What is the average food hygiene rating in BB5?

The average food hygiene rating in the BB5 postcode area of Hyndburn is 4.45 out of 5, across 527 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 BB5 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

323 food businesses in the BB5 postcode area of Hyndburn hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 61.3% of the 527 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 13 May 2026.

How many food businesses in BB5 have a low hygiene rating?

19 food businesses in the BB5 postcode area of Hyndburn 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 BB5 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the BB5 postcode area of Hyndburn (567 establishments on record, 527 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 BB5

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the BB5 postcode area of Hyndburn hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.45/5, with 61.3% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 567 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

BB5 (Hyndburn) has 323 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 527 rated premises (61.3%). 19 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 13 May 2026.

Rating distribution in BB5

5★ Very Good

323 (61.3%)

4★ Good

141 (26.8%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

44 (8.3%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

13 (2.5%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

6 (1.1%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 23 awaiting inspection and 17 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in BB5: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in BB5?: The average food hygiene rating in the BB5 postcode area of Hyndburn is 4.45 out of 5, across 527 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 BB5 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 323 food businesses in the BB5 postcode area of Hyndburn hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 61.3% of the 527 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 13 May 2026.
How many food businesses in BB5 have a low hygiene rating?: 19 food businesses in the BB5 postcode area of Hyndburn 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 BB5 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the BB5 postcode area of Hyndburn (567 establishments on record, 527 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 BB5

Parkview HouseCaring Premises · BB5
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
Croppers Butchers & DeliRetailers - other · 31 Blackburn Road, Accrington, Lancashire · BB5 1HF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 12 May 2026
Lancashire Catering @ Accrington Woodnook Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · Hudson Street, Accrington, Lancashire · BB5 2HS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 April 2026
Mini & Mighty LtdDistributors/Transporters · 42-44 Broadfield, Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire · BB5 3RY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 April 2026
Sparthfield Happy Day NurseryCaring Premises · 419 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors, Accrington · BB5 5RP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 April 2026
Mr Softee / Uncle Sams ( VK58 LYJ )Mobile caterer · BB5
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 April 2026
Carvery And GrillMobile caterer · 1 Canal Way, Altham, Lancashire · BB5 5WB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 31 March 2026
Multi Purpose BarMobile caterer · 4 Canal Way, Altham, Lancashire · BB5 5WB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 31 March 2026
Sacha's Grilling CoMobile caterer · 1 Canal Way, Altham, Lancashire · BB5 5WB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 31 March 2026
Black HorseRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 58 Abbey Street, Accrington, Lancashire · BB5 1EE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 March 2026
Al - HamzaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 161b Richmond Road, Accrington, Lancashire · BB5 0JB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 March 2026
Park View W M ClubPub/bar/nightclub · Bayley Street, Clayton Le Moors, Accrington · BB5 5PR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 25 March 2026

Places needing improvement in BB5

Blue Ribbon Healthcare Ltd @ Willow LodgeCaring Premises · 363 Whalley Road, Clayton Le Moors, Lancashire · BB5 5QZ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 March 2026
Fat SpudsMobile caterer · Richmond Street, Accrington, Lancashire · BB5 0RH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 October 2025
Yankeez also trading as 'K Chicken'Takeaway/sandwich shop · 75 Abbey Street, Accrington, Lancashire · BB5 1EH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 25 March 2026
Sahad Sweet Centre and Kebab HouseTakeaway/sandwich shop · 201 Blackburn Road, Accrington · BB5 0AF
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 February 2026
ChickzillaTakeaway/sandwich shop · 74 Blackburn Road, Accrington, Lancashire · BB5 1LE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 8 January 2026
2Four7 ExpressRetailers - other · 117a Blackburn Road, Accrington, Lancashire · BB5 1JJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 January 2026
Braeside Home for the ElderlyCaring Premises · Stanhill Lane, Oswaldtwistle, Accrington · BB5 4QF
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 27 November 2025
Park ChippyTakeaway/sandwich shop · 428 Blackburn Road, Accrington, Lancashire · BB5 0DE
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 March 2026

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 567 real Food Standards Agency records for the BB5 postcode area, of which 527 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.