Do you really know? How can you save money on your food bill?
Nov 16, 2025
Rising food prices have pushed households to spend an extra £600 annually. With 4.5 million tonnes of food wasted each year, effective planning is crucial for saving money and reducing waste. Buying in bulk can significantly cut costs. Shoppers are encouraged to opt for supermarket own brands and take advantage of late-day discounts on fresh produce. Meal planning and freezing near-date items also help maximize savings. Innovative apps like Olio and Too Good To Go are great tools for sharing food and snagging deals on surplus meals.
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Rising Prices And Massive Food Waste
- Food prices rose steeply, pushing the average British household to spend about £600 more per year.
- Simultaneously, 4.5 million tonnes of food are wasted annually, revealing a clear cost-and-waste problem.
Plan Shopping To Cut Checkout Costs
- Plan your shopping and organise how, when and where you buy food to cut the bill at checkout.
- Buy in bulk, choose long-lasting essentials, and prefer own-brand items to save around 30%.
Shop Smart: Look Lower And Compare Prices
- Look beyond eye-level shelves and compare brands to find cheaper own-brand alternatives.
- Shop discount stores for non-food essentials and check local markets for better prices.