What is the average food hygiene rating in East Suffolk?

The average food hygiene rating in East Suffolk is 4.79 out of 5, across 2,305 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

85.9% of rated premises in East Suffolk hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 6.2 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks East Suffolk 92 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 Suffolk have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

1,981 food businesses in East Suffolk hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 85.9% of the 2,305 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 5 June 2026.

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

39 food businesses in East Suffolk 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 East Suffolk food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for East Suffolk (2,527 establishments on record, 2,305 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 Suffolk

In East Suffolk, 85.9% of 2,305 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.79/5. These figures cover 2,527 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

East Suffolk has 1,981 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 2,305 rated premises (85.9%). 39 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 5 June 2026.

5★ share: 85.9%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +6.2 pp
National rank: 92 / 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 Suffolk

5★ Very Good

1,981 (85.9%)

4★ Good

217 (9.4%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

68 (3%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

23 (1%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

15 (0.7%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

1 (0%)

Plus 129 awaiting inspection and 93 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 129 awaiting inspection and 93 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in East Suffolk: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in East Suffolk?: The average food hygiene rating in East Suffolk is 4.79 out of 5, across 2,305 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does East Suffolk compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 85.9% of rated premises in East Suffolk hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 6.2 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks East Suffolk 92 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 Suffolk have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 1,981 food businesses in East Suffolk hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 85.9% of the 2,305 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 5 June 2026.
How many food businesses in East Suffolk have a low hygiene rating?: 39 food businesses in East Suffolk 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 East Suffolk food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for East Suffolk (2,527 establishments on record, 2,305 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 Suffolk

M J Training East LtdSchool/college/university · 1 Commercial Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk · NR32 2TD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
Bridge Road Mini MarketRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · 48 Bridge Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk · NR32 3LR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Cookie BaristaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 50 Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk · IP11 7AJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Elephant And BarrelRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Orwell Hotel, Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk · IP11 7DX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Lovick BakesRetailers - other · NR32
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
The Orwell HotelHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · Orwell Hotel, Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk · IP11 7DX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Haughgate House Care HomeCaring Premises · Haughgate House Nursing Home, Haugh Lane, Woodbridge, Suffolk · IP12 1JG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
HullabalooManufacturers/packers · 70 New Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk · IP12 1DX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Robertsons BoatyardMobile caterer · Lime Kiln Quay, Woodbridge, Suffolk · IP12 1BD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Suffolk New CollegeFarmers/growers · Suffolk Rural (Otley), Charity Lane, Otley, Ipswich · IP6 9EY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Vertas At Witnesham Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · Witnesham Primary School, High Road, Witnesham, Suffolk · IP6 9EX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Grahams GriddleTakeaway/sandwich shop · Felixstowe Trades And Labour Club, 182 High Road West, Felixstowe, Suffolk · IP11 9BB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 May 2026

Places needing improvement in East Suffolk

Royal ChinaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 152 Bridge Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk · NR33 9JT
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 December 2025
Beech Road Kebab Pizza HouseTakeaway/sandwich shop · 63 Beech Road, Rushmere St Andrew, Suffolk · IP5 1AP
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 18 January 2026
Jasmine GardenRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 286 High Street, Walton, Felixstowe, Suffolk · IP11 9EB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 27 February 2026
Superfry Fish And ChipsTakeaway/sandwich shop · 23 Hillside Avenue, Worlingham, Beccles, Suffolk · NR34 7AJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 1 May 2026
Aldringham Tearoom LtdRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · The Old Blacksmiths Shop, Thorpe Road, Aldringham Cum Thorpe, Suffolk · IP16 4QX
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 21 January 2026
Palace Bingo & Cinema - Kays KitchenRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Palace Bingo Club, Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk · IP11 7NL
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 February 2026
Spa Pavilion CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Spa Pavilion, Undercliff Road West, Felixstowe, Suffolk · IP11 2DX
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 August 2025
The Pit Stop CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Pit Stop Cafe, The Common, Southwold, Suffolk
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 February 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 2,527 real Food Standards Agency records for East Suffolk, of which 2,305 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.