What is the average food hygiene rating in Vale of Glamorgan?

The average food hygiene rating in Vale of Glamorgan is 4.59 out of 5, across 1,163 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How does Vale of Glamorgan compare with the national average for food hygiene?

70.9% of rated premises in Vale of Glamorgan hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 8.8 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Vale of Glamorgan 278 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 Vale of Glamorgan have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

825 food businesses in Vale of Glamorgan hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 70.9% of the 1,163 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 5 June 2026.

How many food businesses in Vale of Glamorgan have a low hygiene rating?

19 food businesses in Vale of Glamorgan 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 Vale of Glamorgan food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Vale of Glamorgan (1,303 establishments on record, 1,163 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 Vale of Glamorgan

In Vale of Glamorgan, 70.9% of 1,163 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.59/5. These figures cover 1,303 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Vale of Glamorgan has 825 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 1,163 rated premises (70.9%). 19 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 5 June 2026.

5★ share: 70.9%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: -8.8 pp
National rank: 278 / 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 Vale of Glamorgan

5★ Very Good

825 (70.9%)

4★ Good

223 (19.2%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

96 (8.3%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

11 (0.9%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

8 (0.7%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 89 awaiting inspection and 51 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 89 awaiting inspection and 51 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Vale of Glamorgan: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Vale of Glamorgan?: The average food hygiene rating in Vale of Glamorgan is 4.59 out of 5, across 1,163 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Vale of Glamorgan compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 70.9% of rated premises in Vale of Glamorgan hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 8.8 percentage points below the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Vale of Glamorgan 278 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 Vale of Glamorgan have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 825 food businesses in Vale of Glamorgan hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 70.9% of the 1,163 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 5 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Vale of Glamorgan have a low hygiene rating?: 19 food businesses in Vale of Glamorgan 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 Vale of Glamorgan food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Vale of Glamorgan (1,303 establishments on record, 1,163 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 Vale of Glamorgan

Peterston Super Ely Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · Peterston-super-ely Junior And Infant School Heol Llanbedr, Peterston Super Ely, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF5 6LP
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 5 June 2026
Atlantic CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 3 Windmill Industrial Estate Wimborne Road, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF63 3DH
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 27 May 2026
AsdaRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Asda Ffordd Y Mileniwm, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF62 5AT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 May 2026
Helen's Happy HensManufacturers/packers · CF71
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 26 May 2026
The Big Fresh Catering Company ( Envenlode Primary School)School/college/university · Evenlode Primary School Evenlode Avenue, Penarth, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF64 3PD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Time to EatTakeaway/sandwich shop · 12 Glebe Street, Penarth, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF64 1ED
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 20 May 2026
Saplings Out of School CareCaring Premises · Evenlode Primary School Evenlode Avenue, Penarth, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF64 3PD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Costa Coffee Barry Drive ThroughRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Costa Coffee Unit 7 Waterfront Retail Park Heol Ceiniog, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF63 4BA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Mo'sRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 6 Station Approach, Penarth, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF64 3EE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
St.Richard Gwyn SchoolSchool/college/university · St Richard Gwyn Rc High School Argae Lane, St Andrews Major, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF63 1BL
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
The Big Fresh Catering CompanyRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Marina Pavilion Penarth Pier The Esplanade, Penarth, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF64 3AU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Dyffryn Gardens Tea Room & Gallery CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Dyffryn Gardens, Dyffryn, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF5 6FZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026

Places needing improvement in Vale of Glamorgan

Burger KingRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Burger King Unit 6 Waterfront Retail Park Heol Ceiniog, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF63 4BA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 30 April 2026
Chicken ValleyTakeaway/sandwich shop · Smart Kebab House And Fish Bar 41 Vere Street, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF63 2HU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 28 January 2026
Cadoxton Multicultural Voluntary CommunityOther catering premises · CF63
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 26 January 2026
The Highwayman InnRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Highwayman Inn, Nurston, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF62 3BH
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 16 February 2026
New Kwon ShanTakeaway/sandwich shop · 262 Holton Road, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF63 4HU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 February 2026
Romys CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Romy's Cafe And Bar 8 Esplanade Buildings Friars Road, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF62 5TJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 May 2026
Anthuvan Local StoreRetailers - other · Cross Street Stores 35 Cross Street, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF63 4LU
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 January 2026
Marianos PizzeriaTakeaway/sandwich shop · Marianos Pizzeria 15 Broad Street, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan · CF62 7AB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 15 April 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 1,303 real Food Standards Agency records for Vale of Glamorgan, of which 1,163 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.