What is the average food hygiene rating in Bradford?

The average food hygiene rating in Bradford is 4.56 out of 5, across 4,063 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

72% of rated premises in Bradford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 7.7 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Bradford 266 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 Bradford have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

2,924 food businesses in Bradford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 72% of the 4,063 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

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

148 food businesses in Bradford are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 4 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 Bradford food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Bradford (4,624 establishments on record, 4,063 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 Bradford

In Bradford, 72% of 4,063 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.56/5. These figures cover 4,624 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Bradford has 2,924 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 4,063 rated premises (72%). 148 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

5★ share: 72%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: -7.7 pp
National rank: 266 / 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 Bradford

5★ Very Good

2,924 (72%)

4★ Good

691 (17%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

300 (7.4%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

103 (2.5%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

41 (1%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

4 (0.1%)

Plus 399 awaiting inspection and 162 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 399 awaiting inspection and 162 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Bradford: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Bradford?: The average food hygiene rating in Bradford is 4.56 out of 5, across 4,063 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Bradford compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 72% of rated premises in Bradford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 7.7 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Bradford 266 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 Bradford have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 2,924 food businesses in Bradford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 72% of the 4,063 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Bradford have a low hygiene rating?: 148 food businesses in Bradford are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 4 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 Bradford food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Bradford (4,624 establishments on record, 4,063 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 Bradford

BD7405 places · 63.7% 5★

Top-rated places in Bradford

FM Catering Services at Crossley Hall Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · Thornton Road, Bradford · BD8 0HJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Deli PlazaTakeaway/sandwich shop · 6 Bradford Plaza, Rushton Avenue, Bradford · BD3 8EG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
Chez RobertOther catering premises · BD9
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
Bhiz BakesOther catering premises · Apartment 2, 2 Eldon Place, Manningham, Bradford · BD1 3AL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
Oakworth Convenience StoreRetailers - other · 142 Lane Ends, Colne Road, Oakworth, Keighley · BD22 7PR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Domino's PizzaTakeaway/sandwich shop · 4 Springs Pavement, Springs Lane, Ilkley · LS29 8HD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Mr FendersTakeaway/sandwich shop · 157 Woodroyd Road, Bradford · BD5 8BA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
SS CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 160 Clayton Road, Bradford · BD7 2RD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
The Ticket OfficePub/bar/nightclub · Unit 11 Station Plaza, Station Road, Ilkley · LS29 8HF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Beckside FisheriesTakeaway/sandwich shop · 1 Main Street, Cottingley, Bingley · BD16 1SE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Nibble & Brew Horse BoxMobile caterer · BD18
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Bradford Halal Meat StoreRetailers - other · 21a Woodale Avenue, Bradford · BD9 6JQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026

Places needing improvement in Bradford

Continental Food StoresRetailers - other · 5 Spencer Street, Keighley · BD21 2BT
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 February 2025
Desi KhanaTakeaway/sandwich shop · 930 Leeds Road, Bradford · BD3 8EZ
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 August 2025
Saffron PastriesManufacturers/packers · West End Works, Westend Street, Bradford · BD1 2PN
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 April 2026
Butt Karahi BradfordRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 1362-1364 Leeds Road, Bradford · BD3 8ND
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 February 2026
Evettes One Love Caribbean CuisineTakeaway/sandwich shop · 31 Arctic Parade, Bradford · BD7 3EY
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 22 January 2026
Cha Cha Chai BradfordRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 1372 Leeds Road, Bradford · BD3 8NE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 May 2025
Norwood House Nursing HomeCaring Premises · Greenthwaite Close, Keighley · BD20 6DZ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 November 2025
Burak Food StoreRetailers - other · 150-152 Toller Lane, Bradford · BD9 5JE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 May 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 4,624 real Food Standards Agency records for Bradford, of which 4,063 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.