What is the average food hygiene rating in Rochford?

The average food hygiene rating in Rochford is 4.69 out of 5, across 586 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

82.3% of rated premises in Rochford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 2.6 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Rochford 151 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 Rochford have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

482 food businesses in Rochford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 82.3% of the 586 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 2 June 2026.

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

20 food businesses in Rochford are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 3 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 Rochford food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Rochford (701 establishments on record, 586 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 Rochford

In Rochford, 82.3% of 586 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 701 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Rochford has 482 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 586 rated premises (82.3%). 20 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 2 June 2026.

5★ share: 82.3%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +2.6 pp
National rank: 151 / 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 Rochford

5★ Very Good

482 (82.3%)

4★ Good

68 (11.6%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

16 (2.7%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

4 (0.7%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

13 (2.2%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

3 (0.5%)

Plus 86 awaiting inspection and 29 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 86 awaiting inspection and 29 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Rochford: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Rochford?: The average food hygiene rating in Rochford is 4.69 out of 5, across 586 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Rochford compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 82.3% of rated premises in Rochford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 2.6 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Rochford 151 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 Rochford have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 482 food businesses in Rochford hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 82.3% of the 586 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 2 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Rochford have a low hygiene rating?: 20 food businesses in Rochford are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 3 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 Rochford food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Rochford (701 establishments on record, 586 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 Rochford

Sarah B's BakeryOther catering premises · 69 Hatfield Road, Rayleigh, Essex · SS6 9AP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Charcoal And EarthRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 45 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh, Essex · SS6 7JE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 22 May 2026
Kelly's Cake Shed CoOther catering premises · SS6
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 22 May 2026
Asta BaristaMobile caterer · SS6
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Arias Fine Dining LtdRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 28 High Street, Rayleigh, Essex · SS6 7EF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
I Can't Believe It's Gluten FreeOther catering premises · 29 Bosworth Close, Hawkwell, Essex · SS5 4EZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
I Cant Believe Its Gluten FreeOther catering premises · SS5
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
My Delightful Eats And TreatsOther catering premises · SS5
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
The PavilionTakeaway/sandwich shop · Rayleigh Grange Community Centre, Little Wheatley Chase, Rayleigh, Essex · SS6 9EH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 May 2026
AngloOther catering premises · 27 - 29 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh, Essex · SS6 7JD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
Anchor InnOther catering premises · High Street, Canewdon, Essex · SS4 3QA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 25 April 2026
The Sweet TinRetailers - other · 82 High Street, Great Wakering, Essex · SS3 0EJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 24 April 2026

Places needing improvement in Rochford

The Best KebabMobile caterer · SS3
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 September 2025
Golden Crust BakeryRetailers - other · 121 Ferry Road, Hullbridge, Hockley, Essex · SS5 6ET
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 1 August 2025
Cottage BakeryManufacturers/packers · 14 Main Road, Hockley, Essex · SS5 4QS
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 18 August 2025
Poppy's CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 21A Main Road, Hockley, Essex · SS5 4QY
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 18 December 2025
Hullbridge Community CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Hullbridge Community Centre, Pooles Lane, Hullbridge, Essex · SS5 6PA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 15 October 2021
BudgensRetailers - other · 139 - 141 High Street, Rayleigh, Essex · SS6 7QA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 September 2025
Premier ShopRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 38 - 40 Main Road, Hockley, Essex · SS5 4QS
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 1 May 2025
Estelles IcesMobile caterer · SS5
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 June 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 701 real Food Standards Agency records for Rochford, of which 586 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.