Nelson fuel prices
Shell · BB9 7AJ · Nelson
Manchester Road, Nelson, Lancashire
Unleaded here is 3.8p below the local average at its last reported price, 3 days ago. 3rd cheapest of 12 within 3 miles. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 0.2p below the local average at its last reported price, 3 days ago. 6th cheapest of 12 within 3 miles. Pendle View Service Station, 0.6 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 9 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Nelson
How much does it cost to fill up at Nelson?
- Unleaded
- £91.25
- Super Unleaded
- £102.25
- Diesel
- £107.75
- Super Diesel
- £115.45
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Petrol stations near BB9 7AJ
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Esso
Manchester Road, Nelson
|
169.9pLast reported 5 days ago
+4.0p dearer
0.3 mi
· Diesel 197.9poldLast reported 34 days ago
|
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BP
Walverden Service Station, Netherfield Road, Lancashire
Road closure on Railway Street (was due to start Mon 21 Sep, until 14 Nov)
|
169.9pLast reported 4 days ago
+4.0p dearer
0.5 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 19 days ago
+3.0p dearer
|
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Morrisons
Clayton Street, Nelson, Lancashire
|
165.7pLast reported 3 days ago
-0.2p cheaper
0.5 mi
· Diesel 195.7pLast reported 4 days ago
-0.2p cheaper
|
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Texaco
61 Colne Road, Brierfield
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167.9poldLast reported 46 days ago
0.6 mi
· Diesel 193.9pLast reported 9 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
|
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Shell
Junction 13 Service Station, Westfield, Nelson, BB9 7YN, Nelson
Two-way temporary traffic lights on Fleet Street (was due to start Fri 30 Oct, until 13 Nov)
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169.9pLast reported 9 days ago
+4.0p dearer
0.7 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 9 days ago
+2.0p dearer
|
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BP
Burnley Road, Colne
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176.9pLast reported 5 days ago
+11.0p dearer
1.3 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 5 days ago
+4.0p dearer
|
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Asda
Unit 1, Swinden Retail Park, Corporation Street, Colne
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165.7p
-0.2p cheaper
1.6 mi
· Diesel 195.7pLast reported 3 days ago
-0.2p cheaper
|
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Esso
12 Casterton Avenue, Burnley
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170.9pLast reported 4 days ago
+5.0p dearer
1.6 mi
· Diesel 195.9pLast reported 13 days ago
same
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Amenities
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How Nelson fuel prices compare
Unleaded
2.2% cheaper than the 11 stations within 3 miles (-3.8p)
3.4% below the UK average (-5.8p)
4.8% below the Shell national average (-8.3p)
3rd cheapest of 12 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Lowest 165.9p on 29 Oct · Highest 165.9p on 29 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 47 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
0.1% cheaper than the 11 stations within 3 miles (-0.2p)
1.3% below the UK average (-2.5p)
2.2% below the Shell national average (-4.3p)
6th cheapest of 12 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Pendle View Service Station — 0.6 mi away, save ~79p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 195.9p on 29 Oct · Highest 195.9p on 29 Oct
Super Diesel
Last reported 41 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Nelson price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 1 time 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 1 time in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 165.9p −2.0 | 185.9p | 195.9p −1.0 | 209.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 167.9p +2.0 | 185.9p | 196.9p +3.0 | 209.9p | |
| 165.9p +2.0 | 185.9p | 193.9p +3.0 | 209.9p +10.0 | |
| 163.9p | 185.9p | 190.9p +3.0 | 199.9p | |
| 163.9p +3.0 | 185.9p +6.0 | 187.9p +2.0 | 199.9p | |
| 160.9p | 179.9p | 185.9p +3.0 | 199.9p +4.0 | |
| 160.9p +2.0 | 179.9p +4.0 | 182.9p +2.0 | 195.9p +6.0 | |
| 158.9p +1.0 | 175.9p | 180.9p +2.0 | 189.9p | |
| 157.9p +1.0 | 175.9p | 178.9p +3.0 | 189.9p | |
| 156.9p | 175.9p | 175.9p +5.0 | — | |
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 49% 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 | 165.9p | 85.25p | 52.95p | 27.70p |
| Super Unleaded | 185.9p | 101.95p | 52.95p | 31.00p |
| Diesel | 195.9p | 110.25p | 52.95p | 32.70p |
| Super Diesel | 209.9p | 121.95p | 52.95p | 35.00p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Nelson
How much is unleaded at Nelson?
Unleaded at Nelson is 165.9p per litre, last reported on 29 October 2026. That is 5.8p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £91.25.
How much is diesel at Nelson?
Diesel at Nelson is 195.9p per litre, last reported on 29 October 2026. That is 2.5p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £107.75.
Is Nelson the cheapest place for unleaded near Nelson?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 3 days ago, Nelson is the 3rd cheapest of 12 stations for unleaded within 3 miles.
Is Nelson open 24 hours?
Yes. Nelson is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Nelson have?
Nelson reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Toilets, 24-hour fuel and Water filling.
How often does Nelson change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.