What is the average food hygiene rating in Eastbourne?

The average food hygiene rating in Eastbourne is 4.77 out of 5, across 937 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How does Eastbourne compare with the national average for food hygiene?

84.3% of rated premises in Eastbourne hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 4.6 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Eastbourne 117 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 Eastbourne have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

790 food businesses in Eastbourne hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 84.3% of the 937 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 11 June 2026.

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

18 food businesses in Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Eastbourne (1,036 establishments on record, 937 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 Eastbourne

In Eastbourne, 84.3% of 937 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.77/5. These figures cover 1,036 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Eastbourne has 790 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 937 rated premises (84.3%). 18 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 11 June 2026.

5★ share: 84.3%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +4.6 pp
National rank: 117 / 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 Eastbourne

5★ Very Good

790 (84.3%)

4★ Good

108 (11.5%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

21 (2.2%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

4 (0.4%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

14 (1.5%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 37 awaiting inspection and 62 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 37 awaiting inspection and 62 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Eastbourne: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Eastbourne?: The average food hygiene rating in Eastbourne is 4.77 out of 5, across 937 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Eastbourne compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 84.3% of rated premises in Eastbourne hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 4.6 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Eastbourne 117 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 Eastbourne have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 790 food businesses in Eastbourne hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 84.3% of the 937 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 11 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Eastbourne have a low hygiene rating?: 18 food businesses in Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Eastbourne (1,036 establishments on record, 937 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.

Food hygiene ratings by area in Eastbourne

BN21515 places · 82.6% 5★

Top-rated places in Eastbourne

Global Food CentreRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · 52 South Street, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN21 4XB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 11 June 2026
Salvation ArmyCaring Premises · Salvation Army Citadel 143 - 145 Langney Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN21 3EU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 11 June 2026
Ashley kneads doughOther catering premises · BN23
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
Impact Food Group @ The Turing School & Hazel Court SchoolSchool/college/university · Hazel Court School The Turing School Larkspur Drive, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN23 8EJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
The KioskRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · The Kiosk Foyle Way, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN20 7XN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
The New EnglandHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · 60 Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN22 7AQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
The Ratton Cake ShedOther catering premises · BN20
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
Dorley House Residential Care HomeCaring Premises · Dorley House 19 - 20 Bedfordwell Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN21 2BG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
TG Jones High Street LimitedRetailers - other · 110 Terminus Road, Eastbourne · BN21 3AL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Tony Piccante - Kingfisher DriveRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 43 Langney Shopping Centre 64 Kingfisher Drive, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN23 7RT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Caffe NeroRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 138 Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN21 3AN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Kokoro Alliance LimitedRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 136 Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN21 3AN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026

Places needing improvement in Eastbourne

Premier Halal ButcherRetailers - other · 30 Seaside Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN21 3PB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 January 2026
Rachel's KitchenRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Eastbourne Angling Club Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN22 7AA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 September 2025
Keyif Coffee LoungeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 4 Susans Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN21 3HA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 8 September 2025
RFC Chicken & RibsTakeaway/sandwich shop · 129 Seaside, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN22 7NN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 21 January 2026
Bill's CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 148 Seaside, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN22 7QW
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 February 2025
Sussex wild venisonRetailers - other · BN23
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 June 2025
Filipino CuisineOther catering premises · BN21
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 12 November 2025
Enterprise CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 50 The Enterprise Centre Station Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex · BN21 1BD
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 March 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 1,036 real Food Standards Agency records for Eastbourne, of which 937 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.