What is the average food hygiene rating in DA1?

The average food hygiene rating in the DA1 postcode area of Dartford is 4.54 out of 5, across 407 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 DA1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

293 food businesses in the DA1 postcode area of Dartford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 72% of the 407 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 26 May 2026.

How many food businesses in DA1 have a low hygiene rating?

18 food businesses in the DA1 postcode area of Dartford 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 DA1 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the DA1 postcode area of Dartford (459 establishments on record, 407 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 DA1

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the DA1 postcode area of Dartford hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.54/5, with 72% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 459 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

DA1 (Dartford) has 293 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 407 rated premises (72%). 18 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 26 May 2026.

Rating distribution in DA1

5★ Very Good

293 (72%)

4★ Good

65 (16%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

31 (7.6%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

12 (2.9%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

6 (1.5%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 25 awaiting inspection and 27 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in DA1: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in DA1?: The average food hygiene rating in the DA1 postcode area of Dartford is 4.54 out of 5, across 407 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 DA1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 293 food businesses in the DA1 postcode area of Dartford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 72% of the 407 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 26 May 2026.
How many food businesses in DA1 have a low hygiene rating?: 18 food businesses in the DA1 postcode area of Dartford 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 DA1 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the DA1 postcode area of Dartford (459 establishments on record, 407 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 DA1

GAAGA's SauceOther catering premises · DA1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 May 2026
TescoRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Tesco, 137 Henderson Drive, Dartford, Kent · DA1 5LD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
West Hill Care HomeCaring Premises · Constance Grove, Dartford, Kent · DA1 2GA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Blue Star ExpressTakeaway/sandwich shop · 31 Chastilian Road, Dartford, Kent · DA1 3JP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Ramdoot Foods LtdOther catering premises · DA1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
3 Tigers Eat LimitedMobile caterer · DA1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 May 2026
Skewer Street Food LtdMobile caterer · DA1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
TG Jones And Post Office CounterRetailers - other · 19 - 21 High Street, Dartford, Kent · DA1 1DT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
West Hill Life Ltd @ Holy Trinity Church Of England SchoolSchool/college/university · Holy Trinity Church Of England School, Chatsworth Road, Dartford, Kent · DA1 5AF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 12 May 2026
Bakes By CnDOther catering premises · DA1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 11 May 2026
Caviar & Co. LtdMobile caterer · DA1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 May 2026
Magic Creation LimitedOther catering premises · DA1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 May 2026

Places needing improvement in DA1

Food Plus SavemoreRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Savemore, 3 - 3A Market Street, Dartford, Kent · DA1 1EY
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 30 January 2026
Shine FoodsRetailers - other · Unit 3, Orchards, High Street, Dartford · DA1 1DN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 February 2026
West Hill Life After School Club @ St Anselms Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · St Anselms Roman Catholic Primary School, Littlebrook Manor Way, Dartford, Kent · DA1 5AE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 2 December 2024
Coffee GoatRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 3 Station Approach, Dartford, Kent · DA1 1BP
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 11 March 2026
B And M Retail LtdRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · B&M, 394 Princes Road, Dartford, Kent · DA1 1LA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 13 November 2024
Diamond GrillTakeaway/sandwich shop · 64 Spital Street, Dartford, Kent · DA1 2DT
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 April 2026
The Churchyard Tea RoomRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Holy Trinity Church Hall, High Street, Dartford, Kent · DA1 1DE
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 January 2026
The Ivy LeafPub/bar/nightclub · 72 Darenth Road, Dartford, Kent · DA1 1LS
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 18 February 2025

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 459 real Food Standards Agency records for the DA1 postcode area, of which 407 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.