Shell Redbourn fuel prices

Shell · AL3 7AD · Harpenden

Redbourne Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire

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Updated 2 days ago

Unleaded here is 7.7p above the local average. 7th cheapest of 7 within 3 miles. Townsend Sf Connect, 2.3 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 18 days ago). Full comparison

Diesel here is 2.0p above the local average. 4th cheapest of 5 within 3 miles. EG Flamstead, 2.7 miles away, is 3.0p cheaper (price reported 3 days ago). Full comparison

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Current prices at Shell Redbourn

Unleaded
178.9p
▼ 1.0p this week
2 days ago
Super Unleaded
204.9p
— unchanged this week
1 month ago
Diesel
200.9p
▼ 1.0p this week
2 days ago
Super Diesel
224.9p
— unchanged this week
1 month ago

How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Redbourn?

Unleaded
£98.40
Super Unleaded
£112.70
Diesel
£110.50
Super Diesel
£123.70

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Petrol stations near AL3 7AD

Station Unleaded
BP
17 Luton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Road closure on Townsend Road (was due to start Mon 2 Nov, until 4 Nov)
176.9pLast reported 18 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
2.3 mi · Diesel 201.9pLast reported 19 days ago +1.0p dearer
Asda Express
Redbourn Road, Cupid Green, Hemel Hempstead
170.9pLast reported 29 days ago
-8.0p cheaper
2.7 mi · Diesel 197.9poldLast reported 35 days ago
EG On The Move
Flamstead Filling Station, London Road, Flamstead, St. Albans, AL3 8HS, St. Albans
167.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-11.0p cheaper
2.7 mi · Diesel 197.9pLast reported 3 days ago -3.0p cheaper
Texaco
St. Albans Service Station, 150, Harpenden Road, St. Albans
171.9p
-7.0p cheaper
2.7 mi · Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 38 days ago
Shell
Breakspear Way, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
169.9p
-9.0p cheaper
3.0 mi · Diesel 197.9p -3.0p cheaper
BP
Breakspear Way, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
169.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-9.0p cheaper
3.0 mi · Diesel 197.9pLast reported 3 days ago -3.0p cheaper

Opening Hours

Monday 06:00–22:00
Tuesday 06:00–22:00
Wednesday 06:00–22:00
Thursday 06:00–22:00
Friday 06:00–22:00
Saturday 06:00–22:00
Sunday 06:00–22:00
Bank Holidays Usual hours apply

Amenities

AdBlue (packaged) Air pump / screenwash Toilets Water filling

Looking for something to eat?

Feeling a bit peckish? Grab something to eat while you fill up. We've gathered local places to eat, along with their food hygiene ratings.

At this forecourt

Shell Redbourn
5 out of 5 inspected Apr 2026

Well-rated food within half a mile

5 out of 5 inspected Feb 2026
4 out of 5 inspected Mar 2026
5 out of 5 inspected Mar 2025
5 out of 5 inspected Mar 2025

Hygiene ratings: Food Standards Agency. About this data.

How Shell Redbourn fuel prices compare

Unleaded

4.5% more expensive than the 6 stations within 3 miles (+7.7p)

4.2% above the UK average (+7.2p)

2.7% above the Shell national average (+4.7p)

7th cheapest of 7 for Unleaded within 3 miles

Cheaper nearby: Townsend Sf Connect — 2.3 mi away, save ~3p after the drive

Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.

Lowest 178.9p on 5 Oct · Highest 179.9p on 8 Oct

Super Unleaded

Last reported 41 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).

Diesel

1.0% more expensive than the 4 stations within 3 miles (+2.0p)

1.2% above the UK average (+2.5p)

0.3% above the Shell national average (+0.6p)

4th cheapest of 5 for Diesel within 3 miles

Cheaper nearby: EG Flamstead — 2.7 mi away, save ~36p after the drive

Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.

Lowest 200.9p on 5 Oct · Highest 202.9p on 9 Oct

Super Diesel

Last reported 33 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).

Shell Redbourn price history

Recent price changes

Unleaded has fallen 1.0p over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.

Super Unleaded and Super Diesel have held the same price for the last 30 days.

Diesel has fallen 1.0p 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
178.9p −1.0 204.9p 200.9p −1.0 224.9p
Earlier in the last 30 days
179.9p 204.9p 201.9p −1.0 224.9p
179.9p 204.9p 202.9p +2.0 224.9p
179.9p +1.0 204.9p 200.9p 224.9p
178.9p −1.0 204.9p 200.9p +1.0 224.9p
More than 30 days ago
179.9p 204.9p 199.9p −2.0 224.9p
179.9p 204.9p 201.9p +2.0 224.9p +5.0
179.9p 204.9p 199.9p 219.9p
179.9p −2.0 204.9p −5.0 199.9p 219.9p
181.9p 209.9p +5.0 199.9p 219.9p

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 46% 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 178.9p 96.15p 52.95p 29.80p
Super Unleaded 204.9p 117.75p 52.95p 34.20p
Diesel 200.9p 114.45p 52.95p 33.50p
Super Diesel 224.9p 134.45p 52.95p 37.50p

Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.

How fuel duty works

Common questions about Shell Redbourn

How much is unleaded at Shell Redbourn?

Unleaded at Shell Redbourn is 178.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 7.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £98.40.

How much is diesel at Shell Redbourn?

Diesel at Shell Redbourn is 200.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 2.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £110.50.

Is Shell Redbourn the cheapest place for unleaded near Harpenden?

No. Right now Shell Redbourn is the 7th cheapest of 7 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Townsend Sf Connect, 2.3 miles away, charges 176.9p, which saves about £0.03 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 18 days ago, so check it before making the trip.

What are the opening hours of Shell Redbourn?

Shell Redbourn is open Monday to Sunday 06:00–22:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.

What fuel and facilities does Shell Redbourn have?

Shell Redbourn reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Toilets and Water filling.

How often does Shell Redbourn change its prices?

Unleaded has fallen 1.0p over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.