What is the average food hygiene rating in CM1?

The average food hygiene rating in the CM1 postcode area of Chelmsford is 4.82 out of 5, across 545 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How many restaurants in CM1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

488 food businesses in the CM1 postcode area of Chelmsford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 89.5% of the 545 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 26 May 2026.

How many food businesses in CM1 have a low hygiene rating?

12 food businesses in the CM1 postcode area of Chelmsford are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 1 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 CM1 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the CM1 postcode area of Chelmsford (606 establishments on record, 545 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 CM1

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the CM1 postcode area of Chelmsford hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.82/5, with 89.5% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 606 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

CM1 (Chelmsford) has 488 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 545 rated premises (89.5%). 12 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 26 May 2026.

Rating distribution in CM1

5★ Very Good

488 (89.5%)

4★ Good

35 (6.4%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

10 (1.8%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

5 (0.9%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

6 (1.1%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

1 (0.2%)

Plus 29 awaiting inspection and 32 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in CM1: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in CM1?: The average food hygiene rating in the CM1 postcode area of Chelmsford is 4.82 out of 5, across 545 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How many restaurants in CM1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 488 food businesses in the CM1 postcode area of Chelmsford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 89.5% of the 545 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 26 May 2026.
How many food businesses in CM1 have a low hygiene rating?: 12 food businesses in the CM1 postcode area of Chelmsford are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 1 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 CM1 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the CM1 postcode area of Chelmsford (606 establishments on record, 545 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 CM1

Golden FleecePub/bar/nightclub · 84 Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex · CM1 1JP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 May 2026
Lion Rock KitchenOther catering premises · CM1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
Jerk StationTakeaway/sandwich shop · 51 Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex · CM1 1JA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Seymour House Nursery SchoolCaring Premises · 140 Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex · CM1 1RN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
WendysRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 9 - 10 High Street, Chelmsford · CM1 1BE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Wenzels The BakersRetailers - other · 70 High Street, Chelmsford · CM1 1DH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
A Batch From HomeRetailers - other · Chelmsford Retail Market, High Chelmer Multistorey Building, Bellmead, Chelmsford · CM1 1LE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 May 2026
Vesper DinerTakeaway/sandwich shop · 50 Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex · CM1 1JA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 May 2026
Baaklon LimitedRetailers - other · Unit 19, Waterhouse Business Centre, 2 Cromar Way, Chelmsford · CM1 2QE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 14 May 2026
Jacques' BakesOther catering premises · CM1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 14 May 2026
Rinas CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 12A, Waterhouse Business Centre, 2 Cromar Way, Chelmsford · CM1 2QE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 14 May 2026
Perry On The CakeOther catering premises · CM1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 14 May 2026

Places needing improvement in CM1

Polska BabkaImporters/Exporters · CM1
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 2 May 2025
Grand CochinRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 43 Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex · CM1 1JA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 April 2026
Tonios CucinaTakeaway/sandwich shop · CM1
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 July 2025
El MaestroTakeaway/sandwich shop · 49 Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex · CM1 1JA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 November 2025
The Kings ArmsPub/bar/nightclub · Kings Arms, 295 Main Road, Broomfield, Chelmsford · CM1 7AU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 8 April 2026
Tropiway Continental GrocersRetailers - other · Mama Sandras Food Catering, 47A Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex · CM1 1JA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 21 November 2025
0007 ExpressRetailers - other · Spar, 1 - 5 Bishop Hall Lane, Chelmsford · CM1 1SH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 January 2025
Athens Bar Meze Greek And Mediterranean RestaurantRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 44 - 45 Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex · CM1 1JA
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 15 September 2025

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 606 real Food Standards Agency records for the CM1 postcode area, of which 545 carry a 0–5 hygiene rating. The average is the mean of those ratings; percentages exclude awaiting-inspection and exempt premises. 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.