What is the average food hygiene rating in Pembrokeshire?

The average food hygiene rating in Pembrokeshire is 4.69 out of 5, across 1,826 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

78.3% of rated premises in Pembrokeshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 1.4 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Pembrokeshire 199 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 Pembrokeshire have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

1,429 food businesses in Pembrokeshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 78.3% of the 1,826 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 5 June 2026.

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

37 food businesses in Pembrokeshire 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 Pembrokeshire food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Pembrokeshire (2,302 establishments on record, 1,826 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 Pembrokeshire

In Pembrokeshire, 78.3% of 1,826 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.69/5. These figures cover 2,302 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Pembrokeshire has 1,429 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 1,826 rated premises (78.3%). 37 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 5 June 2026.

5★ share: 78.3%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: -1.4 pp
National rank: 199 / 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 Pembrokeshire

5★ Very Good

1,429 (78.3%)

4★ Good

279 (15.3%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

81 (4.4%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

17 (0.9%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

20 (1.1%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 476 awaiting inspection and 0 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 476 awaiting inspection and 0 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Pembrokeshire: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Pembrokeshire?: The average food hygiene rating in Pembrokeshire is 4.69 out of 5, across 1,826 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Pembrokeshire compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 78.3% of rated premises in Pembrokeshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 1.4 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Pembrokeshire 199 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 Pembrokeshire have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 1,429 food businesses in Pembrokeshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 78.3% of the 1,826 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 5 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Pembrokeshire have a low hygiene rating?: 37 food businesses in Pembrokeshire 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 Pembrokeshire food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Pembrokeshire (2,302 establishments on record, 1,826 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 Pembrokeshire

SA62465 places · 84.3% 5★

Top-rated places in Pembrokeshire

The Royal OakPub/bar/nightclub · Royal Oak Public House Market Square, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire · SA65 9HA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
Broad Haven CP SchoolSchool/college/university · Broad Haven Cp School Marine Road, Broad Haven, Pembrokeshire · SA62 3JT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Seaview Mini MarketRetailers - other · 33 Enfield Road, Broad Haven, Pembrokeshire · SA62 3JW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Seaview RestaurantRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Seaview Restaurant Crackwell Street, Tenby, Pembrokeshire · SA70 7HA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Gwersyll yr Urdd Pentre IfanRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Pentre Ifan, Felindre Farchog, Crymych, Pembrokeshire · SA41 3XE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
The Scoop Ice Cream Parlour & Coffee ShopRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · The Scoop Old Pier Head Building Nelson Quay, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire · SA73 3AA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Ffynnonddwewi HolidaysTakeaway/sandwich shop · Ffynondewi Ffynondewi Holiday Cottages, Solva, Pembrokeshire · SA62 6LR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Ivybridge Guest HouseHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · Ivybridge Guest House, Goodwick, Pembrokeshire · SA64 0JT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Holly HouseSchool/college/university · Portfield Social Activity Centre Portfield, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire · SA61 1BS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Marble Hall Mini MarketRetailers - other · 22 - 24 Marble Hall Road, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire · SA73 2PD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Little Jillys LtdManufacturers/packers · 83 Charles Street, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire · SA73 2HA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Phoenix Sports & Community CentreRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Phoenix Centre Wern Road, Goodwick, Pembrokeshire · SA64 0AA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Pembrokeshire

The Shipwright InnOther catering premises · Shipwright 1 Front Street, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire · SA72 6JX
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 December 2025
The ForrestersRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Forresters Arms 29 Kensington Road, Neyland, Pembrokeshire · SA73 1TP
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 25 July 2025
Totally Welsh LtdManufacturers/packers · Fresh Produce Centre East Estate, Withybush, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire · SA62 4BW
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 12 March 2026
Railway InnPub/bar/nightclub · Railway Inn St Peters Road, Johnston, Pembrokeshire · SA62 3PJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 13 February 2025
Wrap n RollTakeaway/sandwich shop · 184 Prendergast, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire · SA61 2PQ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 June 2025
Farmers FinestRetailers - other · Cwm Farm, Llawhaden, Narberth, Pembrokeshire · SA67 8HP
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 1 April 2026
Ffynnone ArmsRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Ffynnone Arms, Newchapel, Boncath, Pembrokeshire · SA37 0EH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 27 June 2025
WatergardensOther catering premises · 31 The Rath, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire · SA73 2QA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 18 September 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 2,302 real Food Standards Agency records for Pembrokeshire, of which 1,826 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.