Portswood Esso Express fuel prices
Esso · SO14 6RP · Southampton
7-15 Lodge Rd, Southampton
Unleaded here is 1.9p below the local average. 5th cheapest of 17 within 3 miles. Manor, 0.7 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 3 days ago). Full comparison
Diesel here is 0.2p above the local average at its last reported price, 13 days ago. 8th cheapest of 13 within 3 miles. Manor, 0.7 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 3 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Portswood Esso Express
How much does it cost to fill up at Portswood Esso Express?
- Unleaded
- £94.55
- Super Unleaded
- £102.80
- Diesel
- £110.50
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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 SO14 6RP
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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BP
Bitterne Road West, Southampton, Hampshire
|
169.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
0.7 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
|
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Esso
110 Northam Road, Southampton, Hampshire
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169.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
0.7 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 20 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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Esso
197 Burgess Road, Southampton, Hampshire
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175.9pLast reported 7 days ago
+4.0p dearer
1.3 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 7 days ago
+1.0p dearer
|
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BP
Aruba Petrol, 44, Paynes Road, Southampton
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179.9poldLast reported 41 days ago
1.3 mi
· Diesel 203.9poldLast reported 41 days ago
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Texaco
Texaco Queensway Service Station, 13-15, Queensway, Southampton, SO14 3BL, Southampton
Give and take on Canal Walk
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168.9p
-3.0p cheaper
1.4 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 17 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
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Shell
Thomas Lewis Way, Southampton, Hampshire
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177.9p
+6.0p dearer
1.4 mi
· Diesel 202.9p +2.0p dearer
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Shell
234 Winchester Road, Southampton, Hampshire
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178.9p
+7.0p dearer
1.5 mi
· Diesel 203.9p +3.0p dearer
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Esso
149 W End Rd, Southampton
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173.9p
+2.0p dearer
1.8 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 6 days ago
+1.0p dearer
|
Opening Hours
Amenities
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Hygiene ratings: Food Standards Agency. About this data.
How Portswood Esso Express fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.1% cheaper than the 16 stations within 3 miles (-1.9p)
0.1% above the UK average (+0.2p)
0.1% above the Esso national average (+0.2p)
5th cheapest of 17 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Manor — 0.7 mi away, save ~77p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 171.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 174.9p on 23 Oct
Super Unleaded
0.3% cheaper than the 8 stations within 3 miles (-0.5p)
1.0% below the UK average (-1.8p)
5th cheapest of 9 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Queensway Service Station — 1.4 mi away, save ~209p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 186.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 189.9p on 23 Oct
Diesel
0.1% more expensive than the 12 stations within 3 miles (+0.2p)
1.2% above the UK average (+2.5p)
0.8% above the Esso national average (+1.6p)
8th cheapest of 13 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Manor — 0.7 mi away, save ~74p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 199.9p on 12 Oct · Highest 200.9p on 19 Oct
Portswood Esso Express price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded and Super Unleaded have fallen 3.0p over the past week and have changed price 4 times in 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | |||
| 171.9p −1.0 | 186.9p −1.0 | 200.9p | |
| 172.9p −1.0 | 187.9p −1.0 | 200.9p | |
| 173.9p −1.0 | 188.9p −1.0 | 200.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | |||
| 174.9p +1.0 | 189.9p +1.0 | 200.9p | |
| 173.9p | 188.9p | 200.9p +1.0 | |
| 173.9p | 188.9p | 199.9p −1.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | |||
| 173.9p | 188.9p | 200.9p +1.0 | |
| 173.9p +1.0 | 188.9p +1.0 | 199.9p +1.0 | |
| 172.9p | 187.9p | 198.9p +2.0 | |
| 172.9p +1.0 | 187.9p +1.0 | 196.9p +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 | 200.9p | 114.45p | 52.95p | 33.50p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Portswood Esso Express
How much is unleaded at Portswood Esso Express?
Unleaded at Portswood Esso Express 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 Portswood Esso Express?
Diesel at Portswood Esso Express is 200.9p per litre, last reported on 19 October 2026. That is 2.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £110.50.
Is Portswood Esso Express the cheapest place for unleaded near Southampton?
No. Right now Portswood Esso Express is the 5th cheapest of 17 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Manor, 0.7 miles away, charges 169.9p, which saves about £0.77 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.
What are the opening hours of Portswood Esso Express?
Portswood Esso Express is open Monday to Sunday 07:30–23:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Portswood Esso Express have?
Portswood Esso Express reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded and Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Toilets and Water filling.
How often does Portswood Esso Express change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.