p |
| Diesel | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Christchurch Esso Express
How much is unleaded at Christchurch Esso Express?
Unleaded at Christchurch Esso Express is 169.9p per litre, last reported on 27 October 2026. That is 1.8p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £93.45.
How much is diesel at Christchurch Esso Express?
Diesel at Christchurch Esso Express is 199.9p per litre, last reported on 15 October 2026. That is 1.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.95.
Is Christchurch Esso Express the cheapest place for unleaded near Christchurch?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 5 days ago, Christchurch Esso Express is the 5th cheapest of 12 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. MFG Fairmile, 0.5 miles away, charges 167.9p, which saves about £0.88 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 6 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
What are the opening hours of Christchurch Esso Express?
Christchurch Esso Express is open Monday to Sunday 06:00–00:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Christchurch Esso Express have?
Christchurch Esso Express reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded and Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash and Water filling.
How often does Christchurch Esso Express change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 1.0p over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.