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Petrol prices in South Shields

Unleaded from 153.9p a litre, averaging 158.1p across 5 stations we track in South Shields.

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At a glance

Stations tracked: 5
Local areas: 1
Cheapest unleaded: 153.9p
Cheapest diesel: 173.9p

Data updated 2 days ago

Petrol prices in South Shields rarely move as one. A forecourt on a busy through road and one tucked behind a retail park can be several pence apart on the same morning.

The 5 petrol stations we monitor in South Shields report their prices directly to the government scheme, so the figures here are what the pumps are charging rather than an estimate.

Filling at the cheapest forecourt in South Shields rather than an average one saves about 4.2p a litre, or around £2.10 a tank.

For diesel drivers, the cheapest diesel in South Shields is 173.9p a litre at the moment, with the town averaging 178.9p.

Below you will find today's cheapest forecourts in South Shields, plus average and highest prices so you can judge whether a detour is worth it.

Fuel prices South Shields - today’s snapshot

We track 5 active petrol stations in and around South Shields with recent prices. (Data updated 2 days ago)

Lowest reported petrol price: 153.9p at Asda near NE33 1AZ, South Shields.

Unleaded petrol (E10)

Lowest price: 153.9p
Average price: 158.1p
Highest price: 163.9p
Spread: 10.0p across 5 sites

Diesel (B7)

Lowest price: 173.9p
Average price: 178.9p
Highest price: 185.9p
Spread: 12.0p across 5 sites

Premium petrol (E5)

Lowest price: 166.9p
Average price: 176.2p
Highest price: 184.9p
Spread: 18.0p across 3 sites

Premium diesel

Lowest price: 196.9p
Average price: 197.2p
Highest price: 197.9p
Spread: 1.0p across 3 sites

Figures cover stations reporting to the official CMA price feed within the last 30 days. We exclude obvious reporting errors - prices given in pounds rather than pence, retailer test records, and premium grades priced below the standard grade - so the averages reflect what you can actually pay.

Fuel brands in South Shields

Esso (2) Asda (1) Boldon Lane Service Station (1) Gulf (1)

Cheapest petrol stations in South Shields

Petrol and diesel prices South Shields, sorted by unleaded so the cheapest petrol is first. Open any station for its price history and nearby comparison.

Station	Local area	Petrol	Diesel
Asda Coronation Street, South Shields NE33 1AZ	South Shields	153.9p	173.9p
Esso 12, Moor Lane, South Shields South Shields NE34 6BZ	South Shields	156.9p	176.9p
Esso Crossgates, South Shields NE33 5QX	South Shields	157.9p	177.9p
Gulf King George Road, South Shields NE34 8AQ	South Shields	157.9p	179.9p
Boldon Lane Service Station South Shields NE34 0NB	South Shields	163.9p	185.9p

Wider area

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Places nearby

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Newcastle upon Tyne 25 stations from 158.9p Sunderland 18 stations from 151.9p Middlesbrough 13 stations from 156.9p County Durham 13 stations from 154.9p Northumberland 11 stations from 158.9p Darlington 11 stations from 159.9p Gateshead 11 stations from 155.9p Stockton-on-Tees 9 stations from 158.7p Hartlepool 8 stations from 154.6p Tynemouth 7 stations from 157.9p Blaydon 7 stations from 157.9p Bishop Auckland 6 stations from 154.9p Durham 6 stations from 158.9p Jarrow 5 stations from 153.9p Ashington 4 stations from 161.9p Washington 4 stations from 161.9p Blyth 4 stations from 160.9p Berwick-upon-Tweed 4 stations from 159.7p Thornaby-on-Tees 4 stations from 158.7p Eston 4 stations from 156.9p Billingham 3 stations from 157.9p Consett 3 stations from 157.9p Dudley (North East England) 3 stations from 161.9p

Common questions about fuel in South Shields

What is the latest reported petrol price in South Shields?

The latest reported petrol prices in South Shields run from 153.9p to 163.9p per litre, with an average of 158.1p across 5 stations. The lowest unleaded price we can see is 153.9p at ASDA near NE33 1AZ.

What is the latest reported diesel price in South Shields?

The latest reported diesel prices in South Shields run from 173.9p to 185.9p per litre, with an average of 178.9p across 5 stations.

How many stations do you track around South Shields?

We currently track 5 active petrol stations in and around South Shields. Prices are refreshed from the official CMA fuel price feed throughout the day.

Where is the cheapest petrol in South Shields?

The cheapest petrol in South Shields we can currently see is 153.9p a litre at ASDA near NE33 1AZ. That is 4.2p below the local average of 158.1p.

How many petrol stations are there in South Shields?

We track 5 petrol stations in and around South Shields with recent prices, including Esso, Asda, Boldon Lane Service Station. Each one is listed with its latest unleaded and diesel price.

How do I compare stations near South Shields?

Open the map to compare stations near South Shields and work out which stop makes sense for your route. You can sort by price or distance and filter to supermarket forecourts only.

Is it cheaper to fill up with petrol or diesel in South Shields?

Diesel currently averages 20.8p more per litre than unleaded in South Shields, at 178.9p against 158.1p. That gap changes with wholesale costs, so it is worth checking before a big fill.

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