What is the average food hygiene rating in TA1?

The average food hygiene rating in the TA1 postcode area of Somerset is 4.81 out of 5, across 422 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 TA1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

372 food businesses in the TA1 postcode area of Somerset hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 88.2% of the 422 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 20 May 2026.

How many food businesses in TA1 have a low hygiene rating?

10 food businesses in the TA1 postcode area of 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 TA1 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the TA1 postcode area of Somerset (455 establishments on record, 422 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 TA1

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the TA1 postcode area of Somerset hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.81/5, with 88.2% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 455 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

TA1 (Somerset) has 372 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 422 rated premises (88.2%). 10 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 20 May 2026.

Rating distribution in TA1

5★ Very Good

372 (88.2%)

4★ Good

33 (7.8%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

7 (1.7%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

5 (1.2%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

5 (1.2%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 28 awaiting inspection and 5 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in TA1: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in TA1?: The average food hygiene rating in the TA1 postcode area of Somerset is 4.81 out of 5, across 422 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 TA1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 372 food businesses in the TA1 postcode area of Somerset hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 88.2% of the 422 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 20 May 2026.
How many food businesses in TA1 have a low hygiene rating?: 10 food businesses in the TA1 postcode area of 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 TA1 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the TA1 postcode area of Somerset (455 establishments on record, 422 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 TA1

Northfield CourtCaring Premises · Northfield Court, Pollards Way, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 1AD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
The Pantry (2nd Van)Mobile caterer · TA1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
Holway Park Community SchoolSchool/college/university · Holway Park Community Primary, Shakespeare Avenue, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 2JA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 12 May 2026
Stillmans (Somerset) LtdManufacturers/packers · 55 Station Road, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 1NZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 12 May 2026
Caterplus @ McCarthy & Stone - Kingfisher CourtCaring Premises · 1 Kingfisher Court, South Street, Taunton · TA1 3GH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 7 May 2026
Caterplus @ McCarthy & Stone - Ellisfield CourtCaring Premises · Ellisfields Court, Mount Street, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 3SS
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 7 May 2026
Lindley HouseCaring Premises · Lindley House, 62-65 East Reach, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 3EZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
Primary Colours Day NurseryCaring Premises · Primary Colours Day Nursery Trident Youth And Community Centre, Galmington Road, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 5NN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
The Purplespoon Cafe at the Great Western HotelRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Great Western House, Station Approach South, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 1QW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
Bold & Brave - Young SomersetTakeaway/sandwich shop · 3 Riverside Place, St James Street, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 1JH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 May 2026
New Creation CoffeeMobile caterer · TA1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 May 2026
St Margarets Somerset HospiceCaring Premises · Heron Drive, Bishops Hull Taunton, Somerset · TA1 5HA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 April 2026

Places needing improvement in TA1

Apple Tree StoresRetailers - other · 107 Laxton Road, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 2XU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 February 2026
Afribox LtdManufacturers/packers · 6 Bath Place, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 4ER
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 23 January 2026
DD's DumplingsRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · TA1
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 7 March 2025
European SuperstoreRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 23 East Reach, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 3EP
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 February 2026
Pizza HotTakeaway/sandwich shop · 81-83 Station Road, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 1PB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 February 2026
Eastgate Euro Mini Market LtdRetailers - other · 5 Eastgate, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 3NB
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 28 November 2024
Madina Butcher and Grocery ShopTakeaway/sandwich shop · 79 Station Road, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 1PB
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 July 2025
Pink GarlicRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 53 Hamilton Road, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 2EL
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 13 January 2026

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 455 real Food Standards Agency records for the TA1 postcode area, of which 422 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.