Aldi has confirmed plans to open 16 new stores across the UK in the coming months. The German supermarket chain, which currently operates over 1,080 stores nationwide, will expand its footprint with new supermarkets in various areas, including Watford and Hoxton in London, Hattersley in Greater Manchester, and Balsall Common in the West Midlands.
Long-Term Ambition
The chain stated that the upcoming openings are part of its long-term ambition to operate 1,500 stores in the UK. This update follows the opening of Aldi’s new Salford Quays store in May and is part of a planned £370 million investment in new stores this year.
Investment and Impact
Aldi has also opened a £500 million distribution centre in Leicestershire. Jonathan Neale, managing director of National Real Estate at Aldi UK, commented: “At Aldi, we’re committed to making high-quality, affordable food accessible to everyone, which is why we continue to invest in expanding our store network across the UK.” He added: “Our £370 million investment in new stores this year will help us bring Aldi’s unbeatable value to even more communities, supporting local economies through our industry-leading pay for colleagues.”
Full List of New Locations
Aldi did not share specific opening dates for the new branches, but the confirmed sites include:
- Hattersley, Greater Manchester
- Newport, Isle of Wight
- Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham
- Newport, South Wales
- Orpington, London
- Hoxton, London
- Ashford, Kent
- Watford, London
- Rayleigh, Essex
- Balsall Common, West Midlands
- Marble Arch, London
- Malton, North Yorkshire
- Port Talbot, Wales
- Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
- Wigan, Greater Manchester
- Sudbury, Suffolk
Pay Increases for Staff
In April, store assistants at Aldi's UK branches saw their pay increase to £13.50 per hour nationally, with those working inside the M25 receiving £14.88. These pay rates rise to £14.47 and £15.20 respectively based on length of service. Aldi said at the time that the change would benefit 28,000 hourly-paid store workers. Other major retailers that increased hourly pay in 2026 include Sainsbury's, Primark, and John Lewis.
