What is the average food hygiene rating in EX39?

The average food hygiene rating in the EX39 postcode area of Torridge is 4.73 out of 5, across 376 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 EX39 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

313 food businesses in the EX39 postcode area of Torridge hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 83.2% of the 376 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.

How many food businesses in EX39 have a low hygiene rating?

10 food businesses in the EX39 postcode area of Torridge 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 EX39 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the EX39 postcode area of Torridge (433 establishments on record, 376 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 EX39

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the EX39 postcode area of Torridge hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.73/5, with 83.2% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 433 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

EX39 (Torridge) has 313 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 376 rated premises (83.2%). 10 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.

Rating distribution in EX39

5★ Very Good

313 (83.2%)

4★ Good

39 (10.4%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

14 (3.7%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

4 (1.1%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

6 (1.6%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 13 awaiting inspection and 44 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in EX39: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in EX39?: The average food hygiene rating in the EX39 postcode area of Torridge is 4.73 out of 5, across 376 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 EX39 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 313 food businesses in the EX39 postcode area of Torridge hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 83.2% of the 376 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.
How many food businesses in EX39 have a low hygiene rating?: 10 food businesses in the EX39 postcode area of Torridge 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 EX39 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the EX39 postcode area of Torridge (433 establishments on record, 376 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 EX39

Roll BritanniaTakeaway/sandwich shop · Ground Floor, 2 Jubilee House, Queen Street, Bideford · EX39 2JH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
The CrowbarRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 20 Fore Street, Northam, Bideford, Devon · EX39 1AW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Country Cottage BakeryRetailers - other · 27 Nelson Road, Westward Ho!, Devon · EX39 1LQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 May 2026
Moran's Restaurant And BarRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Golf Links Road, Westward Ho!, Bideford, Devon · EX39 1LH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 May 2026
The Silk LoungePub/bar/nightclub · 6 Cooper Street, Bideford, Devon · EX39 2DA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 15 May 2026
Nach-Ho!Mobile caterer · EX39
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 11 May 2026
CabanaTakeaway/sandwich shop · Westbourne Terrace, Westward Ho!, Devon · EX39 1LL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 May 2026
Tasty Travelling ChefOther catering premises · Woolsery Sports And Community Hall, Meadow Court, Woolsery, Bideford · EX39 5EY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 23 April 2026
Catering By SusieOther catering premises · Littleham Village Hall, Littleham, Bideford, Devon · EX39 5HR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 April 2026
Le Petit MondeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 4 Cooper Street, Bideford, Devon · EX39 2DA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 31 March 2026
Grumpy's Kamayan CafeOther catering premises · EX39
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 31 March 2026
Bideford Bay Holiday ParkHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · Bucks Cross, Bideford, Devon · EX39 5DU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 March 2026

Places needing improvement in EX39

The Paramount Chinese TakeawayTakeaway/sandwich shop · 22 Bridgeland Street, Bideford, Devon · EX39 2QE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 March 2026
Nash Family Fruit \& VegRetailers - other · Kellands Fruit & Veg, 9 Mill Street, Bideford, Devon · EX39 2JT
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 31 January 2025
Hartland Post Office And StoresRetailers - other · 18 Fore Street, Hartland, Devon · EX39 6BD
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 November 2025
WingsRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · The Wings Hall, Lower Meddon Street, Bideford, Devon · EX39 2BJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 March 2026
The Kingsley InnPub/bar/nightclub · 11 Fore Street, Northam, Bideford, Devon · EX39 1AW
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 15 January 2026
Prince Of IndiaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 19 Bridgeland Street, Bideford, Devon · EX39 2QE
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 December 2025
The PocketRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 75 High Street, Bideford, Devon · EX39 2AA
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 19 June 2025
East The Water Stepping Stones Pre SchoolSchool/college/university · Pollyfield, Avon Road, Bideford, Devon · EX39 4BL
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 December 2025

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 433 real Food Standards Agency records for the EX39 postcode area, of which 376 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.