Shell Sanderstead fuel prices
Shell · CR2 9LE · Purley
81 Limpsfield Road, Sanderstead, Surrey
Unleaded here is 3.4p above the local average. 9th cheapest of 15 within 3 miles. MFG Hayling Down, 1.6 miles away, is 8.0p cheaper. Full comparison
Diesel here is 2.4p above the local average. 11th cheapest of 13 within 3 miles. MFG Hayling Down, 1.6 miles away, is 3.0p cheaper (price reported 19 days ago). Full comparison
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Current prices at Shell Sanderstead
How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Sanderstead?
- Unleaded
- £96.75
- Super Unleaded
- £112.70
- Diesel
- £111.60
- Super Diesel
- £123.70
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Petrol stations near CR2 9LE
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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BP
43-47 Godstone Road, Whyteleafe, Surrey
|
175.9p
same
1.3 mi
· Diesel 202.9p same
|
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Esso
628-630 Brighton Road, Purley, Greater London
|
167.9p
-8.0p cheaper
1.6 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 19 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
|
|
Esso
14-16 Godstone Road, Purley, Surrey
|
167.9p
-8.0p cheaper
1.7 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
|
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Shell
306-320 Brighton Road, South Croydon, Surrey
|
167.9p
-8.0p cheaper
1.7 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 18 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
|
|
Tesco
Tesco Stores Ltd, 8 Purley Road, Purley
Road closure on Purley Knoll (was due to start Mon 26 Oct, until 20 Nov)
|
170.9pLast reported 17 days ago
-5.0p cheaper
1.8 mi
· Diesel 197.9poldLast reported 30 days ago
|
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Esso
418-424 Limpsfield Road, Warlingham, Surrey
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171.9p
-4.0p cheaper
1.8 mi
· Diesel 201.9p -1.0p cheaper
|
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Shell
408 Godstone Road, Whyteleafe, Surrey
|
177.9pLast reported 7 days ago
+2.0p dearer
1.9 mi
· Diesel 202.9pLast reported 7 days ago
same
|
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Esso
87 Brighton Road, South Croydon, Greater London
|
167.9p
-8.0p cheaper
2.1 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 19 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
|
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Amenities
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How Shell Sanderstead fuel prices compare
Unleaded
2.0% more expensive than the 14 stations within 3 miles (+3.4p)
2.4% above the UK average (+4.2p)
1.0% above the Shell national average (+1.7p)
9th cheapest of 15 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Hayling Down — 1.6 mi away, save ~371p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 175.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 179.9p on 8 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 48 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
1.2% more expensive than the 12 stations within 3 miles (+2.4p)
2.3% above the UK average (+4.5p)
1.3% above the Shell national average (+2.6p)
11th cheapest of 13 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Hayling Down — 1.6 mi away, save ~89p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 202.9p on 3 Oct · Highest 204.9p 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 Sanderstead price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 4.0p 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 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 175.9p −4.0 | 204.9p | 202.9p −2.0 | 224.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 204.9p +2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 202.9p | 224.9p | |
| 178.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 202.9p +1.0 | 224.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 177.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 201.9p +3.0 | 224.9p +5.0 | |
| 176.9p | 204.9p | 198.9p +2.0 | 219.9p | |
| 176.9p +1.0 | 204.9p +5.0 | 196.9p +2.0 | 219.9p +5.0 | |
| 175.9p +2.0 | 199.9p | 194.9p +2.0 | 214.9p | |
| 173.9p | 199.9p | 192.9p | 214.9p +5.0 | |
| 173.9p +2.0 | 199.9p | 192.9p +2.0 | 209.9p | |
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 | 204.9p | 117.75p | 52.95p | 34.20p |
| Diesel | 202.9p | 116.15p | 52.95p | 33.80p |
| Super Diesel | 224.9p | 134.45p | 52.95p | 37.50p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Shell Sanderstead
How much is unleaded at Shell Sanderstead?
Unleaded at Shell Sanderstead is 175.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 4.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £96.75.
How much is diesel at Shell Sanderstead?
Diesel at Shell Sanderstead is 202.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 4.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £111.60.
Is Shell Sanderstead the cheapest place for unleaded near Purley?
No. Right now Shell Sanderstead is the 9th cheapest of 15 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. MFG Hayling Down, 1.6 miles away, charges 167.9p, which saves about £3.71 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back.
Is Shell Sanderstead open 24 hours?
Yes. Shell Sanderstead is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Shell Sanderstead have?
Shell Sanderstead reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Car wash, Toilets, 24-hour fuel and Water filling.
How often does Shell Sanderstead change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 4.0p over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.
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