Rontec Watford fuel prices
Esso · WD24 4AE · Watford
St Albans Road, Watford, Hertfordshire
Unleaded here is 3.0p above the local average at its last reported price, 10 days ago. 9th cheapest of 13 within 3 miles. Shell Little Waitrose Sceptre, 0.9 miles away, is 4.0p cheaper (price reported 3 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 4.6p above the local average. 9th cheapest of 13 within 3 miles. Shell Little Waitrose Sceptre, 0.9 miles away, is 9.0p cheaper (price reported 3 days ago). Full comparison
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Current prices at Rontec Watford
How much does it cost to fill up at Rontec Watford?
- Unleaded
- £93.45
- Super Unleaded
- £103.90
- Diesel
- £106.65
- Super Diesel
- £117.10
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Petrol stations near WD24 4AE
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
|
Shell
St Albans Road, Watford, Hertfordshire
|
165.9p
-4.0p cheaper
0.9 mi
· Diesel 184.9p
-9.0p cheaper
|
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Asda
Odhams Industrial Estate, St Albans Road, Watford
|
162.7p
-7.2p cheaper
0.9 mi
· Diesel 181.7p
-12.2p cheaper
|
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Sainsbury's
Cow Lane, Watford
|
161.9p
-8.0p cheaper
1.0 mi
· Diesel 181.9p
-12.0p cheaper
|
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Tesco
239-241 Lower High St, Watford
|
163.9p
-6.0p cheaper
1.2 mi
· Diesel 182.9p
-11.0p cheaper
|
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Bp Harvest Energy
Wiggenhall Road, Watford, Buckinghamshire
Two-way temporary traffic lights on Thomas Sawyer Way (starts Tue 22 Sep, until 24 Sep)
|
175.9p
+6.0p dearer
1.4 mi
· Diesel 198.9p
+5.0p dearer
|
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Costco
Hartspring Lane, Watford, Watford, Hertfordshire
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158.9p
-11.0p cheaper
1.6 mi
· Diesel 179.9p
-14.0p cheaper
|
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Esso
North Orbital Road, St Albans
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170.9p
+1.0p dearer
1.6 mi
· Diesel 197.9p
+4.0p dearer
|
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Shell
Watford Road, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire
|
169.9p
same
2.0 mi
· Diesel 191.9p
-2.0p cheaper
|
Opening Hours
Amenities
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How Rontec Watford fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.8% more expensive than the 12 stations within 3 miles (+3.0p)
1.4% below the UK average (-2.4p)
2.0% below the Esso national average (-3.4p)
9th cheapest of 13 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Shell Little Waitrose Sceptre — 0.9 mi away, save ~176p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 40 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 161.9p on 4 Sep · Highest 169.9p on 8 Sep
Super Unleaded
1.8% more expensive than the 10 stations within 3 miles (+3.4p)
0.1% below the UK average (-0.2p)
0.8% below the Esso national average (-1.4p)
7th cheapest of 11 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Shell Little Waitrose Sceptre — 0.9 mi away, save ~171p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 40 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 180.9p on 4 Sep · Highest 188.9p on 8 Sep
Diesel
2.4% more expensive than the 12 stations within 3 miles (+4.6p)
1.0% below the UK average (-2.0p)
2.0% below the Esso national average (-4.0p)
9th cheapest of 13 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Shell Little Waitrose Sceptre — 0.9 mi away, save ~446p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 40 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 176.9p on 24 Aug · Highest 193.9p on 18 Sep
Super Diesel
0.4% more expensive than the 6 stations within 3 miles (+0.8p)
0.7% below the UK average (-1.4p)
0.9% below the Esso national average (-1.9p)
4th cheapest of 7 for Super Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Shell Little Waitrose Sceptre — 0.9 mi away, save ~385p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 40 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 195.9p on 24 Aug · Highest 212.9p on 18 Sep
Rontec Watford price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded and Super Unleaded have not changed over the past week and have changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.
Diesel and Super Diesel have risen 4.0p over the past week and have changed price 6 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 169.9p | 188.9p | 193.9p +4.0 | 212.9p +4.0 | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 169.9p +3.0 | 188.9p +3.0 | 189.9p +2.0 | 208.9p +2.0 | |
| 166.9p +5.0 | 185.9p +5.0 | 187.9p +3.0 | 206.9p +3.0 | |
| 161.9p +6.0 | 180.9p +6.0 | 184.9p +5.0 | 203.9p +5.0 | |
| 155.9p | 174.9p | 179.9p +3.0 | 198.9p +3.0 | |
| 155.9p | 174.9p | 176.9p +3.0 | 195.9p +3.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 155.9p −1.0 | 174.9p −1.0 | 173.9p −1.0 | 192.9p −1.0 | |
| 156.9p +2.0 | 175.9p +2.0 | 174.9p +2.0 | 193.9p +2.0 | |
| 154.9p | 173.9p | 172.9p +2.0 | 191.9p +2.0 | |
| 154.9p +1.0 | 173.9p +1.0 | 170.9p +1.0 | 189.9p +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 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 | 188.9p | 104.45p | 52.95p | 31.50p |
| Diesel | 193.9p | 108.65p | 52.95p | 32.30p |
| Super Diesel | 212.9p | 124.45p | 52.95p | 35.50p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK.
Common questions about Rontec Watford
How much is unleaded at Rontec Watford?
Unleaded at Rontec Watford is 169.9p per litre, last reported on 8 September 2026. That is 2.4p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £93.45.
How much is diesel at Rontec Watford?
Diesel at Rontec Watford is 193.9p per litre, last reported on 18 September 2026. That is 2.0p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £106.65.
Is Rontec Watford the cheapest place for unleaded near Watford?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 10 days ago, Rontec Watford is the 9th cheapest of 13 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Shell Little Waitrose Sceptre, 0.9 miles away, charges 165.9p, which saves about £1.76 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 Rontec Watford open 24 hours?
Yes. Rontec Watford is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Rontec Watford have?
Rontec Watford 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 Rontec Watford change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.