Shell Balham fuel prices
Shell · SW12 9DP · Clapham
75 Balham Hill, London, London
Unleaded here is 3.5p above the local average. 28th cheapest of 32 within 3 miles. Sainsbury's Balham, 0.3 miles away, is 6.0p cheaper (price reported 3 days ago). Full comparison
Diesel here is 0.2p below the local average at its last reported price, 4 days ago. 15th cheapest of 27 within 3 miles. Sainsbury's Balham, 0.3 miles away, is 1.0p cheaper (price reported 16 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Shell Balham
How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Balham?
- Unleaded
- £97.30
- Super Unleaded
- £112.70
- Diesel
- £110.50
- Super Diesel
- £123.70
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Petrol stations near SW12 9DP
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Sainsbury's
39 Nightingale Lane, London
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170.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
0.3 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 16 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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BP
105 Clapham Common, Northside / Wandsworth, London
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172.9p
-4.0p cheaper
0.9 mi
· Diesel 202.9pLast reported 20 days ago
+2.0p dearer
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Esso
219 Balham High Rd, London
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174.9pLast reported 7 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
0.9 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 7 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
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BP
62-64 Trinity Road, Tooting Bec, London, City Of
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175.9pLast reported 7 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
1.1 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 13 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
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Esso
63/69 Sternhold Avenue, Streatham, London
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169.9pLast reported 4 days ago
-7.0p cheaper
1.1 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 20 days ago
+1.0p dearer
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Texaco
474-488 Wandsworth Road, Clapham, London, Greater London
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175.9pLast reported 9 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
1.3 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 21 days ago
+1.0p dearer
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Esso
109 Tulse Hill, London
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171.9pLast reported 7 days ago
-5.0p cheaper
1.5 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
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Shell
262 York Road, London, London
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175.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
1.8 mi
· Diesel 203.9pLast reported 8 days ago
+3.0p dearer
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Amenities
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How Shell Balham fuel prices compare
Unleaded
2.0% more expensive than the 31 stations within 3 miles (+3.5p)
3.3% above the UK average (+5.7p)
1.8% above the Shell national average (+3.1p)
28th cheapest of 32 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Sainsbury's Balham — 0.3 mi away, save ~319p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 176.9p on 1 Nov · Highest 178.9p on 25 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 52 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
0.1% cheaper than the 26 stations within 3 miles (-0.2p)
1.3% above the UK average (+2.6p)
0.4% above the Shell national average (+0.8p)
15th cheapest of 27 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Sainsbury's Balham — 0.3 mi away, save ~43p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 200.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 202.9p on 13 Oct
Super Diesel
Last reported 49 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Shell Balham 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 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 4 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 176.9p −1.0 | 204.9p | 200.9p | 224.9p | |
| 177.9p −1.0 | 204.9p | 200.9p −1.0 | 224.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 178.9p −1.0 | 204.9p | 201.9p −1.0 | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 202.9p +1.0 | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 201.9p +1.0 | 224.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 179.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 200.9p | 224.9p | |
| 178.9p −2.0 | 204.9p | 200.9p −1.0 | 224.9p | |
| 180.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 201.9p +2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 199.9p −2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 201.9p +1.0 | 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 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 | 176.9p | 94.45p | 52.95p | 29.50p |
| Super Unleaded | 204.9p | 117.75p | 52.95p | 34.20p |
| Diesel | 200.9p | 114.45p | 52.95p | 33.50p |
| Super Diesel | 224.9p | 134.45p | 52.95p | 37.50p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Shell Balham
How much is unleaded at Shell Balham?
Unleaded at Shell Balham is 176.9p per litre, last reported on 1 November 2026. That is 5.7p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £97.30.
How much is diesel at Shell Balham?
Diesel at Shell Balham is 200.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 2.6p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £110.50.
Is Shell Balham the cheapest place for unleaded near Clapham?
No. Right now Shell Balham is the 28th cheapest of 32 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Sainsbury's Balham, 0.3 miles away, charges 170.9p, which saves about £3.19 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 3 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
Is Shell Balham open 24 hours?
Yes. Shell Balham is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Shell Balham have?
Shell Balham reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Toilets, 24-hour fuel, Water filling and Wheelchair accessible.
How often does Shell Balham change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.
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