Supermarkets in Fareham
Where to do your weekly shop in and around Fareham
Fareham is well served by supermarkets, with all the major chains represented within the borough. The choice is broad enough that most residents can do their main shop without travelling far, and the competition between stores keeps prices in line with national averages.
Tesco has a large Extra store at Fareham Reach on the Southampton Road, which is the biggest supermarket in the immediate area. It carries a full range of groceries, clothing, electricals, and homeware. The store is accessible from the A27 and has extensive parking. Tesco also has an Express on the Gosport Road for convenience shopping, and a further Express near the town centre.
Sainsbury's anchors the Locks Heath Shopping Village, serving the western side of the borough. It is a mid-sized store with a good grocery range and a petrol station. Sainsbury's Local stores are found in several locations across the borough for top-up shopping.
Waitrose has a store in Park Gate, which draws a slightly different demographic and offers the range of quality and speciality products that the Waitrose brand is known for. The store is medium-sized and serves the Park Gate and Swanwick area.
Asda has a superstore at Fareham Reach, close to the Tesco. The two stores are within sight of each other, which makes price comparison straightforward for those inclined to check. Lidl and Aldi both have stores in the borough, reflecting the growth of the discount sector that has reshaped British grocery shopping. Lidl is on Newgate Lane, and Aldi is on the Gosport Road corridor.
M&S Food has a presence at Whiteley Shopping Centre, serving the northern part of the borough alongside the Tesco Extra at Whiteley. The M&S offer focuses on ready meals, quality produce, and the kind of mid-range convenience food that the chain does well.
For those who prefer not to drive to the larger stores, the town centre has a small Tesco Metro and there are convenience stores (Co-op, McColls, independents) across the residential areas. These are adequate for top-up shopping, bread, milk, and essentials, but limited for a full weekly shop.
Online grocery delivery covers the Fareham area comprehensively. Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, and Ocado all deliver, with time slots generally available with a few days' notice. This has become a significant part of the grocery market, particularly since 2020, and many Fareham households now mix online delivery with occasional in-store visits. Click-and-collect services are also available at several stores for those who prefer to order online but collect in person.