Wholesale price · UK
English onion
£0.65 per case
- Last updated
- 31 August 2026
Wholesale rate for UK restaurants and food businesses, sourced from trusted suppliers and updated regularly. Free access, no commitment.
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What is English onion?
Home-grown English brown onions, sold by the case.
The kitchen workhorse for stocks, sauces, soups, frying and roasting.
English onion wholesale price in the UK
As of August 31, 2026, the wholesale quote for english onion in the UK market is about £0.65. Over the past 12 months it's ranged from £0.59 to £0.74, with a typical week landing around £0.74.
Today's number sits under the yearly norm, so it's a buyer's week on this one.
What's behind the price
UK produce moves through the wholesale markets — New Covent Garden and the regional markets — fed by British growers in season and by Spanish, Dutch and other imports out of season. That's why a case rate on english onion can shift week to week.
The yearlong trend has been easing (up about 10% over the last month). Buying what's in season is still the most reliable way to keep produce cost in check.
Per case or per kilo?
Produce is sold by the case, with a per-kilo rate shown where it helps you compare. Order on the unit that matches your prep so you're not throwing money out on shrink — perishables don't wait.
Buy by the case for the best per-kg price; store cool, dry and ventilated to prevent sprouting and rot.
Price trend
Weekly wholesale rates · last reading 31 Aug 2026
Source: weekly wholesale prices aggregated by Foodomarket (lowest reading per week).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the wholesale price of English onion in the UK today?
The latest wholesale rate for English onion is £0.65/kg, recorded 31/08/2026. Prices are sourced from local UK suppliers and updated regularly.
How much is English onion per kg wholesale?
English onion is £0.65/kg as of 31/08/2026, sold by the case at £0.65 for UK restaurants and food businesses.
Is English onion cheaper by the case?
Yes — English onion is sold by the case for restaurants and food businesses. The full case price is £0.65.
Where can I buy English onion wholesale in the UK?
Foodomarket gives independent UK restaurants access to wholesale english onion at negotiated rates, with no subscription or commitment. Create a free account to order.
How often are English onion prices updated?
Wholesale english onion prices are refreshed regularly from supplier market data. The figure shown reflects the most recent reading (31/08/2026).
Is English onion cheap or expensive right now?
As of 31/08/2026, english onion is cheaper than usual right now — about 12% below its 12-month average, so it's a good week to commit volume.
