This page has a brief overview of notable UK food retail statistics, updated in 2024 from a range of sources.
Value of Fruit and Vegetable Sales
- Fruit Sales: The UK fruit market was valued at approximately £5.5 billion in 2023.
- Vegetable Sales: The UK vegetable market was valued at approximately £8 billion in 2023.
Market Share of Major Supermarkets
Below is a table showing the market share of the major supermarkets in the UK as of 2023:
| Supermarket | Market Share (%) |
|---|---|
| Tesco | 27.1 |
| Sainsbury’s | 14.9 |
| Asda | 13.8 |
| Morrisons | 9.6 |
| Aldi | 8.8 |
| Lidl | 6.4 |
| Co-operative | 6.0 |
| Waitrose | 5.1 |
| Iceland | 2.3 |
| Other | 6.0 |
Other Key Statistics
- Total Grocery Market Size: The UK grocery market is valued at approximately £200 billion as of 2023.
- Online Grocery Sales: Online grocery sales account for around 12% of the total grocery market, valued at approximately £24 billion.
- Number of Supermarkets: There are over 11,000 supermarket outlets in the UK.
- Average Household Spending on Food: The average UK household spends around £63 per week on food and non-alcoholic drinks.
- Top-Selling Grocery Products: Milk, bread, and fresh produce are consistently among the top-selling grocery products.
- Food Inflation Rate: The food inflation rate in the UK has fluctuated but was around 3.5% in 2023.
These statistics provide an overview of the current state of the UK food sector, highlighting key areas such as market value, supermarket market shares, and consumer spending habits.
