What is the average food hygiene rating in Nottingham City?

The average food hygiene rating in Nottingham City is 4.83 out of 5, across 2,669 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How does Nottingham City compare with the national average for food hygiene?

90% of rated premises in Nottingham City hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 10.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Nottingham City 33 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 Nottingham City have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

2,403 food businesses in Nottingham City hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 90% of the 2,669 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.

How many food businesses in Nottingham City have a low hygiene rating?

43 food businesses in Nottingham City 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 Nottingham City food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Nottingham City (3,008 establishments on record, 2,669 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 Nottingham City

In Nottingham City, 90% of 2,669 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 3,008 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Nottingham City has 2,403 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 2,669 rated premises (90%). 43 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.

5★ share: 90%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +10.3 pp
National rank: 33 / 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 Nottingham City

5★ Very Good

2,403 (90%)

4★ Good

165 (6.2%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

58 (2.2%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

12 (0.4%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

29 (1.1%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

2 (0.1%)

Plus 217 awaiting inspection and 122 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 217 awaiting inspection and 122 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Nottingham City: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Nottingham City?: The average food hygiene rating in Nottingham City is 4.83 out of 5, across 2,669 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Nottingham City compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 90% of rated premises in Nottingham City hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 10.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Nottingham City 33 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 Nottingham City have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 2,403 food businesses in Nottingham City hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 90% of the 2,669 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Nottingham City have a low hygiene rating?: 43 food businesses in Nottingham City 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 Nottingham City food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Nottingham City (3,008 establishments on record, 2,669 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 Nottingham City

Top-rated places in Nottingham City

Kushi-yaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 14a Low Pavement, Nottingham · NG1 7DG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Robin Hoods Jacket PotatoMobile caterer
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Black Sheep CoffeeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 16 Clumber Street, Nottingham · NG1 3GA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Burger KingRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 1 Exchange Walk, Nottingham · NG1 2NX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Efes PizzaTakeaway/sandwich shop · 487 Nottingham Road, Nottingham · NG6 0FB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Sushi YokaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 8 Lincoln Street, City Centre · NG1 3DJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Jam RockTakeaway/sandwich shop · 265 St Anns Well Road, Nottingham · NG3 3HR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 May 2026
Jasup SuperstoreRetailers - other · 59 Wilford Grove, Nottingham · NG2 2DR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 May 2026
Home BargainsRetailers - other · Unit C Riverside Retail Park, Electric Avenue, Nottingham · NG2 1RU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 May 2026
PoundlandRetailers - other · Unit E Riverside Retail Park, Electric Avenue, Nottingham · NG2 1RU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 May 2026
Golden OceanTakeaway/sandwich shop · 209 Carlton Road, Nottingham · NG3 2FX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Iced FireRetailers - other · 41 Laurie Avenue, Nottingham · NG7 6PG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Nottingham City

Choice SupermarketRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · 34-36 Colwick Road, Nottingham · NG2 4DA
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 May 2026
Hidden Spot LoungeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Units 1 And 2 Terence House, Denman Street East, Nottingham · NG7 3GX
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 13 January 2026
Buns BurgersTakeaway/sandwich shop · 119 Ilkeston Road, Nottingham · NG7 3HE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 21 April 2026
Kheras StoresRetailers - other · 101 Whitemoor Road, Nottingham · NG6 0HJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 October 2024
Top ShopRetailers - other · 26 Alfreton Road, Nottingham · NG7 3NG
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 8 October 2025
Premier One Stop Convenience StoreRetailers - other · 22-24 Sneinton Dale, Nottingham · NG2 4HE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 15 November 2024
Pass Move Grin KitchenOther catering premises · Unit B1 Bar Lane Industrial Park, Bar Lane, Nottingham · NG6 0JA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 21 January 2026
Corner Shop Off LicenceRetailers - other · 24 Wiverton Road, Nottingham · NG7 6NP
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 April 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 3,008 real Food Standards Agency records for Nottingham City, of which 2,669 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.