an @ONS graph - Consumer spending patterns have changed as prices rise because of business challenges

The Opinion and Lifestyle Survey (OPN) asked adults about changes in their cost of living over the last month. In March 2022, 87% of respondents reported that their cost of living had increased (a rise from 62% when this question was first asked in November 2021). Of those adults who said their cost of living had increased, 31% reported spending less on food shopping and essentials.