MFG Desford Crossroads fuel prices
Esso · LE9 9JE · Braunstone Town
Hinckley Road, Desford Cross Roads, Leicestershire
Cheapest unleaded within 3 miles. 14.5p below the average of the 4 other stations nearby. Full comparison
Cheapest diesel within 3 miles at its last reported price, 19 days ago. 12.5p below the average of the 4 other stations nearby. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at MFG Desford Crossroads
How much does it cost to fill up at MFG Desford Crossroads?
- Unleaded
- £93.45
- Super Unleaded
- £107.75
- Diesel
- £109.95
- Super Diesel
- £120.95
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Petrol stations near LE9 9JE
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Welcome Break
Motorway Services, M1 Motorway Nothbound Jct21/21A, Leicester, Leicestershire
|
198.9pLast reported 10 days ago
+29.0p dearer
2.1 mi
· Diesel 222.9pLast reported 10 days ago
+23.0p dearer
|
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Welcome Break
Motorway Services, M1 Motorway Southbound Jct22/21, Leicester, Leicestershire
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198.9pLast reported 10 days ago
+29.0p dearer
2.2 mi
· Diesel 222.9pLast reported 10 days ago
+23.0p dearer
|
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Esso
Lubbesthorpe Way North, Watergate / Braunstone, Leicestershire
|
169.9p
same
2.8 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 24 days ago
+2.0p dearer
|
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Esso
Lubbersthorpe Way South, Watergate / Braunstone, Leicestershire
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169.9p
same
2.8 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 24 days ago
+2.0p dearer
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Amenities
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How MFG Desford Crossroads fuel prices compare
Unleaded
7.9% cheaper than the 4 stations within 3 miles (-14.5p)
1.0% below the UK average (-1.8p)
1.0% below the Esso national average (-1.8p)
1st cheapest of 5 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheapest unleaded within 3 miles
Lowest 169.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 175.9p on 14 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 34 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
5.9% cheaper than the 4 stations within 3 miles (-12.5p)
0.7% above the UK average (+1.5p)
0.3% above the Esso national average (+0.6p)
1st cheapest of 5 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheapest diesel within 3 miles
Lowest 199.9p on 13 Oct · Highest 199.9p 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 Desford Crossroads price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 4 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 1 time in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 169.9p −2.0 | 195.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 171.9p −1.0 | 195.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 172.9p −3.0 | 195.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 175.9p −1.0 | 195.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 176.9p | 195.9p | 199.9p −2.0 | 219.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 176.9p +2.0 | 195.9p | 201.9p | 219.9p | |
| 174.9p | 195.9p +6.0 | 201.9p | 219.9p +4.0 | |
| 174.9p | 189.9p | 201.9p +2.0 | 215.9p | |
| 174.9p +1.0 | 189.9p | 199.9p +2.0 | 215.9p | |
| 173.9p | 189.9p | 197.9p +1.0 | 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 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 | 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 Desford Crossroads
How much is unleaded at MFG Desford Crossroads?
Unleaded at MFG Desford Crossroads 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.
How much is diesel at MFG Desford Crossroads?
Diesel at MFG Desford Crossroads is 199.9p per litre, last reported on 13 October 2026. That is 1.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.95.
Is MFG Desford Crossroads the cheapest place for unleaded near Braunstone Town?
Right now MFG Desford Crossroads has the cheapest unleaded of the 5 stations we track within 3 miles, or shares that spot.
Is MFG Desford Crossroads open 24 hours?
Yes. MFG Desford Crossroads is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does MFG Desford Crossroads have?
MFG Desford Crossroads reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Car wash, 24-hour fuel and Water filling.
How often does MFG Desford Crossroads change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.
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