What is the average food hygiene rating in Merton?

The average food hygiene rating in Merton is 4.74 out of 5, across 1,276 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

81.1% of rated premises in Merton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 1.4 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Merton 169 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 Merton have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

1,035 food businesses in Merton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 81.1% of the 1,276 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 12 June 2026.

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

21 food businesses in Merton 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 Merton food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Merton (1,531 establishments on record, 1,276 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 Merton

In Merton, 81.1% of 1,276 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.74/5. These figures cover 1,531 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Merton has 1,035 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 1,276 rated premises (81.1%). 21 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 12 June 2026.

5★ share: 81.1%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +1.4 pp
National rank: 169 / 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 Merton

5★ Very Good

1,035 (81.1%)

4★ Good

177 (13.9%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

43 (3.4%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

11 (0.9%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

10 (0.8%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 182 awaiting inspection and 73 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 182 awaiting inspection and 73 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Merton: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Merton?: The average food hygiene rating in Merton is 4.74 out of 5, across 1,276 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Merton compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 81.1% of rated premises in Merton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 1.4 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Merton 169 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 Merton have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 1,035 food businesses in Merton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 81.1% of the 1,276 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 12 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Merton have a low hygiene rating?: 21 food businesses in Merton 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 Merton food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Merton (1,531 establishments on record, 1,276 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 Merton

SW19607 places · 84.3% 5★

Top-rated places in Merton

Power Centre Church Food BankDistributors/Transporters · 238 - 240 London Road, Mitcham, Merton · CR4 3HD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Bavani Care HomeCaring Premises · The Elms 142 - 144 Elm Walk, Raynes Park, Merton · SW20 9EG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Hatay RestaurantRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 94 - 96 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park, Merton · SW20 0AY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Kings CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 556 Kingston Road, Raynes Park, Merton · SW20 8DR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
The Olive & Thai Café 46Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 46 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park, Merton · SW20 0LA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Three ApesRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 26 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park, Merton · SW20 8ND
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Cater Link at Pelham Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · Pelham Primary School Southey Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 1NU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026
Galaxy CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 304 Kingston Road, Raynes Park, Merton · SW20 8LX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026
Super CodRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 290 Kingston Road, Raynes Park, Merton · SW20 8LX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026
Willington School Foundation LtdSchool/college/university · Willington School 18 Worcester Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 7QQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026
Wimbledon CollegeSchool/college/university · Wimbledon College 84 Edge Hill, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 4NS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026
Favorite ChickenTakeaway/sandwich shop · 37 London Road, Tooting, Merton · SW17 9JR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Merton

Tennessee ExpressTakeaway/sandwich shop · 242 Merton Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 1EQ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 February 2026
Tony'sRetailers - other · 348 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park, Merton · SW20 0RJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 April 2026
Mazar Take AwayTakeaway/sandwich shop · 234 Merton High Street, Colliers Wood, Merton · SW19 1AU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 August 2025
Star KebabTakeaway/sandwich shop · 366 Grove Road, Mitcham, Merton · CR4 1AB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 July 2025
RobertsRetailers - other · 2 Upper Green East, Mitcham, Merton · CR4 2PA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 November 2025
Desi DelightsRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 21 Morden Court Parade London Road, Morden, Merton · SM4 5HJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 2 March 2026
Abeka MarketRetailers - other · 1 - 3 Upper Green West, Mitcham, Merton · CR4 3AA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 February 2026
Merton Off Licence LtdRetailers - other · 22 Merton High Street, Colliers Wood, Merton · SW19 1DN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 August 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 1,531 real Food Standards Agency records for Merton, of which 1,276 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.