What is the average food hygiene rating in Fenland?

The average food hygiene rating in Fenland is 4.87 out of 5, across 666 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

92% of rated premises in Fenland hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 12.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Fenland 18 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 Fenland have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

613 food businesses in Fenland hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 92% of the 666 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 9 June 2026.

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

9 food businesses in Fenland 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 Fenland food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Fenland (705 establishments on record, 666 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 Fenland

In Fenland, 92% of 666 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.87/5. These figures cover 705 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Fenland has 613 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 666 rated premises (92%). 9 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 9 June 2026.

5★ share: 92%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +12.3 pp
National rank: 18 / 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 Fenland

5★ Very Good

613 (92%)

4★ Good

33 (5%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

11 (1.7%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

5 (0.8%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

3 (0.5%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

1 (0.2%)

Plus 22 awaiting inspection and 17 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 22 awaiting inspection and 17 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Fenland: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Fenland?: The average food hygiene rating in Fenland is 4.87 out of 5, across 666 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Fenland compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 92% of rated premises in Fenland hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 12.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Fenland 18 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 Fenland have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 613 food businesses in Fenland hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 92% of the 666 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 9 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Fenland have a low hygiene rating?: 9 food businesses in Fenland 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 Fenland food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Fenland (705 establishments on record, 666 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 Fenland

BAKED By AbbieRetailers - other · PE7
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
Askham Village CommunityCaring Premises · 13 Benwick Road, Doddington, March, Cambridgeshire · PE15 0TX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 June 2026
Eg On The Move Chatteris West ParkRetailers - other · 22 West Park Street, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire · PE16 6AJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 June 2026
Olive Tree CafeOther catering premises · 1 Market Place, March, Cambridgeshire · PE15 9JF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 June 2026
Burger Studio/Peperomi PizzaTakeaway/sandwich shop · 12 Falcon Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire · PE13 1AU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Spice Valley LtdTakeaway/sandwich shop · 12A Station Road, March, Cambridgeshire · PE15 8LB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
The ChestnutsCaring Premises · 169 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire · PE13 3TA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
The Straw Bear Pub KitchenRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 103 Drybread Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire · PE7 1XL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Fen & FableOther catering premises · 4 The Arcade, 42 High Street, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire · PE16 6BH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 May 2026
Little Olive BakesRetailers - other · PE7
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 May 2026
PopeyesMobile caterer · POPEYES, Martin Avenue, March, Cambridgeshire · PE15 0AY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 May 2026
Jubilee CourtCaring Premises · Elwyn Road, March, Cambridgeshire · PE15 9BH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Fenland

P J Butcher LimitedManufacturers/packers · 41 Boleness Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire · PE13 2RB
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 August 2022
Billi Castro Snack Bar Restaurant 69 LimitedRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 13 Norfolk Street, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire · PE13 2LD
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 January 2026
International Food StoresRetailers - other · 141 Lynn Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire · PE13 3DH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 March 2026
Parson Drove Convenience Store LtdRetailers - other · 1 Main Road, Parson Drove, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire · PE13 4JA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 November 2025
BG Fast Food LtdMobile caterer · PE13
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 13 February 2025
Baba WisbechRetailers - other · 5 Lynn Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire · PE13 3DB
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 March 2026
Curry CottageTakeaway/sandwich shop · 1A Queen Street, Whittlesey, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire · PE7 1AY
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 September 2025
Octavia's CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Octavia View, 10A - 14 South Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire · PE13 1JQ
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 2 November 2018

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 705 real Food Standards Agency records for Fenland, of which 666 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.