What is the average food hygiene rating in Broadland?

The average food hygiene rating in Broadland is 4.83 out of 5, across 895 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

87.8% of rated premises in Broadland hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 8.1 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Broadland 62 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 Broadland have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

786 food businesses in Broadland hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 87.8% of the 895 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

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

14 food businesses in Broadland 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 Broadland food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Broadland (949 establishments on record, 895 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 Broadland

In Broadland, 87.8% of 895 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.83/5. These figures cover 949 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Broadland has 786 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 895 rated premises (87.8%). 14 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

5★ share: 87.8%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +8.1 pp
National rank: 62 / 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 Broadland

5★ Very Good

786 (87.8%)

4★ Good

82 (9.2%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

13 (1.5%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

12 (1.3%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

2 (0.2%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 23 awaiting inspection and 31 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 23 awaiting inspection and 31 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Broadland: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Broadland?: The average food hygiene rating in Broadland is 4.83 out of 5, across 895 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Broadland compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 87.8% of rated premises in Broadland hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 8.1 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Broadland 62 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 Broadland have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 786 food businesses in Broadland hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 87.8% of the 895 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Broadland have a low hygiene rating?: 14 food businesses in Broadland 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 Broadland food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Broadland (949 establishments on record, 895 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 Broadland

Caroline's KitchenCaring Premises · 1 Redmayne View, Mountbatten Drive, Sprowston, Norfolk · NR6 7PX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
David Lloyd Clubs NorwichRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · The Norfolk Health And Racquets Club, Drayton High Road, Hellesdon, Norfolk · NR6 5DU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Orchidale Childrens NurserySchool/college/university · Nursery Bungalow, Fir Covert Road, Taverham, Norwich · NR8 6HT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Braydeston CourtCaring Premises · 4 Braydeston Avenue, Brundall, Norwich, Norfolk · NR13 5JX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
Social BitesRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Holy Trinity Church, Salhouse Road, Rackheath, Norfolk · NR13 6PZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
Isa's Cake AtelierOther catering premises · NR7
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
Feel Good Ice Cream CoMobile caterer · NR6
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
Paddys HouseMobile caterer · NR11
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
T/a Cascade (Bonetti House)Caring Premises · Bonetti House, Beeston Lane, Sprowston, Norfolk · NR13 6ND
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
The New ForgeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · The Forge, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norwich · NR11 6UD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
The Sausage Mans Charcoal BbqOther catering premises · Sprowston Sports And Social Club, Blue Boar Lane, Sprowston, Norfolk · NR7 8RJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
Chillin & GrillinMobile caterer · NR13
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026

Places needing improvement in Broadland

Ars Corbet StoreRetailers - other · 3 Shopping Centre, Corbet Avenue, Sprowston, Norwich · NR7 8HN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 January 2026
Barretts Fish And ChipsTakeaway/sandwich shop · 163 Reepham Road, Hellesdon, Norfolk · NR6 5NZ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 November 2025
The Parson Woodforde FreehouseRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · The Parson Woodforde, Church Street, Weston Longville, Norfolk · NR9 5JU
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 February 2025
Folks Coffee CoRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Folks Bakery, The Street, Heydon, Norfolk
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 7 August 2025
Wensum Valley Hotel, Golf & Country ClubRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Wensum Valley Golf Club, Beech Avenue, Taverham, Norfolk · NR8 6HP
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 8 May 2026
Lord Nelson Public HousePub/bar/nightclub · Lord Nelson, 38 Riverside, Reedham, Norfolk · NR13 3TE
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 April 2025
Seasons CateringTakeaway/sandwich shop · Seasons, 187 Reepham Road, Hellesdon, Norwich · NR6 5NZ
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 11 February 2026
The Fur & Feather InnPub/bar/nightclub · Woodbastwick Road, Norfolk · NR13 6HQ
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 21 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 949 real Food Standards Agency records for Broadland, of which 895 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.