What is the average food hygiene rating in PL1?

The average food hygiene rating in the PL1 postcode area of Plymouth City is 4.54 out of 5, across 491 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 PL1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

374 food businesses in the PL1 postcode area of Plymouth City hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 76.2% of the 491 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.

How many food businesses in PL1 have a low hygiene rating?

27 food businesses in the PL1 postcode area of Plymouth City are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 4 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 PL1 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the PL1 postcode area of Plymouth City (531 establishments on record, 491 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 PL1

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the PL1 postcode area of Plymouth City hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.54/5, with 76.2% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 531 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

PL1 (Plymouth City) has 374 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 491 rated premises (76.2%). 27 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.

Rating distribution in PL1

5★ Very Good

374 (76.2%)

4★ Good

56 (11.4%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

34 (6.9%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

10 (2%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

13 (2.6%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

4 (0.8%)

Plus 40 awaiting inspection and 0 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in PL1: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in PL1?: The average food hygiene rating in the PL1 postcode area of Plymouth City is 4.54 out of 5, across 491 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 PL1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 374 food businesses in the PL1 postcode area of Plymouth City hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 76.2% of the 491 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.
How many food businesses in PL1 have a low hygiene rating?: 27 food businesses in the PL1 postcode area of Plymouth City are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 4 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 PL1 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the PL1 postcode area of Plymouth City (531 establishments on record, 491 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 PL1

The Brass MonkeyPub/bar/nightclub · 12-14 Royal Parade, Plymouth, Devon · PL1 1DS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
StringersMobile caterer · Commercial Wharf, Madeira Road, Plymouth · PL1 2NX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Maritime InnPub/bar/nightclub · 19 Southside Street, Plymouth · PL1 2LD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
The Admiral MacBridePub/bar/nightclub · The Admiral MacBride, 1 The Barbican, Plymouth · PL1 2LR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
CaranealHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · 12-14 Pier Street, Plymouth · PL1 3BS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
Treasure islandOther catering premises · Treasure Island, Pier Street, Plymouth · PL1 3BT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
The DockRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · King Point Marina, Brunel Way, Millbay Road, Plymouth · PL1 3EF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 12 May 2026
B and M RetailRetailers - other · 31 Cornwall Street, City Centre, Plymouth · PL1 1NW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
Ferry StoresRetailers - other · 3 Admirals Hard, Plymouth · PL1 3RJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
Jacka BakeryRetailers - other · 38 Southside Street, Plymouth · PL1 2LE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 May 2026
Tinside Lido CafeOther catering premises · Tinside Lido Cafe, Hoe Road, Plymouth · PL1 3DE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 May 2026
The GreekRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 2 Quay Point, The Barbican, Plymouth · PL1 2LR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 April 2026

Places needing improvement in PL1

Bamo Grill HouseRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 104 Cornwall Street, City Centre, Plymouth · PL1 1NF
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 1 December 2025
Gipsy MothPub/bar/nightclub · 159 Citadel Road, Plymouth · PL1 2HU
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 October 2025
Asia Oriental StoresRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · 94-100 Cornwall Street, City Centre, Plymouth · PL1 1NF
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 26 November 2025
Half MoonPub/bar/nightclub · 59 Pembroke Street, Plymouth · PL1 4JR
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 September 2025
Plymouth Butcher ShopRetailers - other · 12 Frankfort Gate, Plymouth · PL1 1QD
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 22 May 2025
Arribas RestaurantRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 58 Notte Street, Plymouth · PL1 2AG
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 March 2026
Plymouth Halal ShopRetailers - other · 16 Frankfort Gate, Plymouth · PL1 1QD
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 March 2026
Coffee and CrumbsRetailers - other · 19 Craigie Drive, Plymouth · PL1 3JB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 September 2025

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 531 real Food Standards Agency records for the PL1 postcode area, of which 491 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.