Shell Leicester fuel prices
Shell · LE23JW · Wigston
London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire
Unleaded here is 6.1p above the local average at its last reported price, 26 days ago. 16th cheapest of 16 within 3 miles. Hgs BP Oadby, 0.6 miles away, is 4.0p cheaper (price reported 16 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 2.6p above the local average at its last reported price, 23 days ago. 15th cheapest of 16 within 3 miles. Hgs BP Oadby, 0.6 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 12 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Shell Leicester
How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Leicester?
- Unleaded
- £98.95
- Super Unleaded
- £109.95
- Diesel
- £111.05
- Super Diesel
- £123.70
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Petrol stations near LE23JW
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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BP
Harborough Road, Leicester
Lane closure on Leicester Road Service Road
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175.9pLast reported 16 days ago
-4.0p cheaper
0.6 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 12 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
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BP
The Stage Service Station, 282, Leicester Road, Wigston
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172.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-7.0p cheaper
1.1 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 17 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
|
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BP
Oadby Road, Wigston, Leicestershire
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174.9poldLast reported 37 days ago
1.2 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 37 days ago
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Knighton Self Service
Knighton Self Serve, 445-449, Welford Road, Leicester
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172.9pLast reported 4 days ago
-7.0p cheaper
1.2 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 14 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
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Sainsbury's
Glen Road, Oadby, Leicester
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173.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
1.4 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 13 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
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Esso
Bull Head Street, Wigston, Leicestershire
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173.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
1.6 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 19 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
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Murco
No 8-20, St Peters Road, Leicester, Leicestershire
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172.9pLast reported 13 days ago
-7.0p cheaper
1.8 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 23 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
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BP
Saffron Service Station, 413, Saffron Lane, Leicester
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173.9pLast reported 5 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
1.8 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 22 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
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How Shell Leicester fuel prices compare
Unleaded
3.5% more expensive than the 15 stations within 3 miles (+6.1p)
4.8% above the UK average (+8.2p)
3.2% above the Shell national average (+5.7p)
16th cheapest of 16 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Hgs BP Oadby — 0.6 mi away, save ~190p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 179.9p on 6 Oct · Highest 180.9p on 3 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 46 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
1.3% more expensive than the 15 stations within 3 miles (+2.6p)
1.8% above the UK average (+3.5p)
0.8% above the Shell national average (+1.7p)
15th cheapest of 16 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Hgs BP Oadby — 0.6 mi away, save ~79p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 199.9p on 5 Oct · Highest 201.9p on 3 Oct
Super Diesel
Last reported 46 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Shell Leicester price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded and Super Diesel have held the same price for the last 30 days.
Diesel has not changed over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 179.9p | 199.9p | 201.9p +2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p −1.0 | 199.9p | 199.9p | 224.9p | |
| 180.9p | 199.9p | 199.9p −2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 180.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 201.9p +2.0 | 224.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 179.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 199.9p | 224.9p | |
| 178.9p +1.0 | 199.9p | 199.9p | 224.9p | |
| 177.9p | 199.9p +5.0 | 199.9p | 224.9p +5.0 | |
| 177.9p +2.0 | 194.9p | 199.9p +3.0 | 219.9p | |
| 175.9p +1.0 | 194.9p | 196.9p +2.0 | 219.9p | |
| 174.9p +1.0 | 194.9p | 194.9p | 219.9p +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 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 | 179.9p | 96.95p | 52.95p | 30.00p |
| Super Unleaded | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
| 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 Leicester
How much is unleaded at Shell Leicester?
Unleaded at Shell Leicester is 179.9p per litre, last reported on 6 October 2026. That is 8.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £98.95.
How much is diesel at Shell Leicester?
Diesel at Shell Leicester is 201.9p per litre, last reported on 9 October 2026. That is 3.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £111.05.
Is Shell Leicester the cheapest place for unleaded near Wigston?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 26 days ago, Shell Leicester is the 16th cheapest of 16 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Hgs BP Oadby, 0.6 miles away, charges 175.9p, which saves about £1.90 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 16 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
Is Shell Leicester open 24 hours?
Yes. Shell Leicester is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Shell Leicester have?
Shell Leicester 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 Shell Leicester change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.