Shell Somerford fuel prices
Shell · BH23 4SA · Christchurch
Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch, Dorset
Unleaded here is 8.7p above the local average at its last reported price, 27 days ago. 4th cheapest of 4 within 3 miles. Ascona Hinton Service Station, 1.4 miles away, is 8.0p cheaper. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 1.2p above the local average at its last reported price, 6 days ago. 3rd cheapest of 5 within 3 miles. MFG Fairmile, 2.3 miles away, is 3.0p cheaper (price reported 6 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Shell Somerford
How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Somerford?
- Unleaded
- £97.85
- Super Unleaded
- £112.70
- Diesel
- £111.05
- Super Diesel
- £123.70
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Petrol stations near BH23 4SA
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
|
BP
Somerford Road, Christchurch, Dorset
|
177.9poldLast reported 35 days ago
0.8 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 10 days ago
same
|
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Texaco
Lyndhurst Road, Hinton, Hinton, Hampshire
|
169.9p
-8.0p cheaper
1.4 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 5 days ago
same
|
|
Shell
58 Barrack Road, Christchurch
|
176.9poldLast reported 37 days ago
2.1 mi
· Diesel 201.9poldLast reported 40 days ago
|
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Murco
204 Fairmile Road, Christchurch, Dorset
|
167.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-10.0p cheaper
2.3 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
|
|
Esso
271 Barrack Rd, Christchurch
|
169.9pLast reported 5 days ago
-8.0p cheaper
2.7 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 17 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
|
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Amenities
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How Shell Somerford fuel prices compare
Unleaded
5.1% more expensive than the 3 stations within 3 miles (+8.7p)
3.7% above the UK average (+6.3p)
2.1% above the Shell national average (+3.7p)
4th cheapest of 4 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Ascona Hinton Service Station — 1.4 mi away, save ~375p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 177.9p on 6 Oct · Highest 177.9p on 6 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 34 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
0.6% more expensive than the 4 stations within 3 miles (+1.2p)
1.8% above the UK average (+3.5p)
0.8% above the Shell national average (+1.7p)
3rd cheapest of 5 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Fairmile — 2.3 mi away, save ~52p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 201.9p on 22 Oct · Highest 203.9p on 9 Oct
Super Diesel
Last reported 34 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Shell Somerford price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has not changed 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 5 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 177.9p | 204.9p | 201.9p −1.0 | 224.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 177.9p | 204.9p | 202.9p +1.0 | 224.9p | |
| 177.9p | 204.9p | 201.9p −1.0 | 224.9p | |
| 177.9p | 204.9p | 202.9p −1.0 | 224.9p | |
| 177.9p | 204.9p | 203.9p +2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 177.9p −1.0 | 204.9p | 201.9p | 224.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 178.9p +1.0 | 204.9p +5.0 | 201.9p +2.0 | 224.9p +5.0 | |
| 177.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 199.9p −1.0 | 219.9p | |
| 176.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 200.9p +1.0 | 219.9p | |
| 175.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 199.9p +1.0 | 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 | 177.9p | 95.25p | 52.95p | 29.70p |
| Super Unleaded | 204.9p | 117.75p | 52.95p | 34.20p |
| Diesel | 201.9p | 115.25p | 52.95p | 33.70p |
| Super Diesel | 224.9p | 134.45p | 52.95p | 37.50p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Shell Somerford
How much is unleaded at Shell Somerford?
Unleaded at Shell Somerford is 177.9p per litre, last reported on 6 October 2026. That is 6.3p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £97.85.
How much is diesel at Shell Somerford?
Diesel at Shell Somerford is 201.9p per litre, last reported on 26 October 2026. That is 3.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £111.05.
Is Shell Somerford the cheapest place for unleaded near Christchurch?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 27 days ago, Shell Somerford is the 4th cheapest of 4 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Ascona Hinton Service Station, 1.4 miles away, charges 169.9p, which saves about £3.75 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back.
What are the opening hours of Shell Somerford?
Shell Somerford is open Monday to Sunday 06:00–23:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Shell Somerford have?
Shell Somerford 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 Somerford change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.