Sandpits Service Station fuel prices
Texaco · CV6 2FR · Coventry
Texaco Garage, 6-8, Sandpits Lane, Coventry
Unleaded here is 3.4p below the local average at its last reported price, 9 days ago. 8th cheapest of 14 within 3 miles. MFG Radford, 1.0 miles away, is 2.0p cheaper (price reported 4 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Sandpits Service Station
How much does it cost to fill up at Sandpits Service Station?
- Unleaded
- £94.55
- Super Unleaded
- £98.95
- Diesel
- £108.85
- Super Diesel
- £114.35
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Petrol stations near CV6 2FR
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Shell
Holbrook Lane, Coventry, West Midlands
Lane closure on Holbrook Lane (was due to start Mon 17 Aug, until 19 Aug)
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176.9p
+5.0p dearer
0.9 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 5 days ago
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Valero
Jubilee Crescent, Radford, Coventry
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169.9pLast reported 4 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
1.0 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 23 days ago
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BP
Lockhurst Lane, Coventry, West Midlands
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171.9p
same
1.6 mi
· Diesel 198.9poldLast reported 31 days ago
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Valero
650 - 654 Foleshill Road, Coventry, Warwickshire
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170.9p
-1.0p cheaper
1.7 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 16 days ago
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Tesco
Arena Retail Park, Classic Drive, Coventry
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170.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
1.7 mi
· Diesel 194.9pLast reported 3 days ago
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EG On The Move
Holyhead Road Service Station, 430 Holyhead Road, Coventry, West Midlands
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171.9pLast reported 4 days ago
same
1.8 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 12 days ago
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Welcome Break
Motorway Services, Coventry, Warwickshire
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198.9pLast reported 10 days ago
+27.0p dearer
2.0 mi
· Diesel 222.9pLast reported 10 days ago
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Welcome Break
Motorway Services, Coventry, Warwickshire
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198.9pLast reported 10 days ago
+27.0p dearer
2.1 mi
· Diesel 222.9pLast reported 10 days ago
|
Opening Hours
Amenities
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How Sandpits Service Station fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.9% cheaper than the 13 stations within 3 miles (-3.4p)
0.1% above the UK average (+0.2p)
1.2% above the Texaco national average (+2.0p)
8th cheapest of 14 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Radford — 1.0 mi away, save ~64p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 171.9p on 23 Oct · Highest 175.9p on 12 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 48 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
Last reported 40 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Super Diesel
Last reported 40 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Sandpits Service Station 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, Diesel and Super Diesel have held the same price for the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 171.9p −4.0 | 179.9p | 197.9p | 207.9p | |
| 175.9p +2.0 | 179.9p | 197.9p | 207.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 173.9p +2.0 | 179.9p | 197.9p +4.0 | 207.9p +8.0 | |
| 171.9p +3.0 | 179.9p +5.0 | 193.9p +5.0 | 199.9p +5.3 | |
| 168.9p +3.0 | 174.9p | 188.9p +3.0 | 194.6p | |
| 165.9p +2.0 | 174.9p | 185.9p +2.0 | 194.6p +0.7 | |
| 163.9p | — | 183.9p +4.0 | 193.9p | |
| — | — | 179.9p | — | |
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 | 171.9p | 90.25p | 52.95p | 28.70p |
| Super Unleaded | 179.9p | 96.95p | 52.95p | 30.00p |
| Diesel | 197.9p | 111.95p | 52.95p | 33.00p |
| Super Diesel | 207.9p | 120.25p | 52.95p | 34.70p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Sandpits Service Station
How much is unleaded at Sandpits Service Station?
Unleaded at Sandpits Service Station is 171.9p per litre, last reported on 23 October 2026. That is 0.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £94.55.
Is Sandpits Service Station the cheapest place for unleaded near Coventry?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 9 days ago, Sandpits Service Station is the 8th cheapest of 14 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. MFG Radford, 1.0 miles away, charges 169.9p, which saves about £0.64 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 4 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
What are the opening hours of Sandpits Service Station?
Sandpits Service Station is open Monday to Thursday 06:00–21:00, Friday 06:00–22:00, Saturday 07:00–22:00, Sunday 08:00–20:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Sandpits Service Station have?
Sandpits Service Station reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), AdBlue pumps and Air pump / screenwash.
How often does Sandpits Service Station change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.