What is the average food hygiene rating in Bridgend?

The average food hygiene rating in Bridgend is 4.63 out of 5, across 1,202 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

72.8% of rated premises in Bridgend hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 6.9 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Bridgend 257 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 Bridgend have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

875 food businesses in Bridgend hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 72.8% of the 1,202 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.

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

17 food businesses in Bridgend 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 Bridgend food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Bridgend (1,341 establishments on record, 1,202 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 Bridgend

In Bridgend, 72.8% of 1,202 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.63/5. These figures cover 1,341 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Bridgend has 875 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 1,202 rated premises (72.8%). 17 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.

5★ share: 72.8%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: -6.9 pp
National rank: 257 / 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 Bridgend

5★ Very Good

875 (72.8%)

4★ Good

228 (19%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

82 (6.8%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

10 (0.8%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

7 (0.6%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 78 awaiting inspection and 61 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 78 awaiting inspection and 61 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Bridgend: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Bridgend?: The average food hygiene rating in Bridgend is 4.63 out of 5, across 1,202 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Bridgend compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 72.8% of rated premises in Bridgend hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 6.9 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Bridgend 257 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 Bridgend have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 875 food businesses in Bridgend hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 72.8% of the 1,202 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Bridgend have a low hygiene rating?: 17 food businesses in Bridgend 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 Bridgend food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Bridgend (1,341 establishments on record, 1,202 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 Bridgend

Nisa LocalRetailers - other · Trecco Bay Caravan Park, Newton, Porthcawl, Bridgend · CF36 5NG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Sainsbury'sRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Sainsbury's, Cefn Hirgoed, Bridgend · CF32 9ST
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
The Boat House Fish BarRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 36 Esplanade, Porthcawl, Bridgend · CF36 3YR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
The Cantonese TakeawayTakeaway/sandwich shop · Cantonese Take Away 26 New Road, Porthcawl, Bridgend · CF36 5DN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
The WaterfrontRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 27 - 30 Esplanade, Porthcawl, Bridgend · CF36 3YR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Cross Inn (Maesteg) LtdManufacturers/packers · The Cross Inn Maesteg Road, Cwmfelin, Maesteg, Bridgend · CF34 9LB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Iced Cake ParlourRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 13 Talbot Street, Maesteg, Bridgend · CF34 9BT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
StarbucksRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Sarn Park Motorway Services, Bridgend · CF32 9SY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Heathfields Residential HomesCaring Premises · Heathfields Residential House 27 Merthyr Mawr Road, Bridgend · CF31 3NN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Oaklands Residential HomeCaring Premises · The Oaklands 2 Oaklands Drive, Bridgend · CF31 4SH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Bright Beginnings NurseryCaring Premises · 1 Florence Street, Nottage, Porthcawl, Bridgend · CF36 3PF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
Pinehurst Rest HomeCaring Premises · 22 - 24 Esplanade Avenue, Porthcawl, Bridgend · CF36 3YU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Bridgend

Beehive StoresRetailers - other · 1 Picton Street, Nantyffyllon, Maesteg, Bridgend · CF34 0EW
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 27 February 2026
Best One VapeRetailers - other · Ground Floor 72 Bridgend Road, Aberkenfig, Bridgend · CF32 9AP
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 2 October 2025
Prince BaltiTakeaway/sandwich shop · Prince Of Wales 87 Bridgend Road, Aberkenfig, Bridgend · CF32 9BA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 June 2025
Bettws Stores - PremierRetailers - other · The Old Post Bettws Road, Bettws, Bridgend · CF32 8TB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 February 2025
The Bone CartelRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Gwendoline Court Lias Road, Porthcawl, Bridgend
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 April 2026
Subway / Bargain Booze PlusRetailers - other · 142 Commercial Street, Maesteg, Bridgend · CF34 9DW
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 June 2025
Jersey BakeryRetailers - other · 93 Bridgend Road, Aberkenfig, Bridgend · CF32 9BA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 April 2026
Classic African Food StoreRetailers - other · 5 Wyndham House Wyndham Street, Bridgend · CF31 1EF
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 August 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 1,341 real Food Standards Agency records for Bridgend, of which 1,202 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.