What is the average food hygiene rating in Rushcliffe?

The average food hygiene rating in Rushcliffe is 4.72 out of 5, across 807 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

83% of rated premises in Rushcliffe hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 3.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Rushcliffe 137 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 Rushcliffe have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

670 food businesses in Rushcliffe hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 83% of the 807 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

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

21 food businesses in Rushcliffe 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 Rushcliffe food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Rushcliffe (934 establishments on record, 807 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 Rushcliffe

In Rushcliffe, 83% of 807 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.72/5. These figures cover 934 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Rushcliffe has 670 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 807 rated premises (83%). 21 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.

5★ share: 83%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +3.3 pp
National rank: 137 / 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 Rushcliffe

5★ Very Good

670 (83%)

4★ Good

79 (9.8%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

37 (4.6%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

13 (1.6%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

4 (0.5%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

4 (0.5%)

Plus 66 awaiting inspection and 61 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 66 awaiting inspection and 61 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Rushcliffe: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Rushcliffe?: The average food hygiene rating in Rushcliffe is 4.72 out of 5, across 807 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Rushcliffe compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 83% of rated premises in Rushcliffe hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 3.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Rushcliffe 137 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 Rushcliffe have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 670 food businesses in Rushcliffe hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 83% of the 807 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 10 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Rushcliffe have a low hygiene rating?: 21 food businesses in Rushcliffe 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 Rushcliffe food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Rushcliffe (934 establishments on record, 807 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 Rushcliffe

Southfields Pre SchoolSchool/college/university · School House, Screveton Road, Car Colston, Nottinghamshire · NG13 8JG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
The KioskRetailers - other · Rushcliffe Country Park, Mere Way, Ruddington, Nottinghamshire
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club - BanquetingRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, Bridgford Road, West Bridgford · NG2 6AG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Caffe Velo Verde LtdRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Caffe Velo Verde, Home Farm, Main Street, Screveton · NG13 8JL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
James Peacock County SchoolSchool/college/university · Manor Park, Ruddington, Nottinghamshire · NG11 6DS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
KDCC Tuesday ClubRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Village Hall, Elm Avenue, Keyworth, Nottinghamshire · NG12 5AN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Just About WeddingsFarmers/growers · NG11
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 2 June 2026
Janson FisheryRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Janson Coarse Fishery, Redmile Lane, Elton, Nottinghamshire · NG13 9FA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 May 2026
Central HelicoptersOther catering premises · Broughton Lodge Farm, Fosse Way, Upper Broughton, Nottinghamshire · NG12 5PS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Sipz & SliceFarmers/growers · NG13
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
McCarthy & Stone - River View CourtRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · River View Court, 12 - 20 Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
Moore ShroomsMobile caterer · NG11
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Rushcliffe

The CottageRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 52 Main Street, East Leake, Nottinghamshire · LE12 6PG
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 April 2026
Cropwell Farm ShopRetailers - other · The Limes, The Fosse, Cropwell Butler, Nottinghamshire · NG12 3AQ
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 November 2025
Food CourtTakeaway/sandwich shop · 6B Wilford Road, Ruddington, Nottinghamshire · NG11 6EN
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 22 April 2026
Three SpicesRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 23 Easthorpe Street, Ruddington, Nottinghamshire
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 March 2026
Eaton Place Fish BarTakeaway/sandwich shop · 8 Eaton Place, Bingham, Nottinghamshire · NG13 8BD
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 March 2026
MaceRetailers - other · Woodside Stores, 50 Grantham Road, Radcliffe On Trent, Nottinghamshire · NG12 2HS
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 January 2026
Hanwell Wine EstateRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Melton Road, Hickling Pastures, Nottinghamshire · LE14 3QG
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 28 March 2026
Keyworth Sports AssociationRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Keyworth United Football Club, Platt Lane, Keyworth, Nottingham · NG12 5GE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 March 2026

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 934 real Food Standards Agency records for Rushcliffe, of which 807 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.