What is the average food hygiene rating in LU1?

The average food hygiene rating in the LU1 postcode area of Luton is 4.25 out of 5, across 453 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 LU1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

255 food businesses in the LU1 postcode area of Luton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 56.3% of the 453 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.

How many food businesses in LU1 have a low hygiene rating?

26 food businesses in the LU1 postcode area of Luton are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 5 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 LU1 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the LU1 postcode area of Luton (581 establishments on record, 453 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 LU1

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the LU1 postcode area of Luton hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.25/5, with 56.3% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 581 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

LU1 (Luton) has 255 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 453 rated premises (56.3%). 26 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.

Rating distribution in LU1

5★ Very Good

255 (56.3%)

4★ Good

104 (23%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

68 (15%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

9 (2%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

12 (2.6%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

5 (1.1%)

Plus 102 awaiting inspection and 26 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in LU1: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in LU1?: The average food hygiene rating in the LU1 postcode area of Luton is 4.25 out of 5, across 453 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 LU1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 255 food businesses in the LU1 postcode area of Luton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 56.3% of the 453 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.
How many food businesses in LU1 have a low hygiene rating?: 26 food businesses in the LU1 postcode area of Luton are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 5 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 LU1 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the LU1 postcode area of Luton (581 establishments on record, 453 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 LU1

Luton Sri Guru Ravidass SangatOther catering premises · 31 Cardigan Street, Luton · LU1 1RP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
MocrunchyMobile caterer · LU1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 24 May 2026
Nearest Caffe ltdRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 499 Dallow Road, Luton · LU1 1UN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
Pumpkin Lane Day NurserySchool/college/university · 9-15 Adelaide Street, Luton · LU1 5BB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
La Mama Shawarma&GrillTakeaway/sandwich shop · 56 New Bedford Road, Luton · LU1 1SH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
Whipperley Infant AcademySchool/college/university · Whipperley Ring, Luton · LU1 5QY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
Arancini ItalianiMobile caterer · LU1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
German Doner KebabTakeaway/sandwich shop · 57-59 George Street, Luton · LU1 2AL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 April 2026
JD.com Luton DepotDistributors/Transporters · Unit 3 Bilton Court, Bilton Way, Luton · LU1 1LX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 April 2026
University of Bedfordshire – LutonRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · University Of Bedfordshire, Park Square, Luton · LU1 3JU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 24 April 2026
Sainsbury'sRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · J Sainsbury Plc West Side Centre, Dunstable Road, Luton · LU1 1EF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 22 April 2026
Barrys clearance cash and carryRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Dalroad Industrial Estate, Dallow Road · LU1 1SP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 April 2026

Places needing improvement in LU1

Magazin Romanesc doi pasiRetailers - other · 17 Wellington Street, Luton · LU1 2QH
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 28 January 2026
Ujan BhatiRetailers - other · 104a Dunstable Road, Luton · LU1 1EH
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 February 2026
Express News LtdRetailers - other · 62 Park Street, Luton · LU1 3ET
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 February 2026
GOLD COAST STORES LTDRetailers - other · 78 Dunstable Road, Luton · LU1 1EH
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 12 March 2026
Theen MeshaOther catering premises · 13 Wellington Street, Luton · LU1 2QH
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 March 2026
Maverick LoungeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Regional House, 28-34 Chapel Street, Luton · LU1 2SE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 30 January 2026
Clifton FoodsRetailers - other · 184 Dallow Road, Luton · LU1 1NG
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 March 2026
TiranamarketRetailers - other · 21 Wellington Street, Luton · LU1 2QH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 18 February 2026

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 581 real Food Standards Agency records for the LU1 postcode area, of which 453 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.