What is the average food hygiene rating in SN1?

The average food hygiene rating in the SN1 postcode area of Swindon is 4.62 out of 5, across 380 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 SN1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

290 food businesses in the SN1 postcode area of Swindon hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 76.3% of the 380 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 26 May 2026.

How many food businesses in SN1 have a low hygiene rating?

11 food businesses in the SN1 postcode area of Swindon are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 3 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 SN1 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the SN1 postcode area of Swindon (446 establishments on record, 380 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 SN1

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the SN1 postcode area of Swindon hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.62/5, with 76.3% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 446 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

SN1 (Swindon) has 290 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 380 rated premises (76.3%). 11 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 26 May 2026.

Rating distribution in SN1

5★ Very Good

290 (76.3%)

4★ Good

58 (15.3%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

21 (5.5%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

1 (0.3%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

7 (1.8%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

3 (0.8%)

Plus 50 awaiting inspection and 16 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in SN1: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in SN1?: The average food hygiene rating in the SN1 postcode area of Swindon is 4.62 out of 5, across 380 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 SN1 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 290 food businesses in the SN1 postcode area of Swindon hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 76.3% of the 380 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 26 May 2026.
How many food businesses in SN1 have a low hygiene rating?: 11 food businesses in the SN1 postcode area of Swindon are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 3 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 SN1 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the SN1 postcode area of Swindon (446 establishments on record, 380 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 SN1

The Castle InnPub/bar/nightclub · Castle Hotel, 28 Prospect Place, Old Town, Swindon · SN1 3LQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 May 2026
Sim's Kitchen GoaTakeaway/sandwich shop · 65 Commercial Road, Swindon · SN1 5NX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Ruchi / GandhiRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 89 Victoria Road, Old Town, Swindon · SN1 3BD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
Goan SmileOther catering premises · SN1
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Grano LabRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 131 Victoria Road, Old Town, Swindon · SN1 3BU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
KTMM Hub LtdRetailers - other · 98, 98 - 98A Drove Road, Swindon · SN1 3AF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Swindon Cricket ClubPub/bar/nightclub · Cricket Club, County Ground, County Road, Swindon · SN1 2ED
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 16 May 2026
BaristocatsRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Ground Floor, 115 Commercial Road, Swindon · SN1 5PL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 May 2026
Abbys Food StoresRetailers - other · 147 Manchester Road, Swindon · SN1 2AF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
Four Seasons GroceriesRetailers - other · 54 Manchester Road, Swindon · SN1 2AG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
India BazzarRetailers - other · 103 Broad Street, Swindon · SN1 2DT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026
Kingfisher CE Primary AcademySchool/college/university · Kingfisher Ce Academy, Peglars Way, Swindon, Swindon · SN1 7DA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 13 May 2026

Places needing improvement in SN1

Golden Fresh MartRetailers - other · Ground Floor, 118 Anglia House, 115 - 118 Commercial Road, Swindon · SN1 5PL
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 2 December 2025
The Biryani LoungeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 21 - 22 Regent Street, Swindon · SN1 1JL
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 January 2026
Taste Of AfricaRetailers - other · 12 Market Street, Swindon · SN1 1RZ
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 July 2025
Pizza King And King ChickenTakeaway/sandwich shop · 25 Manchester Road, Swindon · SN1 2AB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 3 March 2026
Beemah Foods / Beemah Global InvOther catering premises · SN1
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 12 November 2024
Asafo MarketRetailers - other · 33 Faringdon Road, Swindon · SN1 5AR
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 22 July 2025
Shinwari Kebab LtdTakeaway/sandwich shop · 52 Manchester Road, Swindon · SN1 2AG
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 November 2025
Best FoodRetailers - other · 53 - 54 Regent Street, Swindon · SN1 1JS
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 14 February 2025

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 446 real Food Standards Agency records for the SN1 postcode area, of which 380 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.