What is the average food hygiene rating in Somerset?

The average food hygiene rating in Somerset is 4.84 out of 5, across 5,515 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

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

87.9% of rated premises in Somerset hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 8.2 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Somerset 59 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 Somerset have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

4,846 food businesses in Somerset hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 87.9% of the 5,515 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.

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

52 food businesses in Somerset 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 Somerset food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Somerset (6,058 establishments on record, 5,515 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 Somerset

In Somerset, 87.9% of 5,515 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.84/5. These figures cover 6,058 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Somerset has 4,846 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 5,515 rated premises (87.9%). 52 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.

5★ share: 87.9%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +8.2 pp
National rank: 59 / 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 Somerset

5★ Very Good

4,846 (87.9%)

4★ Good

528 (9.6%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

89 (1.6%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

22 (0.4%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

30 (0.5%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 298 awaiting inspection and 245 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 298 awaiting inspection and 245 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Somerset: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Somerset?: The average food hygiene rating in Somerset is 4.84 out of 5, across 5,515 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Somerset compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 87.9% of rated premises in Somerset hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 8.2 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Somerset 59 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 Somerset have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 4,846 food businesses in Somerset hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 87.9% of the 5,515 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Somerset have a low hygiene rating?: 52 food businesses in Somerset 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 Somerset food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Somerset (6,058 establishments on record, 5,515 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.

Food hygiene ratings by area in Somerset

Top-rated places in Somerset

Preston SchoolSchool/college/university · Preston School - Business & Academy, Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset · BA21 3JD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
Sydenham HouseCaring Premises · Frederick Road, Bridgwater · TA6 4NG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
Canalside Cakes and BakesOther catering premises · TA7
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Clarke’s of CheddarRetailers - other · Union Street, Cheddar · BS27 3NA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Homemade With Love By SueOther catering premises · TA6
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Papa PastaTakeaway/sandwich shop · Maidenhead Moorings, Banklands, North Newton · TA7 0DQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
South Petherton County Junior SchoolSchool/college/university · Hayes End, South Petherton, Somerset · TA13 5AG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
The Big ChipperMobile caterer · Hamp Bridge, Bridgwater · TA6 6LG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
The Pink Bow BakeryOther catering premises · TA6
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
The Purplespoon Cafe HighbridgeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Huntspill Road, Highbridge · TA9 3DD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Ultima PizzaTakeaway/sandwich shop · 57-59 Eastover, Bridgwater · TA6 5AP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Busy Bees TakeawayTakeaway/sandwich shop · 39 Forest Hill, Yeovil, Somerset · BA20 2PH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 3 June 2026

Places needing improvement in Somerset

The GriffinPub/bar/nightclub · Griffin Inn, 25 Milk Street, Frome, Somerset · BA11 3DB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 26 September 2025
Apple Tree StoresRetailers - other · 107 Laxton Road, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 2XU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 February 2026
The Horseshoe InnPub/bar/nightclub · The Horse Shoe Inn, Pike Hill, Shepton Mallet, Somerset · BA4 5JG
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 25 March 2026
Afribox LtdManufacturers/packers · 6 Bath Place, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 4ER
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 January 2026
5 Senses Place LtdOther catering premises · 19 Holyrood Street, Chard, Somerset · TA20 2AJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 February 2026
Boss KebabMobile caterer · TA7
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 March 2026
Combe House HotelHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · Combe Lane, Holford, Nether Stowey, Somerset · TA5 1RZ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 8 April 2026
China StarTakeaway/sandwich shop · 38 St John Street, Bridgwater · TA6 5HS
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 2 February 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 6,058 real Food Standards Agency records for Somerset, of which 5,515 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.