Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell fuel prices
Shell · AL2 3EH · St Albans
551 Watford Road, St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Unleaded here is 4.2p above the local average at its last reported price, 4 days ago. 8th cheapest of 9 within 3 miles. Harvest Energy Classic, 0.7 miles away, is 4.0p cheaper (price reported 5 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 4.7p above the local average at its last reported price, 3 days ago. 6th cheapest of 9 within 3 miles. Harvest Energy Classic, 0.7 miles away, is 4.0p cheaper. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell
How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell?
- Unleaded
- £96.75
- Super Unleaded
- £109.95
- Diesel
- £108.85
- Super Diesel
- £120.95
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Petrol stations near AL2 3EH
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
|
Harvest Energy
1 Old Watford Road, Bricket Wood, St Albans
|
171.9p
-4.0p cheaper
0.7 mi
· Diesel 193.9p
-4.0p cheaper
|
|
BP
113 Watling Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire
Lane closure on Watling Street
|
175.9p
same
1.1 mi
· Diesel 197.9p
same
|
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Gulf
Gulf Service Station, Frogmore Business Park, 51, Radlett Road, Frogmore, St. Albans
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171.9p
-4.0p cheaper
1.4 mi
· Diesel 186.9p
-11.0p cheaper
|
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Sainsbury's
Everard Close, St. Albans
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171.9p
-4.0p cheaper
1.8 mi
· Diesel 191.9p
-6.0p cheaper
|
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Esso
London Road, St Albans
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173.9p
-2.0p cheaper
2.3 mi
· Diesel 197.9p
same
|
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Esso
North Orbital Road, St Albans
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170.9p
-5.0p cheaper
2.5 mi
· Diesel 197.9p
same
|
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BP
Verulam Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire
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174.9p
-1.0p cheaper
2.5 mi
· Diesel 196.9p
-1.0p cheaper
|
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Sainsbury's
Cow Lane, Watford
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161.9p
-14.0p cheaper
3.0 mi
· Diesel 181.9p
-16.0p cheaper
|
Opening Hours
Amenities
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How Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell fuel prices compare
Unleaded
2.4% more expensive than the 8 stations within 3 miles (+4.2p)
2.1% above the UK average (+3.6p)
0.2% above the Shell national average (+0.3p)
8th cheapest of 9 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Harvest Energy Classic — 0.7 mi away, save ~183p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 40 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 165.9p on 28 Aug · Highest 175.9p on 14 Sep
Super Unleaded
5.8% more expensive than the 6 stations within 3 miles (+11.0p)
5.7% above the UK average (+10.8p)
0.8% above the Shell national average (+1.7p)
7th cheapest of 7 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Mount Sf Connect — 1.1 mi away, save ~99p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 40 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 194.9p on 4 Sep · Highest 199.9p on 9 Sep
Diesel
2.4% more expensive than the 8 stations within 3 miles (+4.7p)
1.0% above the UK average (+2.0p)
0.3% below the Shell national average (-0.6p)
6th cheapest of 9 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Harvest Energy Classic — 0.7 mi away, save ~178p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 40 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 185.9p on 28 Aug · Highest 197.9p on 15 Sep
Super Diesel
1.0% more expensive than the 4 stations within 3 miles (+2.2p)
2.6% above the UK average (+5.6p)
0.0% above the Shell national average (+0.1p)
5th cheapest of 5 for Super Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Asda St Albans Express Petrol — 2.3 mi away, save ~17p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 40 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 214.9p on 21 Aug · Highest 219.9p on 11 Sep
Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has risen 1.0p over the past week and has changed price 9 times in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.
Diesel has risen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 10 times in the last 30 days.
Super Diesel has not changed over the past week and has changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 175.9p | 199.9p | 197.9p +1.0 | 219.9p | |
| 175.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 196.9p +2.0 | 219.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 174.9p | 199.9p | 194.9p | 219.9p +5.0 | |
| 174.9p +2.0 | 199.9p | 194.9p +2.0 | 214.9p | |
| 172.9p | 199.9p +5.0 | 192.9p | 214.9p | |
| 172.9p +2.0 | 194.9p | 192.9p +2.0 | 214.9p | |
| 170.9p +3.0 | 194.9p | 190.9p +3.0 | 214.9p | |
| 167.9p | 194.9p +5.0 | 187.9p | 214.9p | |
| 167.9p +2.0 | 189.9p | 187.9p +2.0 | 214.9p | |
| 165.9p −2.0 | 189.9p | 185.9p −4.0 | 214.9p | |
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 | 175.9p | 93.65p | 52.95p | 29.30p |
| Super Unleaded | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
| Diesel | 197.9p | 111.95p | 52.95p | 33.00p |
| Super Diesel | 219.9p | 130.25p | 52.95p | 36.70p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK.
Common questions about Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell
How much is unleaded at Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell?
Unleaded at Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell is 175.9p per litre, last reported on 14 September 2026. That is 3.6p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £96.75.
How much is diesel at Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell?
Diesel at Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell is 197.9p per litre, last reported on 15 September 2026. That is 2.0p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £108.85.
Is Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell the cheapest place for unleaded near St Albans?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 4 days ago, Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell is the 8th cheapest of 9 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Harvest Energy Classic, 0.7 miles away, charges 171.9p, which saves about £1.83 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 5 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
Is Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell open 24 hours?
Yes. Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell have?
Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), AdBlue pumps, Air pump / screenwash, Toilets, 24-hour fuel and Water filling.
How often does Shell Little Waitrose Chiswell change its prices?
Unleaded has risen 1.0p over the past week and has changed price 9 times in the last 30 days.