MFG Downfields fuel prices
Esso · CB7 5AJ · Newmarket
Fordham Road, Soham, Cambridgeshire
Unleaded here is 2.0p above the local average. 2nd cheapest of 3 within 3 miles. Fordham Service Station, 1.3 miles away, is 6.0p cheaper (price reported 3 days ago). Full comparison
Diesel here is 0.5p above the local average at its last reported price, 7 days ago. 2nd cheapest of 3 within 3 miles. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at MFG Downfields
How much does it cost to fill up at MFG Downfields?
- Unleaded
- £94.55
- Super Unleaded
- £107.75
- Diesel
- £109.95
- Super Diesel
- £120.95
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Petrol stations near CB7 5AJ
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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JET
Fordham Service Station, 31, Carter Street, Fordham, Ely
|
165.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
1.3 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 14 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
|
BP
The Shade, Ely, Cambridgeshire
|
173.9pLast reported 3 days ago
+2.0p dearer
2.6 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 15 days ago
same
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How MFG Downfields fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.2% more expensive than the 2 stations within 3 miles (+2.0p)
0.2% above the UK average (+0.3p)
0.2% above the Esso national average (+0.3p)
2nd cheapest of 3 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Fordham Service Station — 1.3 mi away, save ~274p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 171.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 176.9p on 19 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 34 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
0.3% more expensive than the 2 stations within 3 miles (+0.5p)
0.8% above the UK average (+1.5p)
0.3% above the Esso national average (+0.6p)
2nd cheapest of 3 for Diesel within 3 miles
Lowest 199.9p on 26 Oct · Highest 202.9p on 13 Oct
Super Diesel
Last reported 34 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
MFG Downfields price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 6 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 3 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 −2.0 | 219.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 174.9p −1.0 | 195.9p | 201.9p | 219.9p | |
| 175.9p −1.0 | 195.9p | 201.9p | 219.9p | |
| 176.9p −1.0 | 195.9p | 201.9p | 219.9p | |
| 177.9p | 195.9p | 201.9p −1.0 | 219.9p | |
| 177.9p | 195.9p | 202.9p −1.0 | 219.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 177.9p | 195.9p +6.0 | 203.9p | 219.9p +4.0 | |
| 177.9p +1.0 | 189.9p | 203.9p | 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 Downfields
How much is unleaded at MFG Downfields?
Unleaded at MFG Downfields is 171.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 0.3p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £94.55.
How much is diesel at MFG Downfields?
Diesel at MFG Downfields is 199.9p per litre, last reported on 26 October 2026. That is 1.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.95.
Is MFG Downfields the cheapest place for unleaded near Newmarket?
No. Right now MFG Downfields is the 2nd cheapest of 3 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Fordham Service Station, 1.3 miles away, charges 165.9p, which saves about £2.74 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 3 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
Is MFG Downfields open 24 hours?
Yes. MFG Downfields is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does MFG Downfields have?
MFG Downfields reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Toilets and 24-hour fuel.
How often does MFG Downfields change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 6 times in the last 30 days.