Gem Barnton fuel prices
Shell · CW8 4HX · Northwich
Runcorn Road, Barnton, Northwich, Cheshire
Unleaded here is 1.5p above the local average at its last reported price, 17 days ago. 6th cheapest of 7 within 3 miles. Rontec Weaver, 1.2 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 2.5p above the local average at its last reported price, 11 days ago. 6th cheapest of 7 within 3 miles. Asda Barons Quay, Northwich Supermarket, 2.1 miles away, is 5.2p cheaper (price reported 19 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Gem Barnton
How much does it cost to fill up at Gem Barnton?
- Unleaded
- £94.55
- Super Unleaded
- £102.80
- Diesel
- £107.20
- Super Diesel
- £115.45
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Petrol stations near CW8 4HX
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Esso
Northwich Road, Northwich, Cheshire
|
169.9p
-2.0p cheaper
1.2 mi
· Diesel 193.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
|
BP
Winnington Lane, Northwich, Cheshire
|
169.9p
-2.0p cheaper
1.6 mi
· Diesel 193.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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Applegreen
A49, Tarporley Road, Lower Whitley, Warrington
|
171.9pLast reported 11 days ago
same
1.8 mi
· Diesel 195.9pLast reported 11 days ago
+1.0p dearer
|
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Asda
23-29 Leicester Street, Barons Quay, Northwich
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169.7pLast reported 19 days ago
-2.2p cheaper
2.1 mi
· Diesel 189.7pLast reported 19 days ago
-5.2p cheaper
|
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Sainsbury's
Venables Road, Northwich
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169.9pLast reported 20 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
2.2 mi
· Diesel 189.9pLast reported 20 days ago
-5.0p cheaper
|
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Tesco
Tesco Stores Ltd, Manchester Road, Northwich
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170.9pLast reported 18 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
2.8 mi
· Diesel 190.9pLast reported 18 days ago
-4.0p cheaper
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Amenities
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How Gem Barnton fuel prices compare
Unleaded
0.9% more expensive than the 6 stations within 3 miles (+1.5p)
0.2% above the UK average (+0.3p)
1.3% below the Shell national average (-2.3p)
6th cheapest of 7 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Rontec Weaver — 1.2 mi away, save ~56p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 171.9p on 7 Oct · Highest 172.9p on 6 Oct
Super Unleaded
0.6% more expensive than the 4 stations within 3 miles (+1.2p)
0.9% below the UK average (-1.7p)
4.3% below the Shell national average (-8.4p)
3rd cheapest of 5 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Welcome Break Whitley — 1.8 mi away, save ~76p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 186.9p on 7 Oct · Highest 187.9p on 6 Oct
Diesel
1.3% more expensive than the 6 stations within 3 miles (+2.5p)
1.8% below the UK average (-3.5p)
2.7% below the Shell national average (-5.3p)
6th cheapest of 7 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Asda Barons Quay, Northwich Supermarket — 2.1 mi away, save ~187p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 194.9p on 22 Oct · Highest 196.9p on 6 Oct
Super Diesel
0.6% cheaper than the 3 stations within 3 miles (-1.3p)
3.4% below the UK average (-7.4p)
5.7% below the Shell national average (-12.7p)
2nd cheapest of 4 for Super Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Welcome Break Whitley — 1.8 mi away, save ~17p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 209.9p on 22 Oct · Highest 211.9p on 6 Oct
Gem Barnton price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded and Super Unleaded have not changed over the past week and have changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.
Diesel and Super Diesel have not changed over the past week and have changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 171.9p | 186.9p | 194.9p −1.0 | 209.9p −1.0 | |
| 171.9p −1.0 | 186.9p −1.0 | 195.9p −1.0 | 210.9p −1.0 | |
| 172.9p +1.0 | 187.9p +1.0 | 196.9p | 211.9p | |
| 171.9p −1.0 | 186.9p −1.0 | 196.9p | 211.9p | |
| 172.9p +1.0 | 187.9p +1.0 | 196.9p −1.0 | 211.9p +1.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 171.9p −1.0 | 186.9p −1.0 | 197.9p | 210.9p | |
| 172.9p +1.0 | 187.9p +1.0 | 197.9p +2.0 | 210.9p +2.0 | |
| 171.9p +2.0 | 186.9p +2.0 | 195.9p | 208.9p | |
| 169.9p +2.0 | 184.9p +2.0 | 195.9p +3.0 | 208.9p +3.0 | |
| 167.9p +2.0 | 182.9p +2.0 | 192.9p +2.0 | 205.9p +2.0 | |
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 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 | 171.9p | 90.25p | 52.95p | 28.70p |
| Super Unleaded | 186.9p | 102.75p | 52.95p | 31.20p |
| Diesel | 194.9p | 109.45p | 52.95p | 32.50p |
| Super Diesel | 209.9p | 121.95p | 52.95p | 35.00p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Gem Barnton
How much is unleaded at Gem Barnton?
Unleaded at Gem Barnton is 171.9p per litre, last reported on 16 October 2026. That is 0.3p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £94.55.
How much is diesel at Gem Barnton?
Diesel at Gem Barnton is 194.9p per litre, last reported on 22 October 2026. That is 3.5p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £107.20.
Is Gem Barnton the cheapest place for unleaded near Northwich?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 17 days ago, Gem Barnton is the 6th cheapest of 7 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Rontec Weaver, 1.2 miles away, charges 169.9p, which saves about £0.56 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back.
What are the opening hours of Gem Barnton?
Gem Barnton is open Monday to Sunday 07:00–23:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Gem Barnton have?
Gem Barnton 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 Gem Barnton change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.