Supermarket tops cheap list for fifth month

Aldi has been crowned Britain’s cheapest supermarket for the fifth month running.

Shoppers paid £75.79 on average for a basket of 48 grocery items in October, according to the latest Which? price comparison.

Lidl came second on £77.68, then Asda (£84.98) and Tesco (£86.21).

Waitrose was again the most expensive at £101.17.

Reena Sewraz of Which? said: “Food prices everywhere have surged lately but, month after month, our research shows there is money to be saved on the basics at one of the cheaper supermarkets.

“Shopping around, checking grocery prices per unit, and writing a list of what you need beforehand are good ways to help you budget.”