Aldi is accelerating its presence in London with plans to open eight new stores across the capital and surrounding areas in 2026, supported by a £40 million investment, the company confirmed on 20 April 2026.
The expansion is aimed at improving access to low-cost grocery shopping in areas where residents still depend on higher-priced convenience stores or traditional full-price supermarkets for their weekly food needs.
New Aldi stores are planned for Hanworth (Twickenham Road), Willesden (High Road), Watford, Marble Arch, Hoxton, Orpington West, Epsom and Stepney Green. Alongside the new openings, existing stores in Enfield and Kilburn will also be refurbished during the year.
The retailer said the move is part of its wider UK growth strategy, as competition in the discount supermarket segment continues to intensify.
Jonathan Neale, Managing Director of National Real Estate at Aldi UK, said the expansion reflects ongoing pressure on household budgets and the need for more affordable retail options in London.
He said many parts of the capital still do not have convenient access to an Aldi store, adding that the new openings are designed to bring lower prices closer to more communities while also supporting around 200 new jobs.
Aldi has been steadily increasing its store presence inside the M25 in recent years, with new locations including Wimbledon, Fulham Broadway, Shoreditch, Uxbridge and Kentish Town. The latest investment continues that pattern of targeted urban growth, focusing on high-demand residential zones.
The expansion also comes as Aldi continues to position itself strongly on price competitiveness. The retailer was named the UK’s cheapest supermarket by consumer group Which? for the fifth consecutive year, based on monthly basket comparisons of branded and own-label products.
For the wider UK supermarket sector, the move highlights how discount retailers are continuing to push deeper into urban markets, where rental costs are higher but customer demand for value-led shopping remains strong.
Aldi said its broader UK investment plan will exceed £370 million in 2026, with new store openings expected across multiple regions beyond London.
Editor’s Note: This article is based on official information released by Aldi UK on 20 April 2026 through its press office statement. No external interpretation or additional figures have been added beyond the company’s announcement.
