What is the average food hygiene rating in Blackpool?

The average food hygiene rating in Blackpool is 4.65 out of 5, across 1,669 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

78.6% of rated premises in Blackpool hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 1.1 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Blackpool 195 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 Blackpool have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

1,311 food businesses in Blackpool hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 78.6% of the 1,669 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 20 May 2026.

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

45 food businesses in Blackpool are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 0 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 Blackpool food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Blackpool (1,671 establishments on record, 1,669 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 Blackpool

In Blackpool, 78.6% of 1,669 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.65/5. These figures cover 1,671 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Blackpool has 1,311 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 1,669 rated premises (78.6%). 45 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 20 May 2026.

5★ share: 78.6%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: -1.1 pp
National rank: 195 / 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 Blackpool

5★ Very Good

1,311 (78.6%)

4★ Good

193 (11.6%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

120 (7.2%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

22 (1.3%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

23 (1.4%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 2 awaiting inspection and 0 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 2 awaiting inspection and 0 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Blackpool: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Blackpool?: The average food hygiene rating in Blackpool is 4.65 out of 5, across 1,669 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Blackpool compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 78.6% of rated premises in Blackpool hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 1.1 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Blackpool 195 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 Blackpool have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 1,311 food businesses in Blackpool hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 78.6% of the 1,669 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 20 May 2026.
How many food businesses in Blackpool have a low hygiene rating?: 45 food businesses in Blackpool are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 0 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 Blackpool food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Blackpool (1,671 establishments on record, 1,669 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.

Food hygiene ratings by area in Blackpool

FY1919 places · 75.8% 5★

Top-rated places in Blackpool

The Co-OperativeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 17-19 Abingdon Street, Blackpool · FY1 1DG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
Bennett's BakeryTakeaway/sandwich shop · 517 Lytham Road, Blackpool · FY4 1TE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Nisa LocalRetailers - other · 269-271 Devonshire Road, Blackpool · FY2 0TN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
The Velvet CoasterPub/bar/nightclub · 501-507 Promenade, Blackpool · FY4 1BA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Bispham GardensCaring Premises · Glenholme Healthcare Ryscar Way, Blackpool · FY2 0FN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Froth Me Silly 2 WX20 EOAMobile caterer · Private Address, Registered with local authority: Blackpool Council · FY1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Llanryan HouseHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · 37 Reads Avenue, Blackpool · FY1 4DD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Tasty Treats: The Nag’s HeadMobile caterer · Private Address, Registered with local authority: Blackpool Council · FY1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Wellington HotelHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · 1 Wellington Road, Blackpool · FY1 6AR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Chaps HotelHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · 9-11 Cocker Street, Blackpool · FY1 1SF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
Eleven Bar & RestaurantRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Eleven 343-347 Promenade, Blackpool · FY1 6BJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
Sams ChippyTakeaway/sandwich shop · 50A Dickson Road, Blackpool · FY1 2AJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Blackpool

Shawarma TrendRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 73-75 Church Street, Blackpool · FY1 1HU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 September 2025
Café (Lytham Road)Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 49-51 Lytham Road, Blackpool · FY1 6DU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 25 April 2025
Coffee AmericanoRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Ground Floor 59-61 Abingdon Street, Blackpool · FY1 1DH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 August 2025
Central Mini MarketRetailers - other · 160 Central Drive, Blackpool · FY1 5EA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 November 2025
PremierRetailers - other · Store 15 Station Terrace, Blackpool · FY4 1HT
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 27 August 2025
Bootleg SocialPub/bar/nightclub · 30-36 Topping Street, Blackpool · FY1 3AQ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 September 2019
Lytham LocalRetailers - other · 118 Lytham Road, Blackpool · FY1 6DZ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 12 March 2026
Pembroke Guest HouseHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · 17 Banks Street, Blackpool · FY1 1RN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 8 October 2025

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 1,671 real Food Standards Agency records for Blackpool, of which 1,669 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.