Reading Southcote Esso Express fuel prices
Esso · RG30 2EU · Reading
108 Bath Rd, Reading
Unleaded here is 1.5p below the local average at its last reported price, 3 days ago. 12th cheapest of 18 within 3 miles. MFG Norcot, 1.2 miles away, is 3.0p cheaper. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 3.2p below the local average at its last reported price, 13 days ago. 5th cheapest of 18 within 3 miles. Costco Reading, 2.2 miles away, is 4.0p cheaper (price reported 19 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Reading Southcote Esso Express
How much does it cost to fill up at Reading Southcote Esso Express?
- Unleaded
- £96.20
- Super Unleaded
- £104.45
- Diesel
- £109.40
- Super Diesel
- £117.10
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Roadworks near this station
Worth knowing before you set off. We can see the works, not the traffic, so allow extra time or check the nearby stations below.
Roadworks: Department for Transport, Street Manager (England only). About this data.
Petrol stations near RG30 2EU
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Esso
856 Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire
|
171.9p
-3.0p cheaper
1.2 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 20 days ago
+1.0p dearer
|
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Tesco
Tesco Superstore, Portman Road, Reading
|
172.9p
-2.0p cheaper
1.2 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 18 days ago
same
|
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Asda
12/14 School Road, Tilehurst, Reading
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174.7pLast reported 6 days ago
-0.2p cheaper
1.4 mi
· Diesel 197.7pLast reported 19 days ago
-1.2p cheaper
|
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BP
Bath Road, Reading
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174.9pLast reported 3 days ago
same
1.4 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 20 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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BP
M4 Motorway Eastbound, Reading, Berkshire
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198.9pLast reported 10 days ago
+24.0p dearer
1.4 mi
· Diesel 222.9pLast reported 10 days ago
+24.0p dearer
|
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BP
150 Oxford Road, Reading, Reading
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170.9p
-4.0p cheaper
1.5 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 20 days ago
same
|
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BP
Tilehurst Road, Reading, Berkshire
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175.9p
+1.0p dearer
1.5 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 11 days ago
+3.0p dearer
|
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Esso
10 Berkeley Avenue, Reading
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177.9poldLast reported 37 days ago
1.6 mi
· Diesel 201.9poldLast reported 37 days ago
|
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How Reading Southcote Esso Express fuel prices compare
Unleaded
0.9% cheaper than the 17 stations within 3 miles (-1.5p)
1.9% above the UK average (+3.2p)
1.9% above the Esso national average (+3.3p)
12th cheapest of 18 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Norcot — 1.2 mi away, save ~109p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 174.9p on 29 Oct · Highest 177.9p on 8 Oct
Super Unleaded
2.3% cheaper than the 10 stations within 3 miles (-4.5p)
0.7% above the UK average (+1.3p)
5th cheapest of 11 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Reading W Extra — 1.2 mi away, save ~325p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 189.9p on 29 Oct · Highest 192.9p on 8 Oct
Diesel
1.6% cheaper than the 17 stations within 3 miles (-3.2p)
0.2% above the UK average (+0.5p)
0.2% below the Esso national average (-0.4p)
5th cheapest of 18 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Costco Reading — 2.2 mi away, save ~114p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 197.9p on 13 Oct · Highest 198.9p on 8 Oct
Super Diesel
6.3% cheaper than the 6 stations within 3 miles (-14.3p)
2.0% below the UK average (-4.4p)
1st cheapest of 7 for Super Diesel within 3 miles
Cheapest super diesel within 3 miles
Lowest 211.9p on 13 Oct · Highest 212.9p on 8 Oct
Reading Southcote Esso Express price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded and Super Unleaded have fallen 2.0p over the past week and have changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.
Diesel and Super Diesel have not changed over the past week and have changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 174.9p −1.0 | 189.9p −1.0 | 198.9p | 212.9p | |
| 175.9p −1.0 | 190.9p −1.0 | 198.9p | 212.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 176.9p | 191.9p | 198.9p +1.0 | 212.9p +1.0 | |
| 176.9p −1.0 | 191.9p −1.0 | 197.9p −1.0 | 211.9p −1.0 | |
| 177.9p −1.0 | 192.9p −1.0 | 198.9p −1.0 | 212.9p −1.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 178.9p +1.0 | 193.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 213.9p | |
| 177.9p +1.0 | 192.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 213.9p | |
| 176.9p +1.0 | 191.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 213.9p | |
| 175.9p +1.0 | 190.9p +1.0 | 199.9p +2.0 | 213.9p +2.0 | |
| 174.9p +1.0 | 189.9p +1.0 | 197.9p | 211.9p | |
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 | 174.9p | 92.75p | 52.95p | 29.20p |
| Super Unleaded | 189.9p | 105.25p | 52.95p | 31.70p |
| 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 Reading Southcote Esso Express
How much is unleaded at Reading Southcote Esso Express?
Unleaded at Reading Southcote Esso Express is 174.9p per litre, last reported on 29 October 2026. That is 3.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £96.20.
How much is diesel at Reading Southcote Esso Express?
Diesel at Reading Southcote Esso Express is 198.9p per litre, last reported on 19 October 2026. That is 0.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.40.
Is Reading Southcote Esso Express the cheapest place for unleaded near Reading?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 3 days ago, Reading Southcote Esso Express is the 12th cheapest of 18 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. MFG Norcot, 1.2 miles away, charges 171.9p, which saves about £1.09 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back.
What are the opening hours of Reading Southcote Esso Express?
Reading Southcote Esso Express is open Monday to Sunday 06:00–00:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Reading Southcote Esso Express have?
Reading Southcote Esso Express reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash and Water filling.
How often does Reading Southcote Esso Express change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.