UK Grocery Budget Calculator
Estimate weekly and monthly grocery costs in the UK. Compare supermarket budgets by shopping style and diet.
UK Grocery Budget Calculator
Estimate your weekly and monthly grocery costs in the UK. Calculate spending based on shopping style and eating habits.
Set Your Grocery Budget
Estimated Grocery Cost
Weekly Cost
£30–£45
/ week
Monthly Cost
£130–£195
/ month
Annual Cost
£1,560–£2,340
/ year
Daily Cost
£4–£6
/ day
Cost Breakdown
For 1 person(s), shopping at Budget (Aldi / Lidl) supermarkets with a Standard diet and Mostly cook at home pattern, the estimated weekly grocery cost is £30–£45. Monthly this works out to approximately £130–£195.
Weekly Cost by Supermarket (per person)
Estimated cost for the same basket of goods across supermarkets.
UK Grocery Saving Tips
- *Yellow sticker deals: Visit supermarkets in the evening for 30–75% off items nearing their use-by date.
- *Meal prep: Plan and prepare meals for the week on weekends to reduce waste and impulse spending.
- *Olio app: Get free surplus food from neighbours and local shops. Supermarket donations appear regularly.
- *Own-brand products: Tesco Everyday Value, Sainsbury's Basics, and similar lines are 40–60% cheaper than branded items.
- *Too Good To Go app: Buy discounted surplus food from cafes, bakeries, and supermarkets at a fraction of the price.
KRW Conversion
Monthly Cost (KRW)
₩276,038
₩220,830–₩331,245
Annual Cost (KRW)
₩3,315,000
₩2,652,000–₩3,978,000
Example Calculation
Working holidaymaker A shops at Aldi on a budget, mostly cooks at home, and follows a standard diet.
- Weekly grocery cost: approx. £30–£40
- Monthly grocery cost: approx. £130–£173
- Annual grocery cost: approx. £1,560–£2,080
By shopping at Aldi/Lidl and cooking at home, you can keep monthly grocery costs under £150.
Frequently Asked Questions
* Based on average prices for 2024–2025. Actual costs may vary depending on location, eating habits, and shopping patterns.
Results from this tool are for reference only and accuracy is not guaranteed. For important matters such as tax, visa, or legal issues, always verify with official sources or professionals. We accept no responsibility for any loss or damage arising from the use of this tool.