What is the average food hygiene rating in Adur?

The average food hygiene rating in Adur is 4.81 out of 5, across 417 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How does Adur compare with the national average for food hygiene?

89.7% of rated premises in Adur hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 10.0 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Adur 36 of 328 by 5★ share (rank 1 = highest). Every figure is computed from the same real Food Standards Agency records used across this page.

How many restaurants in Adur have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

374 food businesses in Adur hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 89.7% of the 417 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.

How many food businesses in Adur have a low hygiene rating?

12 food businesses in Adur are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 1 rated 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). A low rating reflects conditions at the last inspection and may since have improved — always check the current rating at the FSA.

What does a food hygiene rating actually measure?

The FSA food hygiene rating (0–5) reflects how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises, and how well the business manages food safety, recorded at its last inspection. 5 is Very Good and 0 is Urgent Improvement Necessary. It is not a measure of food quality or taste.

Where does this Adur food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Adur (453 establishments on record, 417 rated), sourced from ratings.food.gov.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0, as of 2026-06-12. No estimates or survey data are mixed in.

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Food Hygiene Ratings in Adur

In Adur, 89.7% of 417 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.81/5. These figures cover 453 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Adur has 374 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 417 rated premises (89.7%). 12 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.

5★ share: 89.7%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +10.0 pp
National rank: 36 / 328

Ranked by 5★ share among 328 UK local authorities in our FHRS dataset (rank 1 = highest share). Both figures are computed from the same real Food Standards Agency records.

Rating distribution in Adur

5★ Very Good

374 (89.7%)

4★ Good

24 (5.8%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

7 (1.7%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

8 (1.9%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

3 (0.7%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

1 (0.2%)

Plus 10 awaiting inspection and 26 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 10 awaiting inspection and 26 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Adur: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Adur?: The average food hygiene rating in Adur is 4.81 out of 5, across 417 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Adur compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 89.7% of rated premises in Adur hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 10.0 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Adur 36 of 328 by 5★ share (rank 1 = highest). Every figure is computed from the same real Food Standards Agency records used across this page.
How many restaurants in Adur have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 374 food businesses in Adur hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 89.7% of the 417 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Adur have a low hygiene rating?: 12 food businesses in Adur are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 1 rated 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). A low rating reflects conditions at the last inspection and may since have improved — always check the current rating at the FSA.
What does a food hygiene rating actually measure?: The FSA food hygiene rating (0–5) reflects how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises, and how well the business manages food safety, recorded at its last inspection. 5 is Very Good and 0 is Urgent Improvement Necessary. It is not a measure of food quality or taste.
Where does this Adur food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Adur (453 establishments on record, 417 rated), sourced from ratings.food.gov.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0, as of 2026-06-12. No estimates or survey data are mixed in.

Top-rated places in Adur

Lancing Sailing ClubPub/bar/nightclub · Lancing Sailing Club Shopsdam Road, Lancing, West Sussex · BN15 8ES
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
The Graze EscapeOther catering premises · 90 Church Green, Shoreham-by-sea, West Sussex · BN43 6JU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
Cocoa LocoManufacturers/packers · Unit 3 38 Chartwell Road, Lancing, West Sussex · BN15 8TU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Pizza Night PlusTakeaway/sandwich shop · 14 Queens Parade North Road, Lancing, West Sussex · BN15 9BA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
The Fizzy RascalRetailers - other · 48 High Street, Shoreham-by-sea, West Sussex · BN43 5DA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Rose Petal Cake Company CaterpodMobile caterer · BN43
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Shoreham-by-Sea Bowling ClubPub/bar/nightclub · Bowling Club Pavilion Buckingham Park Upper Shoreham Road, Shoreham-by-sea, West Sussex · BN43 6BA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 May 2026
TeamSport Indoor KartingRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 2 30 Chartwell Road, Lancing, West Sussex · BN15 8TU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 May 2026
Chartwells at Shoreham Beach SchoolSchool/college/university · Shoreham Beach Primary School Shingle Road, Shoreham-by-sea, West Sussex · BN43 5RH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 May 2026
The Pantry Catering at Glebe Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · The Glebe Primary School Church Lane, Southwick, West Sussex · BN42 4GB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 May 2026
FarmersPub/bar/nightclub · The Farmers 17 South Street, Lancing, West Sussex · BN15 8AE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 April 2026
Aramark at Northbrook CollegeSchool/college/university · Greater Brighton Metropolitan College 10 Cecil Pashley Way, Lancing, West Sussex · BN43 5FF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 April 2026

Places needing improvement in Adur

Nutmegs CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 36 Kingston Broadway, Shoreham-by-sea, West Sussex · BN43 6TE
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 11 February 2026
Harmony House Nursing HomeCaring Premises · Harmony House Nursing Home 283 Old Shoreham Road, Southwick, West Sussex · BN42 4LP
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 April 2026
Brooks Bistro and Wine BarRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Restaurant William De Braose House 46 Brunswick Road, Shoreham-by-sea, West Sussex · BN43 5WB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 15 October 2025
The Bridge ShorehamPub/bar/nightclub · The Bridge Inn 87 High Street, Shoreham-by-sea, West Sussex · BN43 5DE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 1 April 2026
Bodhi’s CoffeeshopRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 2 The Green, Southwick, West Sussex · BN42 4DA
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 3 September 2025
Mulberry StoresRetailers - other · 10 Kent Close, Shoreham-by-sea, West Sussex · BN43 6LQ
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 July 2024
Taylorshaw @ Shoreham AcademySchool/college/university · Shoreham Academy 76 Kingston Lane, Shoreham-by-sea, West Sussex · BN43 6YT
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 November 2025
Adur Express convenience storeRetailers - other · 141 - 143 The Gardens, Southwick, West Sussex · BN42 4AR
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 July 2024

A low rating reflects conditions at the last inspection and may have since improved. Always check the current rating at the FSA before drawing conclusions.

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 453 real Food Standards Agency records for Adur, of which 417 carry a 0–5 hygiene rating. The average is the mean of those ratings; percentages exclude awaiting-inspection and exempt premises. No estimates or survey data are mixed in. Data as of 2026-06-12.

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Food hygiene ratings are sourced from the Food Standards Agency at ratings.food.gov.uk. Ratings reflect the most recent inspection on record and may have changed since publication.