What is the average food hygiene rating in Bolsover?

The average food hygiene rating in Bolsover is 4.77 out of 5, across 692 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

85.8% of rated premises in Bolsover hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 6.1 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Bolsover 96 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 Bolsover have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

594 food businesses in Bolsover hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 85.8% of the 692 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

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

12 food businesses in Bolsover 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 Bolsover food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Bolsover (747 establishments on record, 692 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 Bolsover

In Bolsover, 85.8% of 692 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.77/5. These figures cover 747 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Bolsover has 594 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 692 rated premises (85.8%). 12 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

5★ share: 85.8%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +6.1 pp
National rank: 96 / 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 Bolsover

5★ Very Good

594 (85.8%)

4★ Good

58 (8.4%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

28 (4%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

4 (0.6%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

8 (1.2%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 26 awaiting inspection and 29 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 26 awaiting inspection and 29 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Bolsover: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Bolsover?: The average food hygiene rating in Bolsover is 4.77 out of 5, across 692 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Bolsover compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 85.8% of rated premises in Bolsover hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 6.1 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Bolsover 96 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 Bolsover have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 594 food businesses in Bolsover hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 85.8% of the 692 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Bolsover have a low hygiene rating?: 12 food businesses in Bolsover 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 Bolsover food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Bolsover (747 establishments on record, 692 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 Bolsover

Alan Couldwell Coffee CaddyRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · S43
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Anna's Kitchen BakesOther catering premises · DE55
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
The Salvation ArmyOther catering premises · Church Street, Clowne, Chesterfield · S43 4JS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Park School FederationSchool/college/university · Park Infant And Nursery School, Orchard Close, Shirebrook, Mansfield · NG20 8JX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Tiny TownRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 5 Tallys End, Barlborough, Chesterfield · S43 4WP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026
The Sweet SpotRetailers - other · DE55
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
The Gourmet Burger And The Sandwich ChefsRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 2A North Road, Clowne, Chesterfield · S43 4PF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Tiny Tots Day NurseryCaring Premises · Gloves Lane, Blackwell, Alfreton · DE55 5JJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
Mark TimmermanRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Shirebrook Academy School, Common Lane, Shirebrook, Mansfield · NG20 8QF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 22 May 2026
Peri Pollo PizzaTakeaway/sandwich shop · 41C Mill Street, Clowne, Chesterfield · S43 4JN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Mr Whippy Ice CreamMobile caterer
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
The Traditional Mushy Pea StallMobile caterer · NG16
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Bolsover

J S Mann And SonsRetailers - other · 82 Moorfield Avenue, Bolsover, Chesterfield · S44 6EL
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 September 2025
Ashlea ClubPub/bar/nightclub · Ashlea Social Club, Ashlea Green, Clowne, Chesterfield · S43 4NS
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 3 September 2025
Bolsover Service StationRetailers - other · High Street Garage, High Street, Bolsover, Chesterfield · S44 6HF
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 September 2025
New Houghton Community HubRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 7A Rotherham Road, New Houghton, Mansfield · NG19 8TA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 22 October 2025
AshleysManufacturers/packers · 7 Welbeck Street, Whitwell, Worksop · S80 4TE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 14 January 2026
Delicatessen PolskiRetailers - other · 30 - 34 Victoria Street, Shirebrook, Mansfield · NG20 8AQ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 18 November 2025
Roses StoreRetailers - other · 203 Warren Terrace, Main Street, Shirebrook, Mansfield · NG20 8DT
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 December 2025
Virk StoresRetailers - other · 32 Elmton Road, Creswell, Worksop · S80 4ES
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 January 2026

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 747 real Food Standards Agency records for Bolsover, of which 692 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.