What is the average food hygiene rating in South Staffordshire?

The average food hygiene rating in South Staffordshire is 4.79 out of 5, across 685 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How does South Staffordshire compare with the national average for food hygiene?

86.1% of rated premises in South Staffordshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 6.4 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks South Staffordshire 89 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 South Staffordshire have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

590 food businesses in South Staffordshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 86.1% of the 685 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 12 May 2026.

How many food businesses in South Staffordshire have a low hygiene rating?

14 food businesses in South Staffordshire 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 South Staffordshire food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for South Staffordshire (734 establishments on record, 685 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 South Staffordshire

In South Staffordshire, 86.1% of 685 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.79/5. These figures cover 734 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

South Staffordshire has 590 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 685 rated premises (86.1%). 14 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 12 May 2026.

5★ share: 86.1%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +6.4 pp
National rank: 89 / 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 South Staffordshire

5★ Very Good

590 (86.1%)

4★ Good

64 (9.3%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

17 (2.5%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

8 (1.2%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

6 (0.9%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 30 awaiting inspection and 19 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 30 awaiting inspection and 19 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in South Staffordshire: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in South Staffordshire?: The average food hygiene rating in South Staffordshire is 4.79 out of 5, across 685 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does South Staffordshire compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 86.1% of rated premises in South Staffordshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 6.4 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks South Staffordshire 89 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 South Staffordshire have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 590 food businesses in South Staffordshire hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 86.1% of the 685 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 12 May 2026.
How many food businesses in South Staffordshire have a low hygiene rating?: 14 food businesses in South Staffordshire 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 South Staffordshire food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for South Staffordshire (734 establishments on record, 685 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 South Staffordshire

Essington Fruit Farm Shop & ButcheryRetailers - other · Essington Fruit Farm, Bognop Road, Essington, South Staffordshire · WV11 2BA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 12 May 2026
Cherry Tree BakesOther catering premises · WS6
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 11 May 2026
Molly's Cakes And BakesOther catering premises · WS12
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 7 May 2026
The Bourne GrillRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 1 Gravel Hill, Wombourne, WOLVERHAMPTON · WV5 9HA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
Wightwick Hall SchoolSchool/college/university · Tinacre Hill, Wightwick, WOLVERHAMPTON, West Midlands · WV6 8DA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
Oaken Hayes FarmRetailers - other · 602 Walsall Road, Great Wyrley, South Staffordshire · WS6 6AG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 May 2026
The Royal OakPub/bar/nightclub · Ivetsey Bank Road, Bishops Wood, South Staffordshire · ST19 9AE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 May 2026
The Willows Care HomeCaring Premises · 14 Wolverhampton Road, Codsall, South Staffordshire · WV8 1PP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 April 2026
BeaubrookRetailers - other · Unit B, Central Buildings, High Street, Wombourne · WV5 9DN
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 29 April 2026
Essington Working Mens ClubPub/bar/nightclub · 138 High Hill, Essington, South Staffordshire · WV11 2DW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 April 2026
Westfield Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · Ounsdale Road, Wombourne, South Staffordshire · WV5 8BH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 23 April 2026
Conifers Nursing HomeCaring Premises · 18 Johns Lane, Great Wyrley, South Staffordshire · WS6 6BY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 22 April 2026

Places needing improvement in South Staffordshire

Table For YouTakeaway/sandwich shop · D B Garden Centre Limited, Dimmingsdale Garden Centre And Nurseries, Ebstree Road, Trysull · WV4 4XQ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 21 August 2025
The SummerhousePub/bar/nightclub · The Summer House, 92 Gospel End Road, Gospel End, DUDLEY · DY3 4AN
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 May 2026
Lifestyle ExpressRetailers - other · Unit 3, The Shopping Centre, The Avenue, Featherstone · WV10 7AT
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 30 June 2025
All Saints PrimarySchool/college/university · All Saints C Of E Primary School, School Lane, Bednall, STAFFORD · ST17 0SD
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 25 September 2025
Londis Featherstone Wines LtdRetailers - other · 22 The Avenue, Featherstone, South Staffordshire · WV10 7AT
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 12 March 2025
The Navigation InnPub/bar/nightclub · Navigation Inn, Greensforge, KINGSWINFORD · DY6 0AH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 27 February 2026
Kebab KingTakeaway/sandwich shop · 3 Rosemary Road, Cheslyn Hay, WALSALL · WS6 7DY
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 May 2026
Wardles Lane Fish BarTakeaway/sandwich shop · 9 Quinton Court Shopping Centre, Wardles Lane, Great Wyrley, South Staffordshire · WS6 6DY
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 February 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 734 real Food Standards Agency records for South Staffordshire, of which 685 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.