What is the average food hygiene rating in East Cambridgeshire?

The average food hygiene rating in East Cambridgeshire is 4.72 out of 5, across 692 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How does East Cambridgeshire compare with the national average for food hygiene?

82.9% of rated premises in East Cambridgeshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 3.2 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks East Cambridgeshire 140 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 East Cambridgeshire have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

574 food businesses in East Cambridgeshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 82.9% of the 692 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 9 June 2026.

How many food businesses in East Cambridgeshire have a low hygiene rating?

18 food businesses in East Cambridgeshire 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 East Cambridgeshire food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for East Cambridgeshire (783 establishments on record, 692 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 East Cambridgeshire

In East Cambridgeshire, 82.9% of 692 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.72/5. These figures cover 783 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

East Cambridgeshire has 574 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 692 rated premises (82.9%). 18 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 9 June 2026.

5★ share: 82.9%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +3.2 pp
National rank: 140 / 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 East Cambridgeshire

5★ Very Good

574 (82.9%)

4★ Good

63 (9.1%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

37 (5.3%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

14 (2%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

4 (0.6%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 44 awaiting inspection and 47 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 44 awaiting inspection and 47 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in East Cambridgeshire: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in East Cambridgeshire?: The average food hygiene rating in East Cambridgeshire is 4.72 out of 5, across 692 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does East Cambridgeshire compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 82.9% of rated premises in East Cambridgeshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 3.2 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks East Cambridgeshire 140 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 East Cambridgeshire have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 574 food businesses in East Cambridgeshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 82.9% of the 692 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 9 June 2026.
How many food businesses in East Cambridgeshire have a low hygiene rating?: 18 food businesses in East Cambridgeshire 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 East Cambridgeshire food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for East Cambridgeshire (783 establishments on record, 692 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 East Cambridgeshire

King's ElySchool/college/university · Kitchen & Dining Hall, The Monastic Barn, The College, Ely · CB7 4DL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
King's Ely Sixth FormSchool/college/university · The Kings School, The Old Palace, Palace Green, Ely · CB7 4EW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
Mr J Filipino DelightsOther catering premises · Unit 24/25, Saxon Business Park, Littleport, Cambridgeshire
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
The Vine Community Church LittleportOther catering premises · Globe Lane, Littleport, Cambridgeshire · CB6 1PW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Fairways CateringOther catering premises · CB7
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Ely Food CentreRetailers - other · 22 Market Place, Ely, Cambridgeshire · CB7 4NT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Londis - Witcham TollRetailers - other · Witcham Toll Service Station, Ely Road, Witcham Toll, Ely · CB6 2AA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
The Crown FordhamPub/bar/nightclub · 14 Church Street, Fordham, Ely, Cambridgeshire · CB7 5NJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
SubwayRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 8B, Ely Leisure Village, Downham Road, Ely · CB6 2FE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026
Sushi GourmetRetailers - other · Sainsbury's, Lisle Lane, Ely, Cambridgeshire · CB7 4AS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Pupa's Shop Ltd (Labas)Retailers - other · 11B Churchgate Street, Soham, Ely, Cambridgeshire · CB7 5DS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Joy BistroRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 65 High Street, Sutton, Ely, Cambridgeshire · CB6 2NL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026

Places needing improvement in East Cambridgeshire

Jomidar MahalRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Indian Garden, 13 Victoria Street, Littleport, Ely · CB6 1LU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 7 August 2025
BK Ely LtdTakeaway/sandwich shop · 28 Market Street, Ely, Cambridgeshire · CB7 4LS
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 21 October 2025
The Kingfisher CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Kingfishers Bridge Nature Reserve, Stretham Road, Wicken, Cambridgeshire
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 7 August 2025
Bamboo GardenTakeaway/sandwich shop · 4 Church Street, Isleham, Ely, Cambridgeshire · CB7 5RX
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 28 August 2025
BudgensRetailers - other · Costcutter, 91 Main Street, Little Downham, Ely · CB6 2SX
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 22 July 2025
The Handy PlaiceTakeaway/sandwich shop · 2 Market Street, Soham, Ely, Cambridgeshire · CB7 5JG
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 27 January 2026
Top Store Grocery LtdRetailers - other · 2 - 4 Main Street, Littleport, Ely, Cambridgeshire · CB6 1PJ
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 July 2025
Cheveley Village Store And Post OfficeRetailers - other · Post Office & Stores, 213 High Street, Cheveley, Newmarket · CB8 9RH
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 January 2026

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 783 real Food Standards Agency records for East Cambridgeshire, of which 692 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.