MFG Downsway fuel prices
Esso · BN1 4SG · Brighton
Ditchling Way, Brighton, East Sussex
Unleaded here is 1.4p below the local average. 2nd cheapest of 14 within 3 miles. Full comparison
Diesel here is 1.8p above the local average at its last reported price, 18 days ago. 9th cheapest of 14 within 3 miles. Shell Preston Park, 0.9 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at MFG Downsway
How much does it cost to fill up at MFG Downsway?
- Unleaded
- £94.55
- Super Unleaded
- £107.75
- Diesel
- £109.95
- Super Diesel
- £120.95
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Petrol stations near BN1 4SG
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
|
BP
100 Lewes Road, Brighton, East Sussex
|
172.9pLast reported 4 days ago
+1.0p dearer
0.4 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 16 days ago
same
|
|
Shell
193 Preston Road, Brighton, East Sussex
|
174.9p
+3.0p dearer
0.9 mi
· Diesel 197.9p -2.0p cheaper
|
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Esso
239 Dyke Rd, Hove
|
173.9p
+2.0p dearer
0.9 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 11 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
|
|
Esso
Denmark Villas, Hove - Brighton, East Sussex
|
171.9p
same
1.6 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 10 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
|
|
Esso
Eastern Road, Brighton, Sussex
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173.9pLast reported 3 days ago
+2.0p dearer
1.6 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 19 days ago
same
|
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Shell
132-134 Old Shoreham Road, Hove, East Sussex
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173.9p
+2.0p dearer
1.8 mi
· Diesel 198.9p -1.0p cheaper
|
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Esso
Patcham Service Station, Patcham By Pass, Brighton, BN1 8YB, Brighton, Brighton & Hove
|
173.9pLast reported 3 days ago
+2.0p dearer
2.0 mi
· Diesel 197.9p -2.0p cheaper
|
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Asda
Unit 1 Crowhurst Road, Off Carden Avenue, Brighton
|
173.9pLast reported 14 days ago
+2.0p dearer
2.1 mi
· Diesel 192.9pLast reported 14 days ago
-7.0p cheaper
|
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How MFG Downsway fuel prices compare
Unleaded
0.8% cheaper than the 13 stations within 3 miles (-1.4p)
0.1% above the UK average (+0.2p)
0.1% above the Esso national average (+0.2p)
2nd cheapest of 14 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Lowest 171.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 176.9p on 16 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 34 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
0.9% more expensive than the 13 stations within 3 miles (+1.8p)
0.7% above the UK average (+1.5p)
0.3% above the Esso national average (+0.6p)
9th cheapest of 14 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Shell Preston Park — 0.9 mi away, save ~68p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 199.9p on 14 Oct · Highest 201.9p on 12 Oct
Super Diesel
Last reported 34 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
MFG Downsway price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 5 times in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded and Super Diesel have held the same price for 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 | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 171.9p −1.0 | 195.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 172.9p −1.0 | 195.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 173.9p −1.0 | 195.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 174.9p −2.0 | 195.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 176.9p +1.0 | 195.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 175.9p | 195.9p | 199.9p −2.0 | 219.9p | |
| 175.9p | 195.9p | 201.9p −1.0 | 219.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 175.9p +1.0 | 195.9p | 202.9p | 219.9p | |
| 174.9p | 195.9p +6.0 | 202.9p +1.0 | 219.9p +4.0 | |
| 174.9p +1.0 | 189.9p | 201.9p | 215.9p | |
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 | 171.9p | 90.25p | 52.95p | 28.70p |
| Super Unleaded | 195.9p | 110.25p | 52.95p | 32.70p |
| Diesel | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
| Super Diesel | 219.9p | 130.25p | 52.95p | 36.70p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about MFG Downsway
How much is unleaded at MFG Downsway?
Unleaded at MFG Downsway is 171.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 0.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £94.55.
How much is diesel at MFG Downsway?
Diesel at MFG Downsway is 199.9p per litre, last reported on 14 October 2026. That is 1.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.95.
Is MFG Downsway the cheapest place for unleaded near Brighton?
No. Right now MFG Downsway is the 2nd cheapest of 14 stations for unleaded within 3 miles.
Is MFG Downsway open 24 hours?
Yes. MFG Downsway is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does MFG Downsway have?
MFG Downsway reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash and 24-hour fuel.
How often does MFG Downsway change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 5 times in the last 30 days.