Food Hygiene Ratings in SO16

The SO16 postcode area has 284 registered food businesses with an average food hygiene rating of 3.9 out of 5. 86% of food businesses in SO16 hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5), and 13 hold the top rating of 5 (Very Good). Overall, SO16 maintains reasonable food hygiene standards, though some businesses could improve their rating. Food hygiene ratings are awarded by the local authority based on inspections carried out by environmental health officers. The rating reflects standards of food handling, the condition of the premises, and how well food safety is managed at the time of the inspection. Ratings range from 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary) to 5 (Very Good). Businesses can request a re-inspection if they believe their standards have improved since the last visit.