Supermarket competition in the UK

This Statista report provides insight into the supermarket landscape in the United Kingdom (UK), including data on the key players, how the leaderboard is changing, and competitive strategies.
Tesco firmly holds the top spot in the market, with its grocery market share consistently hovering around 27 percent. However, the supermarket industry is adjusting in line with consumer preferences and pressures, and the so-called “Big Four” supermarkets have seen some changes in the ranks. Specifically, discount supermarket chains Aldi and Lidl started to make a name for themselves during the period of high inflation in 2023 and are disrupting the status quo. Supermarkets’ competitive strategies are now more important than ever, and retailers must continue to adapt their offerings to the shifting needs of the UK food shopper.