What is the average food hygiene rating in Gravesham?

The average food hygiene rating in Gravesham is 4.84 out of 5, across 747 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

88% of rated premises in Gravesham hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 8.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Gravesham 58 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 Gravesham have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

657 food businesses in Gravesham hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 88% of the 747 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

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

7 food businesses in Gravesham 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 Gravesham food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Gravesham (819 establishments on record, 747 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 Gravesham

In Gravesham, 88% of 747 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.84/5. These figures cover 819 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Gravesham has 657 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 747 rated premises (88%). 7 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

5★ share: 88%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +8.3 pp
National rank: 58 / 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 Gravesham

5★ Very Good

657 (88%)

4★ Good

68 (9.1%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

15 (2%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

4 (0.5%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

3 (0.4%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 38 awaiting inspection and 34 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 38 awaiting inspection and 34 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Gravesham: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Gravesham?: The average food hygiene rating in Gravesham is 4.84 out of 5, across 747 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Gravesham compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 88% of rated premises in Gravesham hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 8.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Gravesham 58 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 Gravesham have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 657 food businesses in Gravesham hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 88% of the 747 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Gravesham have a low hygiene rating?: 7 food businesses in Gravesham 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 Gravesham food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Gravesham (819 establishments on record, 747 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 Gravesham

Angry Johs WorldwideMobile caterer · DA13
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
The Ship InnPub/bar/nightclub · 14 The Street, Cobham, Kent · DA12 3BN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Royal Cash & CarryRetailers - other · 5 - 7 St James Road, Gravesend, Kent · DA11 0HF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
The Leather BottlePub/bar/nightclub · 54 The Street, Cobham, Kent · DA12 3BZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
Dream Days Catering & Events LtdOther catering premises · The Royal British Legion, Trinity Road, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 1NF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
India Supper ClubRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · The Royal British Legion Building, Trinity Road, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 1NF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Nell's CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Watling Street, Marling Cross, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 5UD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Anisa Indian CuisineRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Lancaster House, Gravesend Road, Higham, Rochester · ME3 7DZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
China GardenRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 33 Windmill Street, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 1AS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
KFCTakeaway/sandwich shop · 11 - 12 The Parade, Valley Drive, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 5RT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Patil's PakwanOther catering premises · DA11
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Trinket's Treats CateringOther catering premises · DA11
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Gravesham

Newsbox ExpressRetailers - other · 186 Rochester Road, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 4TY
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 22 January 2025
Milton Road Mini MartRetailers - other · 9 Milton Road, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 2RE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 22 January 2025
The See HoPub/bar/nightclub · Pear Tree Lane, Shorne, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 3JX
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 28 August 2025
Kent Quality ButchersRetailers - other · 47 Wrotham Road, Gravesend, Kent · DA11 0PN
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 September 2024
Tasty African FoodRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 1 Queen Street, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 2EQ
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 February 2026
Central StoreRetailers - other · 141 Central Avenue, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 5BH
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 14 February 2025
Tropical Brazilian Centre LtdRetailers - other · 171 Windmill Street, Gravesend, Kent · DA12 1AH
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 April 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 819 real Food Standards Agency records for Gravesham, of which 747 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.