Shell Downend fuel prices
Shell · BS36 1AH · Bristol
Badminton Road, Bristol, Avon
Unleaded here is 7.3p above the local average at its last reported price, 6 days ago. 10th cheapest of 10 within 3 miles. MFG Blackhorse, 0.6 miles away, is 8.0p cheaper. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 4.4p above the local average at its last reported price, 6 days ago. 10th cheapest of 10 within 3 miles. MFG Blackhorse, 0.6 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 24 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Shell Downend
How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Downend?
- Unleaded
- £97.85
- Super Unleaded
- £109.95
- Diesel
- £112.15
- Super Diesel
- £126.45
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Petrol stations near BS36 1AH
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Esso
Westerleigh Road, Bristol, Gloucestershire
|
169.9p
-8.0p cheaper
0.6 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 24 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
|
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Sainsbury's
The Village, Emerson Way, Emersons Green, Bristol
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170.9p
-7.0p cheaper
1.2 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 14 days ago
-4.0p cheaper
|
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Esso
High Street, Bristol
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172.9p
-5.0p cheaper
1.7 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 19 days ago
-4.0p cheaper
|
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BP
Frenchay Park Road, Bristol
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169.9p
-8.0p cheaper
1.9 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 20 days ago
-4.0p cheaper
|
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BP
172 Bristol Road, Frampton Cotterell, Bristol
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168.9p
-9.0p cheaper
2.3 mi
· Diesel 196.9p -7.0p cheaper
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Morrisons
New Station Way/Hockeys Lane, Fishponds, Bristol
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168.9p
-9.0p cheaper
2.5 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 22 days ago
-7.0p cheaper
|
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Esso
Soundwell Rd, Bristol
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171.9pLast reported 4 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
2.6 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 13 days ago
-4.0p cheaper
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Sainsbury's
Fox Den Road, Stoke Gifford, Bristol
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171.9p
-6.0p cheaper
2.7 mi
· Diesel 199.9p -4.0p cheaper
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How Shell Downend fuel prices compare
Unleaded
4.3% more expensive than the 9 stations within 3 miles (+7.3p)
3.7% above the UK average (+6.3p)
2.1% above the Shell national average (+3.7p)
10th cheapest of 10 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Blackhorse — 0.6 mi away, save ~411p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 177.9p on 27 Oct · Highest 179.9p on 8 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 51 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
2.2% more expensive than the 9 stations within 3 miles (+4.4p)
2.8% above the UK average (+5.5p)
1.8% above the Shell national average (+3.7p)
10th cheapest of 10 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Blackhorse — 0.6 mi away, save ~78p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 202.9p on 6 Oct · Highest 204.9p on 9 Oct
Super Diesel
6.3% more expensive than the 3 stations within 3 miles (+13.7p)
5.8% above the UK average (+12.6p)
3.3% above the Shell national average (+7.3p)
4th cheapest of 4 for Super Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Winterbourne Esso Express — 1.7 mi away, save ~790p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 229.9p on 3 Oct · Highest 229.9p on 3 Oct
Shell Downend price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded has held the same price for the last 30 days.
Diesel has risen 1.0p over the past week and has changed price 5 times in the last 30 days.
Super Diesel has not changed 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 | ||||
| 177.9p −2.0 | 199.9p | 203.9p +1.0 | 229.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 179.9p | 199.9p | 202.9p −2.0 | 229.9p | |
| 179.9p | 199.9p | 204.9p +2.0 | 229.9p | |
| 179.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 202.9p | 229.9p | |
| 178.9p | 199.9p | 202.9p −1.0 | 229.9p | |
| 178.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 203.9p +4.0 | 229.9p +5.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 177.9p | 199.9p | 199.9p −2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 177.9p | 199.9p | 201.9p +2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 177.9p −2.0 | 199.9p | 199.9p | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p +2.0 | 199.9p | 199.9p | 224.9p | |
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 | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
| Diesel | 203.9p | 116.95p | 52.95p | 34.00p |
| Super Diesel | 229.9p | 138.65p | 52.95p | 38.30p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Shell Downend
How much is unleaded at Shell Downend?
Unleaded at Shell Downend is 177.9p per litre, last reported on 27 October 2026. That is 6.3p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £97.85.
How much is diesel at Shell Downend?
Diesel at Shell Downend is 203.9p per litre, last reported on 27 October 2026. That is 5.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £112.15.
Is Shell Downend the cheapest place for unleaded near Bristol?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 6 days ago, Shell Downend is the 10th cheapest of 10 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. MFG Blackhorse, 0.6 miles away, charges 169.9p, which saves about £4.11 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back.
What are the opening hours of Shell Downend?
Shell Downend is open Monday to Sunday 07:00–23:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Shell Downend have?
Shell Downend 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 Downend change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.