What is the average food hygiene rating in WF10?

The average food hygiene rating in the WF10 postcode area of Wakefield is 4.71 out of 5, across 439 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 WF10 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

347 food businesses in the WF10 postcode area of Wakefield hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 79% of the 439 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.

How many food businesses in WF10 have a low hygiene rating?

8 food businesses in the WF10 postcode area of Wakefield 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 WF10 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the WF10 postcode area of Wakefield (481 establishments on record, 439 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 WF10

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the WF10 postcode area of Wakefield hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.71/5, with 79% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 481 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

WF10 (Wakefield) has 347 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 439 rated premises (79%). 8 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.

Rating distribution in WF10

5★ Very Good

347 (79%)

4★ Good

70 (15.9%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

14 (3.2%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

4 (0.9%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

4 (0.9%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 29 awaiting inspection and 13 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in WF10: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in WF10?: The average food hygiene rating in the WF10 postcode area of Wakefield is 4.71 out of 5, across 439 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 WF10 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 347 food businesses in the WF10 postcode area of Wakefield hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 79% of the 439 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 8 June 2026.
How many food businesses in WF10 have a low hygiene rating?: 8 food businesses in the WF10 postcode area of Wakefield 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 WF10 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the WF10 postcode area of Wakefield (481 establishments on record, 439 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 WF10

R & J Catering White Unit (18ft)Mobile caterer · WF10
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
R & J Catering Cream Unit (20ft)Mobile caterer · WF10
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 8 June 2026
Best-One ExpressRetailers - other · 65 Airedale Road, Castleford · WF10 3EE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Bubble CiteaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Unit 32, Xscape, Colorado Way, Castleford · WF10 4TA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 28 May 2026
Pop Inn Cafe/B Crafty Creative CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 5 Wilson Street, Castleford · WF10 1JY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Judy's CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 11 Sagar Street, Castleford · WF10 1AG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Mamma P's PantryTakeaway/sandwich shop · 41 Ferrybridge Road, Castleford · WF10 4JQ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Whitwood Golf ClubOther catering premises · Altofts Lane, Castleford · WF10 5PZ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Cozy Corner CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 38-40 Leyland Road, Castleford · WF10 3SG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Castleford Brewhouse Rhythm and BrewsPub/bar/nightclub · 16 Carlton Street, Castleford · WF10 1AY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Cryer & StottRetailers - other · Stall 25, Market Hall, Carlton Street, Castleford · WF10 1BE
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Wonderful ChineseTakeaway/sandwich shop · 150 Leeds Road, Glasshoughton, Castleford · WF10 4PB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026

Places needing improvement in WF10

Aj Delight Continental StoreRetailers - other · Carlton Street, Castleford · WF10 1AX
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 13 March 2026
Taz Convenience Stores/LondisRetailers - other · 15 Wood Lane, Castleford · WF10 5PQ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 21 August 2025
USA FCTakeaway/sandwich shop · 105 Carlton Street, Castleford · WF10 1DX
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 2 December 2025
Mr News N BoozeRetailers - other · 19 The Square, Castleford · WF10 3JJ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 26 March 2025
Capri PizzeriaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 161 Aketon Road, Castleford · WF10 5DY
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 February 2025
BB's Alfresco FoodMobile caterer · WF10
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 13 March 2026
McDonalds RestaurantRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Mcdonalds, Colorado Way, Castleford · WF10 4TA
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 14 May 2026
One CurryTakeaway/sandwich shop · 20 Lumley Street, Castleford · WF10 5LB
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 20 January 2026

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 481 real Food Standards Agency records for the WF10 postcode area, of which 439 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.