What is the average food hygiene rating in North East Lincolnshire?

The average food hygiene rating in North East Lincolnshire is 4.75 out of 5, across 1,298 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How does North East Lincolnshire compare with the national average for food hygiene?

84.6% of rated premises in North East Lincolnshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 4.9 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks North East Lincolnshire 108 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 North East Lincolnshire have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

1,098 food businesses in North East Lincolnshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 84.6% of the 1,298 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 2 June 2026.

How many food businesses in North East Lincolnshire have a low hygiene rating?

34 food businesses in North East Lincolnshire 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 North East Lincolnshire food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for North East Lincolnshire (1,742 establishments on record, 1,298 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 North East Lincolnshire

In North East Lincolnshire, 84.6% of 1,298 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.75/5. These figures cover 1,742 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

North East Lincolnshire has 1,098 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 1,298 rated premises (84.6%). 34 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 2 June 2026.

5★ share: 84.6%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +4.9 pp
National rank: 108 / 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 North East Lincolnshire

5★ Very Good

1,098 (84.6%)

4★ Good

136 (10.5%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

30 (2.3%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

14 (1.1%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

18 (1.4%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

2 (0.2%)

Plus 364 awaiting inspection and 80 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 364 awaiting inspection and 80 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in North East Lincolnshire: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in North East Lincolnshire?: The average food hygiene rating in North East Lincolnshire is 4.75 out of 5, across 1,298 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does North East Lincolnshire compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 84.6% of rated premises in North East Lincolnshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 4.9 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks North East Lincolnshire 108 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 North East Lincolnshire have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 1,098 food businesses in North East Lincolnshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 84.6% of the 1,298 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 2 June 2026.
How many food businesses in North East Lincolnshire have a low hygiene rating?: 34 food businesses in North East Lincolnshire 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 North East Lincolnshire food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for North East Lincolnshire (1,742 establishments on record, 1,298 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 North East Lincolnshire

DN35448 places · 85.3% 5★

Top-rated places in North East Lincolnshire

Green ShopRetailers - other · 257A Wellington Street, Grimsby · DN32 7JP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
GOLDEN PIZZA FISH AND CHIPSTakeaway/sandwich shop · 117-119 PELHAM ROAD, Immingham · DN40 1JW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Sweet as a nut ltdTakeaway/sandwich shop · 106 Grimsby Road, Cleethorpes · DN35 7PY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Waltham Gateway PrimarySchool/college/university · Station Road, New Waltham · DN36 4RZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Verona PizzeriaTakeaway/sandwich shop · Hardys Road, Cleethorpes · DN35 0DW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
First Steps NurserySchool/college/university · Ice House, Victor Street, Grimsby · DN32 7QN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 May 2026
Phoenix Academy HouseSchool/college/university · Harold Street, Grimsby · DN32 7NQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 22 May 2026
Hawler Pizza & Kebab ExpressTakeaway/sandwich shop · Hainton Avenue, Grimsby · DN32 9LF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
St Peters Childrens Centre PlaygroupSchool/college/university · Cambridge Street, Cleethorpes · DN35 8LW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
The Chocolat Story / Lab CocoaRetailers - other · 314-318 St. Nicholas Drive, Grimsby · DN37 9SF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Sevenhills AcademySchool/college/university · Second Avenue, Grimsby · DN33 1NU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
Sam's Cakes and BakesOther catering premises · 22 Clovelly Way, Grimsby · DN33 3FT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026

Places needing improvement in North East Lincolnshire

Sun Fung HouseTakeaway/sandwich shop · Gilbey Road, Grimsby · DN31 2RW
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 March 2026
Lang chuTakeaway/sandwich shop · 29 Abbey Rd, Grimsby · DN32 0HQ
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 April 2026
Go Local ExtraRetailers - other · 117, Chelmsford Avenue, Grimsby · DN34 5BZ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 18 October 2021
Adventure Village Grimsby LtdRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 2a Gala Retail Park, Pasture Street, Grimsby · DN31 9AB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 October 2025
Hong Kong Takeaway MealsTakeaway/sandwich shop · 383, Pelham Road, Immingham · DN40 1NG
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 October 2023
Cleethorpes ChineseTakeaway/sandwich shop · 44 Trinity Road, Cleethorpes · DN35 8UG
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 May 2026
Poli-Maxx Food CentreRetailers - other · 43 - 45 Hainton Avenue, Grimsby · DN32 9AY
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 July 2025
Sandham's Quality Meats LtdOther catering premises · 53 St Peters Avenue, Cleethorpes · DN35 8HF
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 November 2023

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 1,742 real Food Standards Agency records for North East Lincolnshire, of which 1,298 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.