What is the average food hygiene rating in SY1?

The average food hygiene rating in the SY1 postcode area of Shropshire is 4.75 out of 5, across 387 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 SY1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

321 food businesses in the SY1 postcode area of Shropshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 82.9% of the 387 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.

How many food businesses in SY1 have a low hygiene rating?

7 food businesses in the SY1 postcode area of Shropshire 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 SY1 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the SY1 postcode area of Shropshire (413 establishments on record, 387 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 SY1

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the SY1 postcode area of Shropshire hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.75/5, with 82.9% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 413 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

SY1 (Shropshire) has 321 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 387 rated premises (82.9%). 7 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.

Rating distribution in SY1

5★ Very Good

321 (82.9%)

4★ Good

42 (10.9%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

17 (4.4%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

6 (1.6%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

1 (0.3%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 26 awaiting inspection and 0 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in SY1: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in SY1?: The average food hygiene rating in the SY1 postcode area of Shropshire is 4.75 out of 5, across 387 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 SY1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 321 food businesses in the SY1 postcode area of Shropshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 82.9% of the 387 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 3 June 2026.
How many food businesses in SY1 have a low hygiene rating?: 7 food businesses in the SY1 postcode area of Shropshire 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 SY1 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the SY1 postcode area of Shropshire (413 establishments on record, 387 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 SY1

Montgomery's TowerPub/bar/nightclub · Montgomerys Tower Lower Claremont Bank, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1RT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Shrewsbury HotelPub/bar/nightclub · The Shrewsbury Hotel Mardol, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1PU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
The ArmouryPub/bar/nightclub · The Armoury Victoria Quay, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1HH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
The Yorkshire HousePub/bar/nightclub · The Yorkshire House St Marys Place, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1DX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Three FishesPub/bar/nightclub · Three Fishes Fish Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1UR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026
Pinta Event BarsPub/bar/nightclub · Shropshire And West Midland Agricultural Showground Berwick Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 2PF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 May 2026
John Bliss ButchersRetailers - other · 49B - 49C Gallery Stalls Market Hall Shoplatch, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1HQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
WrapoTakeaway/sandwich shop · 18 Hills Lane, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1QU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
ChaiyaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 4 Claremont Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1QG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Deja Brew Coffee House LtdRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Cafe At Retail Warehouse And Premises Ennerdale Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 3LD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Hole In The WallPub/bar/nightclub · The Hole In The Wall 1 Shoplatch, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1HF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Mulberry Bush Day NurseryCaring Premises · Day Nursery Ditherington Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 4AU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026

Places needing improvement in SY1

Baltic Mini MarketRetailers - other · 200 Whitchurch Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 4EL
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 December 2025
Cook And CarveRetailers - other · 12 - 13 General Stalls Market Hall Shoplatch, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1HQ
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 24 June 2025
Mandarin ChefTakeaway/sandwich shop · Takeaway At 4 Ditherington Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 4AS
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 October 2024
AppleyardsRetailers - other · 85 Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1UT
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 22 October 2025
St VincentRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 11A Fish Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 1UR
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 12 November 2025
Pizza 1 StopTakeaway/sandwich shop · 33 Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 2EH
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 11 September 2025
Castle Thai RestaurantRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 20A Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY1 2AD
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 March 2025

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 413 real Food Standards Agency records for the SY1 postcode area, of which 387 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.