What is the average food hygiene rating in King's Lynn and West Norfolk?

The average food hygiene rating in King's Lynn and West Norfolk is 4.83 out of 5, across 1,351 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How does King's Lynn and West Norfolk compare with the national average for food hygiene?

89% of rated premises in King's Lynn and West Norfolk hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 9.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks King's Lynn and West Norfolk 46 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 King's Lynn and West Norfolk have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

1,202 food businesses in King's Lynn and West Norfolk hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 89% of the 1,351 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.

How many food businesses in King's Lynn and West Norfolk have a low hygiene rating?

20 food businesses in King's Lynn and West Norfolk are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 2 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 King's Lynn and West Norfolk food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for King's Lynn and West Norfolk (1,489 establishments on record, 1,351 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 King's Lynn and West Norfolk

In King's Lynn and West Norfolk, 89% of 1,351 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.83/5. These figures cover 1,489 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

King's Lynn and West Norfolk has 1,202 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 1,351 rated premises (89%). 20 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.

5★ share: 89%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +9.3 pp
National rank: 46 / 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 King's Lynn and West Norfolk

5★ Very Good

1,202 (89%)

4★ Good

103 (7.6%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

26 (1.9%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

8 (0.6%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

10 (0.7%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

2 (0.1%)

Plus 57 awaiting inspection and 81 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 57 awaiting inspection and 81 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in King's Lynn and West Norfolk: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in King's Lynn and West Norfolk?: The average food hygiene rating in King's Lynn and West Norfolk is 4.83 out of 5, across 1,351 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does King's Lynn and West Norfolk compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 89% of rated premises in King's Lynn and West Norfolk hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 9.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks King's Lynn and West Norfolk 46 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 King's Lynn and West Norfolk have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 1,202 food businesses in King's Lynn and West Norfolk hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 89% of the 1,351 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.
How many food businesses in King's Lynn and West Norfolk have a low hygiene rating?: 20 food businesses in King's Lynn and West Norfolk are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 2 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 King's Lynn and West Norfolk food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for King's Lynn and West Norfolk (1,489 establishments on record, 1,351 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 King's Lynn and West Norfolk

PE30436 places · 86.4% 5★

Top-rated places in King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Beaupre Community Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · Church Drove, Outwell, Wisbech, Norfolk · PE14 8RH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
One StopRetailers - other · 39 Marshland Street, Terrington St Clement, KINGS LYNN, Norfolk · PE34 4NE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Your Local Also T/A Marshland ConvenienceRetailers - other · 63 - 65 Marshland Street, Terrington St Clement, KINGS LYNN, Norfolk · PE34 4NE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Bircham Cricket ClubPub/bar/nightclub · Cricket Pavilion, Church Lane, Great Bircham, Norfolk
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Heros Gym LtdRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 23 Bryggen Road, North Lynn Industrial Estate, King's Lynn, Norfolk · PE30 2HZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Downham Market Church HallOther catering premises · Downham Market Methodist Church, Paradise Road, Downham Market, Norfolk · PE38 9JE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
G & B Super StoreRetailers - other · 14 West Way, Wimbotsham, King's Lynn, Norfolk · PE34 3PZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
RumblesTakeaway/sandwich shop · 16 Wisbech Road, King's Lynn, Norfolk · PE30 5JW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
Catholic Church of the Holy FamilyOther catering premises · Field Lane, Gaywood, King's Lynn, Norfolk · PE30 4AY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Jess's Cake ShedRetailers - other · PE34
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Drove Orchards Farm ShopRetailers - other · Farm Shop Drove Orchards, Thornham Road, Holme Next The Sea, Norfolk · PE36 6LS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Norfolk ConciergeOther catering premises · PE31
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026

Places needing improvement in King's Lynn and West Norfolk

CostcutterRetailers - other · 45 - 47 Wisbech Road, King's Lynn, Norfolk · PE30 5JP
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 8 January 2026
TJ And JJ International LimitedRetailers - other · Unit 5, The Courtyard, Edward Benefer Way, King's Lynn · PE30 2FN
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 30 July 2025
BramblebeeRetailers - other · PE14
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 March 2026
Kubus MarketRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · PE30
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 August 2024
Tennyson Food And WineRetailers - other · 31 Tennyson Avenue, King's Lynn, Norfolk · PE30 2QG
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 July 2025
Marham Chinese TakeawayTakeaway/sandwich shop · Hillside, Marham, King's Lynn, Norfolk · PE33 9JJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 12 March 2026
Emneth Post Office And LocalRetailers - other · 22 Gaultree Square, Emneth, Wisbech, Norfolk · PE14 8DD
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 30 March 2026
South Pot LTDRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 4 London Road, King's Lynn, Norfolk · PE30 5PY
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 November 2025

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 1,489 real Food Standards Agency records for King's Lynn and West Norfolk, of which 1,351 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.