Compton Esso Express fuel prices
Esso · PL3 5JU · Plymouth
137 Eggbuckland Rd, Plymouth
Unleaded here is 1.1p above the local average at its last reported price, 3 days ago. 12th cheapest of 17 within 3 miles. MFG Hartley, 0.8 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 0.6p above the local average at its last reported price, 20 days ago. 9th cheapest of 16 within 3 miles. Sainsbury's Marsh Mills, 1.4 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 20 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Compton Esso Express
How much does it cost to fill up at Compton Esso Express?
- Unleaded
- £94.55
- Super Unleaded
- £102.80
- Diesel
- £109.40
- Super Diesel
- £117.10
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Petrol stations near PL3 5JU
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Esso
257 Mannamead Road, Hartley / Plymouth, Devon
|
169.9p
-2.0p cheaper
0.8 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 23 days ago
+1.0p dearer
|
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Esso
Forder Valley Road, Estover Plymouth, Devon
|
169.9p
-2.0p cheaper
1.1 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 23 days ago
+1.0p dearer
|
|
Esso
Plymouth Road, Crabtree / Plymouth, Devon
|
169.9p
-2.0p cheaper
1.1 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 23 days ago
+1.0p dearer
|
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Esso
Outland Road, Plymouth, Devon
|
171.9p
same
1.4 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 12 days ago
+1.0p dearer
|
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Sainsbury's
Plymouth Road, Crabtree, Plymouth
|
169.9p
-2.0p cheaper
1.4 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 20 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
|
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Asda
Leypark Drive - Estover, Plymouth
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169.7pLast reported 3 days ago
-2.2p cheaper
1.5 mi
· Diesel 196.7pLast reported 6 days ago
-2.2p cheaper
|
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Valero
Budshead Road, Crownhill / Plymouth, Devon
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169.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
1.5 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 20 days ago
same
|
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Asda
77-79 Exeter Street, Plymouth
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169.7pLast reported 3 days ago
-2.2p cheaper
1.6 mi
· Diesel 196.7pLast reported 19 days ago
-2.2p cheaper
|
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How Compton Esso Express fuel prices compare
Unleaded
0.6% more expensive than the 16 stations within 3 miles (+1.1p)
0.1% above the UK average (+0.2p)
0.1% above the Esso national average (+0.2p)
12th cheapest of 17 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Hartley — 0.8 mi away, save ~72p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 171.9p on 29 Oct · Highest 174.9p on 8 Oct
Super Unleaded
0.3% more expensive than the 6 stations within 3 miles (+0.5p)
1.0% below the UK average (-1.8p)
4th cheapest of 7 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Sainsbury's Marsh Mills — 1.4 mi away, save ~208p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 186.9p on 29 Oct · Highest 189.9p on 8 Oct
Diesel
0.3% more expensive than the 15 stations within 3 miles (+0.6p)
0.2% above the UK average (+0.5p)
0.2% below the Esso national average (-0.4p)
9th cheapest of 16 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Sainsbury's Marsh Mills — 1.4 mi away, save ~43p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 198.9p on 12 Oct · Highest 199.9p on 8 Oct
Super Diesel
2.7% cheaper than the 3 stations within 3 miles (-6.0p)
2.1% below the UK average (-4.5p)
1st cheapest of 4 for Super Diesel within 3 miles
Cheapest super diesel within 3 miles
Lowest 212.9p on 12 Oct · Highest 213.9p on 8 Oct
Compton Esso Express price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded and Super Unleaded have fallen 3.0p over the past week and have changed price 5 times in the last 30 days.
Diesel and Super Diesel have not changed over the past week and have changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 171.9p −1.0 | 186.9p −1.0 | 198.9p | 212.9p | |
| 172.9p −2.0 | 187.9p −2.0 | 198.9p | 212.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 174.9p +1.0 | 189.9p +1.0 | 198.9p | 212.9p | |
| 173.9p −1.0 | 188.9p −1.0 | 198.9p | 212.9p | |
| 174.9p | 189.9p | 198.9p −1.0 | 212.9p −1.0 | |
| 174.9p −1.0 | 189.9p −1.0 | 199.9p −1.0 | 213.9p −1.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 175.9p +1.0 | 190.9p +1.0 | 200.9p | 214.9p | |
| 174.9p | 189.9p | 200.9p +1.0 | 214.9p +1.0 | |
| 174.9p +1.0 | 189.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 213.9p | |
| 173.9p +1.0 | 188.9p +1.0 | 199.9p +1.0 | 213.9p +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 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 | 186.9p | 102.75p | 52.95p | 31.20p |
| Diesel | 198.9p | 112.75p | 52.95p | 33.20p |
| Super Diesel | 212.9p | 124.45p | 52.95p | 35.50p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Compton Esso Express
How much is unleaded at Compton Esso Express?
Unleaded at Compton Esso Express is 171.9p per litre, last reported on 29 October 2026. That is 0.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £94.55.
How much is diesel at Compton Esso Express?
Diesel at Compton Esso Express is 198.9p per litre, last reported on 12 October 2026. That is 0.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.40.
Is Compton Esso Express the cheapest place for unleaded near Plymouth?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 3 days ago, Compton Esso Express is the 12th cheapest of 17 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. MFG Hartley, 0.8 miles away, charges 169.9p, which saves about £0.72 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back.
What are the opening hours of Compton Esso Express?
Compton Esso Express is open Monday to Sunday 05:00–00:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Compton Esso Express have?
Compton Esso Express reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, 24-hour fuel and Water filling.
How often does Compton Esso Express change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 5 times in the last 30 days.