What is the average food hygiene rating in PR1?

The average food hygiene rating in the PR1 postcode area of Preston is 4.57 out of 5, across 789 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 PR1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

569 food businesses in the PR1 postcode area of Preston hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 72.1% of the 789 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.

How many food businesses in PR1 have a low hygiene rating?

17 food businesses in the PR1 postcode area of Preston are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 1 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 PR1 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the PR1 postcode area of Preston (866 establishments on record, 789 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 PR1

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the PR1 postcode area of Preston hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.57/5, with 72.1% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 866 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

PR1 (Preston) has 569 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 789 rated premises (72.1%). 17 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.

Rating distribution in PR1

5★ Very Good

569 (72.1%)

4★ Good

128 (16.2%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

75 (9.5%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

11 (1.4%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

5 (0.6%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

1 (0.1%)

Plus 46 awaiting inspection and 31 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in PR1: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in PR1?: The average food hygiene rating in the PR1 postcode area of Preston is 4.57 out of 5, across 789 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 PR1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 569 food businesses in the PR1 postcode area of Preston hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 72.1% of the 789 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.
How many food businesses in PR1 have a low hygiene rating?: 17 food businesses in the PR1 postcode area of Preston are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 1 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 PR1 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the PR1 postcode area of Preston (866 establishments on record, 789 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 PR1

COLe KitchenOther catering premises · PR1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
ShakebeeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 72 Friargate, Preston · PR1 2ED
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
UCLAN Pre-School CentreSchool/college/university · Leighton Building, Leighton Street, Preston · PR1 2HE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026
Khaj luscious bakesOther catering premises · PR1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Thirusi LimitedRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · 22-24 Taylor Street, Preston · PR1 8EA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
The Monkey ExpressTakeaway/sandwich shop · 22-24 Adelphi Street, Preston · PR1 7BE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
Patty Shack / Tado Tacos (@Mad Giant Food Hall)Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 6 Animate, Tenterfield Street, Preston · PR1 2BL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 May 2026
Tado Tacos / Patty Shack (@Mad Giant Food Hall)Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 6 Animate, Tenterfield Street, Preston · PR1 2BL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 May 2026
The Swirl LabRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 172 New Hall Lane, Preston · PR1 4DX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 May 2026
Bosphorus SofrasiRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 125-126 Friargate, Preston · PR1 2EE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Ayubowan Street Food (@Mad Giant Food Hall)Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 6 Animate, Tenterfield Street, Preston · PR1 2BL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
Turkish KebabRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 41 Plungington Road, Preston · PR1 7EP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026

Places needing improvement in PR1

Izmir GrillTakeaway/sandwich shop · 99 New Hall Lane, Preston · PR1 5PB
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 March 2026
Khanz LoungeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · The Mill Nightclub, Aqueduct Street, Preston · PR1 7JN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 February 2025
Pasha Fresh Halal MarketRetailers - other · 22-24 Manchester Road, Preston · PR1 3YH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 1 October 2025
Preston Euro Mini MarketRetailers - other · 91 Plungington Road, Preston · PR1 7UE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 15 April 2026
Good Hut Chinese Take AwayTakeaway/sandwich shop · 32 Moor Lane, Preston · PR1 7AT
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 November 2025
Sips and SnacksRetailers - other · 8 Aqueduct Mill, 222 Aqueduct Street, Preston · PR1 7JN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 25 February 2025
International Mini MarketRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · 242 Ribbleton Lane, Preston · PR1 5EB
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 September 2024
NaafiahTakeaway/sandwich shop · 17 Harewood Road, Preston · PR1 6XH
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 December 2025

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 866 real Food Standards Agency records for the PR1 postcode area, of which 789 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.