What is the average food hygiene rating in RH12?

The average food hygiene rating in the RH12 postcode area of Horsham is 4.87 out of 5, across 413 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How many restaurants in RH12 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

375 food businesses in the RH12 postcode area of Horsham hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 90.8% of the 413 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 2 June 2026.

How many food businesses in RH12 have a low hygiene rating?

4 food businesses in the RH12 postcode area of Horsham 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 RH12 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the RH12 postcode area of Horsham (455 establishments on record, 413 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 RH12

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the RH12 postcode area of Horsham hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.87/5, with 90.8% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 455 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

RH12 (Horsham) has 375 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 413 rated premises (90.8%). 4 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 2 June 2026.

Rating distribution in RH12

5★ Very Good

375 (90.8%)

4★ Good

29 (7%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

5 (1.2%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

4 (1%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 33 awaiting inspection and 9 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in RH12: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in RH12?: The average food hygiene rating in the RH12 postcode area of Horsham is 4.87 out of 5, across 413 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How many restaurants in RH12 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 375 food businesses in the RH12 postcode area of Horsham hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 90.8% of the 413 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 2 June 2026.
How many food businesses in RH12 have a low hygiene rating?: 4 food businesses in the RH12 postcode area of Horsham 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 RH12 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the RH12 postcode area of Horsham (455 establishments on record, 413 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 RH12

Debbieâ??s Creative CakesOther catering premises · RH12
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Plum's PantryOther catering premises · RH12
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
GOODNESS IN A BOWLManufacturers/packers · RH12
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 May 2026
Apple Tree CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Apple Tree Cafe, King George V Building, Bucks Green Rudgwick · RH12 3JJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 April 2026
Little StreetOther catering premises · Little Street, King George V Building, Bucks Green Rudgwick, West Sussex · RH12 3JJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 April 2026
Bill's RestaurantsRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Bill's Restaurants, The Old Town Hall, Market Square, Horsham · RH12 1EU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 April 2026
The Sussex BarnPub/bar/nightclub · The Sussex Barn, The Sussex Barn, North Heath Lane, Horsham · RH12 5PJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 April 2026
Miller & CarterPub/bar/nightclub · Miller & Carter, 17 Piries Place, Horsham · RH12 1EH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 April 2026
The Major Cake CornerOther catering premises · RH12
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 April 2026
Next Thing Education CampsSchool/college/university · Next Thing Education Camps, Arunside County Primary School, BLACKBRIDGE LANE, Horsham · RH12 1RR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 31 March 2026
Starbucks CoffeeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Starbucks Coffee, 10 - 11 Piries Place, Horsham · RH12 1EH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 March 2026
Accent Catering at Bohunt School HorshamSchool/college/university · Accent Catering at Bohunt School Horsham, Bohunt Horsham School, Bailey Road, Horsham · RH12 6AP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 25 March 2026

Places needing improvement in RH12

Swan CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Swan Cafe, 19 Springfield Court, Horsham · RH12 1PT
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 December 2025
Corner NewsagentsRetailers - other · Corner Newsagents, 80 Trafalgar Road, Horsham · RH12 2QL
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 December 2024
Ricky's PremierRetailers - other · Ricky's Premier, 5 Middle Street, Horsham · RH12 1NW
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 13 December 2024
Bishopric WinesRetailers - other · Bishopric Wines, 36 Bishopric, Horsham · RH12 1QN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 27 November 2024

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 455 real Food Standards Agency records for the RH12 postcode area, of which 413 carry a 0–5 hygiene rating. The average is the mean of those ratings; percentages exclude awaiting-inspection and exempt premises. 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.