Shell Co-op Playing Place fuel prices
Shell · TR3 6HA · Truro
Playing Place, Truro, Cornwall
Unleaded here is 4.0p above the local average. 2nd cheapest of 3 within 3 miles. Sainsbury's Truro, 2.1 miles away, is 8.0p cheaper. Full comparison
Diesel here is 0.5p above the local average at its last reported price, 5 days ago. 2nd cheapest of 3 within 3 miles. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Shell Co-op Playing Place
How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Co-op Playing Place?
- Unleaded
- £97.30
- Super Unleaded
- £109.95
- Diesel
- £109.95
- Super Diesel
- £123.70
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Petrol stations near TR3 6HA
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Sainsbury's
Treyew Road, Truro
|
168.9p
-8.0p cheaper
2.1 mi
· Diesel 198.9p -1.0p cheaper
|
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Shell
Tregolls Road, Truro, Cornwall
Two-way temporary traffic lights on St Clements Hill (was due to start Mon 26 Oct, until 7 Nov)
|
176.9p
same
2.5 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 5 days ago
same
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Opening Hours
Amenities
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How Shell Co-op Playing Place fuel prices compare
Unleaded
2.3% more expensive than the 2 stations within 3 miles (+4.0p)
3.1% above the UK average (+5.3p)
1.5% above the Shell national average (+2.7p)
2nd cheapest of 3 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Sainsbury's Truro — 2.1 mi away, save ~348p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 176.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 181.9p on 3 Oct
Super Unleaded
5.0% more expensive than the 2 stations within 3 miles (+9.5p)
6.0% above the UK average (+11.3p)
2.3% above the Shell national average (+4.6p)
2nd cheapest of 3 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Sainsbury's Truro — 2.1 mi away, save ~946p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 199.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 199.9p on 30 Oct
Diesel
0.3% more expensive than the 2 stations within 3 miles (+0.5p)
0.8% above the UK average (+1.5p)
0.2% below the Shell national average (-0.3p)
2nd cheapest of 3 for Diesel within 3 miles
Lowest 199.9p on 27 Oct · Highest 203.9p on 3 Oct
Super Diesel
3.5% above the UK average (+7.6p)
1.0% above the Shell national average (+2.3p)
Lowest 224.9p on 3 Oct · Highest 224.9p on 3 Oct
Shell Co-op Playing Place price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded has fallen 5.0p over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.
Diesel has fallen 4.0p over the past week and has changed price 2 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 | ||||
| 176.9p −3.0 | 199.9p −5.0 | 199.9p | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 199.9p −4.0 | 224.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 179.9p −2.0 | 204.9p | 203.9p | 224.9p | |
| 181.9p +2.0 | 204.9p | 203.9p +4.0 | 224.9p +5.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 179.9p −2.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 181.9p | 204.9p +5.0 | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 181.9p +2.0 | 199.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 179.9p | 199.9p | 199.9p +1.0 | 219.9p | |
| 179.9p +2.0 | 199.9p | 198.9p +2.0 | 219.9p | |
| 177.9p | 199.9p +5.0 | 196.9p | 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 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 | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
| Diesel | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
| Super Diesel | 224.9p | 134.45p | 52.95p | 37.50p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Shell Co-op Playing Place
How much is unleaded at Shell Co-op Playing Place?
Unleaded at Shell Co-op Playing Place is 176.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 5.3p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £97.30.
How much is diesel at Shell Co-op Playing Place?
Diesel at Shell Co-op Playing Place is 199.9p per litre, last reported on 27 October 2026. That is 1.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.95.
Is Shell Co-op Playing Place the cheapest place for unleaded near Truro?
No. Right now Shell Co-op Playing Place is the 2nd cheapest of 3 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Sainsbury's Truro, 2.1 miles away, charges 168.9p, which saves about £3.48 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back.
Is Shell Co-op Playing Place open 24 hours?
Yes. Shell Co-op Playing Place is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Shell Co-op Playing Place have?
Shell Co-op Playing Place 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 Co-op Playing Place change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.