What is the average food hygiene rating in DE1?

The average food hygiene rating in the DE1 postcode area of Derby City is 4.46 out of 5, across 456 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 DE1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

311 food businesses in the DE1 postcode area of Derby City hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 68.2% of the 456 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 22 May 2026.

How many food businesses in DE1 have a low hygiene rating?

20 food businesses in the DE1 postcode area of Derby City 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 DE1 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the DE1 postcode area of Derby City (528 establishments on record, 456 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 DE1

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the DE1 postcode area of Derby City hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.46/5, with 68.2% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 528 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

DE1 (Derby City) has 311 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 456 rated premises (68.2%). 20 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 22 May 2026.

Rating distribution in DE1

5★ Very Good

311 (68.2%)

4★ Good

76 (16.7%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

49 (10.7%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

10 (2.2%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

6 (1.3%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

4 (0.9%)

Plus 46 awaiting inspection and 26 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in DE1: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in DE1?: The average food hygiene rating in the DE1 postcode area of Derby City is 4.46 out of 5, across 456 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 DE1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 311 food businesses in the DE1 postcode area of Derby City hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 68.2% of the 456 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 22 May 2026.
How many food businesses in DE1 have a low hygiene rating?: 20 food businesses in the DE1 postcode area of Derby City 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 DE1 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the DE1 postcode area of Derby City (528 establishments on record, 456 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 DE1

RaskRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Cafe Sadler Bridge Studios, Bold Lane, Derby · DE1 3NT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 22 May 2026
Crazy ChipsTakeaway/sandwich shop · 74d Osmaston Road, Derby · DE1 2HZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
The Burrito Stop / Harmy's Sweet Treats / El BurritosTakeaway/sandwich shop · 39 Osmaston Road, Derby · DE1 2JF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
The Stuart HotelHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · Royal Stuart Hotel, 119 London Road, Derby · DE1 2QR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
StarbucksRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 175 Level 1 South Mall, Derbion, Derby · DE1 2AZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 May 2026
Glow & Grow CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Friargate Studios, Ford Street, Derby · DE1 1EE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 April 2026
Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights / The Engine RoomOther catering premises · Riverlights, Morledge, Derby · DE1 2AY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 April 2026
Pizzeria SoleTakeaway/sandwich shop · 32 East Street, Derby · DE1 2AF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 April 2026
Little Vic'sTakeaway/sandwich shop · 10 Victoria Street, Derby · DE1 1EQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 April 2026
HR news & off licence LtdRetailers - other · 35 Mansfield Road, Derby · DE1 3QY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 March 2026
ReplenishMobile caterer · The Pearson Building, Arthur Street, Derby · DE1 3EF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 24 March 2026
Cafe BLANCRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 9-11 St James Street, Derby · DE1 1QZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 17 March 2026

Places needing improvement in DE1

Heavenly DessertsTakeaway/sandwich shop · 11 London Road, Derby · DE1 2NS
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 2 March 2026
Tasty OriginalTakeaway/sandwich shop · Premises, 123 Normanton Road, Derby · DE1 2GG
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 11 March 2026
Kaneshie Market LtdRetailers - other · 29 Green Lane, Derby · DE1 1RS
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 March 2026
Baasko Afro Continental StoresRetailers - other · Unit 6 Osnabruck Square, Albert Street, Derby · DE1 2DS
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 December 2025
KAVOD Afro Carribean StoreRetailers - other · 7-9 Green Lane, Derby · DE1 1RS
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 21 January 2026
Easy ShopRetailers - other · 85a Normanton Road, Derby · DE1 2GH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 March 2026
Foodish By Donkaris CateringOther catering premises · DE1
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 14 January 2026
Rolling SmokeTakeaway/sandwich shop · 13 Morledge, Derby · DE1 2AW
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 18 March 2026

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 528 real Food Standards Agency records for the DE1 postcode area, of which 456 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.