What is the average food hygiene rating in SW19?

The average food hygiene rating in the SW19 postcode area of Merton is 4.78 out of 5, across 523 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 SW19 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

441 food businesses in the SW19 postcode area of Merton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 84.3% of the 523 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 1 June 2026.

How many food businesses in SW19 have a low hygiene rating?

9 food businesses in the SW19 postcode area of 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 SW19 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the SW19 postcode area of Merton (607 establishments on record, 523 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 SW19

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the SW19 postcode area of Merton hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.78/5, with 84.3% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 607 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

SW19 (Merton) has 441 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 523 rated premises (84.3%). 9 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 1 June 2026.

Rating distribution in SW19

5★ Very Good

441 (84.3%)

4★ Good

62 (11.9%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

11 (2.1%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

6 (1.1%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

3 (0.6%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 58 awaiting inspection and 26 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in SW19: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in SW19?: The average food hygiene rating in the SW19 postcode area of Merton is 4.78 out of 5, across 523 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 SW19 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 441 food businesses in the SW19 postcode area of Merton hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 84.3% of the 523 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 1 June 2026.
How many food businesses in SW19 have a low hygiene rating?: 9 food businesses in the SW19 postcode area of 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 SW19 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the SW19 postcode area of Merton (607 establishments on record, 523 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 SW19

Cater Link at Pelham Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · Pelham Primary School Southey Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 1NU
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
Anas CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 31 - 33 Weir Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 8UG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Blooming Years Day NurseryCaring Premises · 41 Alexandra Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 7JZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Funky Owls NurseryRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 111 - 115 High Street Collier's Wood, Colliers Wood, Merton · SW19 2HR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Greggs PLCRetailers - other · Unit 2bh Wimbledon Railway Station Wimbledon Bridge, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 7NL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Eveline Day Nursery SchoolsCaring Premises · The Old Church Hall 89A Quicks Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 1EX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
The SavannaRetailers - other · Unit 9ob Wimbledon Railway Station Wimbledon Bridge, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 7NL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Alexander House NurseryCaring Premises · 1 Quicks Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 1HJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
Lexington @ D&G WimbledonRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Swan Court 11 Worple Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 4JS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
Rosa's Thai CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 54 Wimbledon Hill Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 7PA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026

Places needing improvement in SW19

Tennessee ExpressTakeaway/sandwich shop · 242 Merton Road, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 1EQ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 February 2026
Mazar Take AwayTakeaway/sandwich shop · 234 Merton High Street, Colliers Wood, Merton · SW19 1AU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 August 2025
Merton Off Licence LtdRetailers - other · 22 Merton High Street, Colliers Wood, Merton · SW19 1DN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 August 2025
Rajdoot RestaurantRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 72 High Street, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 5EE
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 28 October 2025
JeroboamsRetailers - other · 77 High Street, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 5EG
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 18 October 2025
TradicaoRetailers - other · 30 The Broadway, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 1RE
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 7 January 2026
The Charles HoldenPub/bar/nightclub · The Charles Holden 198 High Street Collier's Wood, Colliers Wood, Merton · SW19 2BH
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 June 2025
DibaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 87 The Broadway, Wimbledon, Merton · SW19 1QE
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 July 2025

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 607 real Food Standards Agency records for the SW19 postcode area, of which 523 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.