What is the average food hygiene rating in BA1?

The average food hygiene rating in the BA1 postcode area of Bath and North East Somerset is 4.52 out of 5, across 632 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How many restaurants in BA1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

433 food businesses in the BA1 postcode area of Bath and North East Somerset hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 68.5% of the 632 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

How many food businesses in BA1 have a low hygiene rating?

13 food businesses in the BA1 postcode area of Bath and North East Somerset 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 BA1 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the BA1 postcode area of Bath and North East Somerset (691 establishments on record, 632 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 BA1

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the BA1 postcode area of Bath and North East Somerset hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.52/5, with 68.5% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 691 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

BA1 (Bath and North East Somerset) has 433 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 632 rated premises (68.5%). 13 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

Rating distribution in BA1

5★ Very Good

433 (68.5%)

4★ Good

113 (17.9%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

73 (11.6%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

8 (1.3%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

4 (0.6%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

1 (0.2%)

Plus 2 awaiting inspection and 57 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in BA1: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in BA1?: The average food hygiene rating in the BA1 postcode area of Bath and North East Somerset is 4.52 out of 5, across 632 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How many restaurants in BA1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 433 food businesses in the BA1 postcode area of Bath and North East Somerset hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 68.5% of the 632 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.
How many food businesses in BA1 have a low hygiene rating?: 13 food businesses in the BA1 postcode area of Bath and North East Somerset 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 BA1 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the BA1 postcode area of Bath and North East Somerset (691 establishments on record, 632 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 BA1

Picnic Canteen - Bath (Home Caterer)Other catering premises · BA1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Nando's Chicken Land LtdRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 4 Nandos, Kingsmead Leisure Complex, 5 - 10 James Street West, City Centre · BA1 2BX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Schwartz BrosTakeaway/sandwich shop · 4 Sawclose, City Centre, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset · BA1 1EY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
PizzarellaTakeaway/sandwich shop · 15 Chelsea Road, Newbridge, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset · BA1 3DU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
WagamamaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Wagamama 1 York Buildings, George Street, City Centre, Bath · BA1 2EB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
The Sepoy ClubRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 1 York Buildings, George Street, City Centre, Bath · BA1 2EB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
GreggsRetailers - other · 10 Southgate Street, Bath · BA1 1AQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Cosy Club BathRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Cosy Club, 20 Southgate Place, Bath · BA1 1AP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 May 2026
Robbie's PlaiceTakeaway/sandwich shop · 227 London Road East, Batheaston, Bath · BA1 7NB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Cafe WRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 4 - 5 Milsom Street, City Centre, Bath · BA1 1DA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Lansdown Golf ClubPub/bar/nightclub · Lansdown Road, Charlcombe, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset · BA1 9BT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Five GuysOther catering premises · 8 Sawclose, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset · BA1 3EY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026

Places needing improvement in BA1

CoffeverRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 14 Northumberland Place, City Centre, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset · BA1 5AR
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 March 2025
RobunRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 4 Princes Buildings, City Centre, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset · BA1 2ED
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 February 2026
The Second Bridge NightclubPub/bar/nightclub · 10 Manvers Street, Bath · BA1 1JQ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 April 2025
Istanbul International Food CentreRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Unit 2, Westpoint, Avon Street, City Centre · BA1 1UN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 March 2026
Carter And PhiriRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 32 Barton Street, City Centre, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset · BA1 1HH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 June 2025
Bath On The BeachPub/bar/nightclub · Excel Tennis Centre, Royal Victoria Park Pavilion, Royal Avenue, City Centre · BA1 2NR
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 1 July 2025
SparRetailers - other · 2 Battle Walk, Lansdown, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset · BA1 9AX
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 July 2025
Uvin GroceriesRetailers - other · 3 - 4 Cork Place, Upper Bristol Road, Lower Weston, Bath · BA1 3BB
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 January 2026

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 691 real Food Standards Agency records for the BA1 postcode area, of which 632 carry a 0–5 hygiene rating. The average is the mean of those ratings; percentages exclude awaiting-inspection and exempt premises. 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.