A new survey by USDT Casino has revealed that more than two-thirds of Brits (68%) admit to stealing at the supermarket, with a third (33%) confessing they did it for the thrill, not out of financial need.
In a poll of 2,500 UK adults, respondents were asked about their history of shoplifting, self-checkout honesty, and moral justifications. The results paint a surprising picture of modern supermarket culture – and just how normalised ‘low-stakes theft’ has become.
While many cited rising food prices and cost-of-living pressures, a significant chunk admitted that affordability wasn’t the issue at all. Instead, 1 in 3 said they stole “because they could get away with it” or because “it felt exciting.”
The Top Items Brits Admit to Stealing:
- Fruit and veg – 41%
- Chewing Gum – 29%
- Toiletries – 17%
- Alcohol – 13%
- Bags for life – 9%
The majority of thefts happened at self-service tills, with many claiming it was “easier than ever” to sneak items through. Some even admitted to using “fake scans” – scanning cheaper items in place of expensive ones.
A spokesperson for USDT Casino said: “It’s a reminder that risk and reward isn’t just a casino concept – people weigh up what they think they can get away with in everyday life. This survey shows just how blurred the lines of morality can become, especially when temptation is only a barcode away.”
As debates around shoplifting and self-checkout tech continue, experts warn this data could be a wake-up call for supermarkets relying heavily on automation without oversight.
