What is the average food hygiene rating in Boston?

The average food hygiene rating in Boston is 4.79 out of 5, across 576 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

88.2% of rated premises in Boston hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 8.5 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Boston 57 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 Boston have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

508 food businesses in Boston hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 88.2% of the 576 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.

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

11 food businesses in Boston are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 3 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 Boston food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Boston (637 establishments on record, 576 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 Boston

In Boston, 88.2% of 576 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.79/5. These figures cover 637 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Boston has 508 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 576 rated premises (88.2%). 11 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.

5★ share: 88.2%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +8.5 pp
National rank: 57 / 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 Boston

5★ Very Good

508 (88.2%)

4★ Good

36 (6.3%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

21 (3.6%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

4 (0.7%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

4 (0.7%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

3 (0.5%)

Plus 37 awaiting inspection and 24 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 37 awaiting inspection and 24 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Boston: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Boston?: The average food hygiene rating in Boston is 4.79 out of 5, across 576 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Boston compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 88.2% of rated premises in Boston hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 8.5 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Boston 57 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 Boston have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 508 food businesses in Boston hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 88.2% of the 576 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Boston have a low hygiene rating?: 11 food businesses in Boston are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 3 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 Boston food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Boston (637 establishments on record, 576 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 Boston

PE21443 places · 86.4% 5★

Top-rated places in Boston

Bocian Deli LtdRetailers - other · 43 West Street, Boston · PE21 8QN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
Little Chiefs Day NurseryCaring Premises · 2 Resolution Close, Boston · PE21 7TT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
The Chain BridgeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · The Chain Bridge, Swineshead Road, Wyberton · PE21 7JE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
Sandhills Day NurseryCaring Premises · Sandhills Day Nursery Boston West Business Centre, Sleaford Road, Boston · PE21 8EG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
Bramble HallSchool/college/university · Station Road, Sutterton · PE20 2JH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
Hawthorn Tree Community Children's CentreCaring Premises · Hawthorn Tree Children's Community Centre, Toot Lane, Fishtoft · PE21 0PT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
Riverside Early YearsCaring Premises · Riverside Play Group, Witham Bank East, Boston · PE21 9JU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
Avocet House Care HomeCaring Premises · Parkes Lane, The Quadrant · PE21 7NT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Smiley Faces ChildcareCaring Premises · 10 Grove Street West, Boston · PE21 6TL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
The Wheatsheaf Bar and GrillPub/bar/nightclub · Wheatsheaf Inn, Station Road, Hubberts Bridge · PE20 3QR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Hunters CreekCaring Premises · 130 London Road, Boston · PE21 7HB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
Norton TeaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · London Road, Boston · PE21 7EN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Boston

Taste of HomeRetailers - other · 97 West Street, Boston · PE21 8RE
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 December 2025
Kirton CottageRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 15 High Street, Kirton · PE20 1DR
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 January 2026
The Four Cross Roads InnPub/bar/nightclub · Four Cross Roads Inn, Swineshead Road, Frampton Holme · PE20 1SF
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 March 2026
European Market 2Retailers - other · European Market 2, 47 West Street, Boston · PE21 8QN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 25 February 2026
Kirton Pizza and Kebab HouseTakeaway/sandwich shop · 22 High Street, Kirton · PE20 1EG
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 March 2026
Kings ArmsPub/bar/nightclub · Kings Arms, 13 Horncastle Road, Boston · PE21 9BU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 1 November 2024
Supreme InnsHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · Supreme Inn, Donington Road, Bicker · PE20 3AN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 31 March 2026
C DunhamRetailers - other · 17 London Road, Boston · PE21 8AG
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 14 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 637 real Food Standards Agency records for Boston, of which 576 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.