Price of chippy hits record high of £15 - 10 cheapest and most expensive areas mapped

The price of a classic chippy has rocketed, spelling bad news for Brits. With rising food price inflation - and business costs, we've entered a worrying world where "fish'n'chips" could be deemed as a luxury takeaway.

What was previously considered a low-budget meal, has now risen through the roof. An analysis by BusinessComparison shows the average cost of sausage and chips has increased by around 120% since 2014, while scampi and chips and other menu favourites have also seen sharp hikes. Cod and chips - the nation's favourite order - has more than doubled in price, jumping from around £4.50 in 2014 to over £9.50 in 2025.

Separate research by equipment supplier KFE highlighted the uneven impact across the UK, with the latest data published in 2014 suggesting a "regular" fish and chips cost as little as £6.70 in West Yorkshire, while prices could reach a whopping £22.50 in London.

Philip Brennan, managing director of BusinessComparison said fish and chip shops are among the businesses hit hardest by soaring energy bills - and customers are seeing the impact on every item of the menu.

BusinessComparison's own energy consumption analysis, which assesses appliance energy costs and usage, shows fish and chip shops could be spending around £17,000 a year on energy costs alone. That comes as insolvency rates in the hospitality sector remain at historic highs.

Philip Brennan said: "Fish and chips are more than just a meal - they're part of our national identity. But behind every portion lies spiralling costs, driven particularly by energy bills, which are pushing prices higher and making it harder for small operators to survive."

Adding a message to businesses, Mr Brennan said: "Don't accept inflated bills. Switching providers can be a simple, practical step to cut costs at a time when every saving matters."

Andrew Crook, president of the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF) supported the findings but encouraged people to continue supporting their local chippy.

He said: "Whilst we have seen increases in the sale price of fish and chips, with energy costs playing a big part, it still represents great value for money compared with other food on the go options.

"Our members work hard to offer a range of portion size and alternative species to give consumers more options to suit every pocket."