What is the average food hygiene rating in Bolton?

The average food hygiene rating in Bolton is 4.19 out of 5, across 2,177 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

55.5% of rated premises in Bolton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 24.2 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Bolton 323 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 Bolton have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

1,208 food businesses in Bolton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 55.5% of the 2,177 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.

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

185 food businesses in Bolton are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 10 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 Bolton food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Bolton (2,363 establishments on record, 2,177 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 Bolton

In Bolton, 55.5% of 2,177 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.19/5. These figures cover 2,363 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Bolton has 1,208 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 2,177 rated premises (55.5%). 185 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.

5★ share: 55.5%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: -24.2 pp
National rank: 323 / 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 Bolton

5★ Very Good

1,208 (55.5%)

4★ Good

472 (21.7%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

312 (14.3%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

76 (3.5%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

99 (4.5%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

10 (0.5%)

Plus 186 awaiting inspection and 0 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 186 awaiting inspection and 0 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Bolton: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Bolton?: The average food hygiene rating in Bolton is 4.19 out of 5, across 2,177 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Bolton compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 55.5% of rated premises in Bolton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 24.2 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Bolton 323 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 Bolton have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 1,208 food businesses in Bolton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 55.5% of the 2,177 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Bolton have a low hygiene rating?: 185 food businesses in Bolton are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 10 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 Bolton food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Bolton (2,363 establishments on record, 2,177 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 Bolton

Top-rated places in Bolton

Bradshaw Conservative ClubPub/bar/nightclub · Lea Gate, Bolton · BL2 3ET
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
ChampionsRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 252 Chorley Old Road, Bolton · BL1 4JE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
The Beer SchoolPub/bar/nightclub · 88 Market Street, Westhoughton, Bolton · BL5 3AZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Bridge CoffeeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 109 Bradford Street, Bolton · BL2 1JX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 31 May 2026
The RoundhousePub/bar/nightclub · Kenton Close, Bolton · BL1 3TZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 31 May 2026
Krishna TempleManufacturers/packers · Krishna Temple, Beverley Road, Bolton · BL1 4DT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 May 2026
Steak FuelTakeaway/sandwich shop · Unit 1, Warburton Street, Bolton · BL1 8HE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
FRYOLOGYRetailers - other · The Wheelgate, Loxham Street, Bolton · BL3 2PZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Senior Solutions (Winifred Kettle)Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Winifred Kettle House, Washacre, Westhoughton, Bolton · BL5 2NG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Poppin & Flossin FountainsOther catering premises · 258 Park Road, Westhoughton, Bolton · BL5 3HL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Romok's KitchenOther catering premises · BL3
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Lindsay's Homemade BakesRetailers - other · 21 Langham Close, Bolton · BL1 7RA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Bolton

Gafoor GrocersManufacturers/packers · 140 Deane Road, Bolton · BL3 5DL
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 1 December 2025
MurshidRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 199 Derby Street, Bolton · BL3 6JT
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 November 2025
Shama NazaraRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 284 St Helens Road, Bolton · BL3 3PZ
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 2 February 2026
Mister Softee Ice Cream Van P589 GOVMobile caterer · BL2
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 26 July 2022
Pop StarTakeaway/sandwich shop · 15 Bradshawgate, Bolton · BL1 1EL
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 September 2025
Rizwana Taste Of HomeRetailers - other · BL3
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 October 2025
Corner ShopRetailers - other · Ground Floor, 319 Halliwell Road, Bolton · BL1 3PF
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 April 2026
Pure PowerhouseRetailers - other · Haslam House, 105A Chorley Old Road, Bolton · BL1 3AS
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 March 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 2,363 real Food Standards Agency records for Bolton, of which 2,177 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.