Thai Restaurants in
Rotherham — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 3 Thai businesses (3 dine-in)
Population: 265,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★★ 4.7/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.2% of \g<1>1275\g<2>
Market: Underserved — opportunity

2 FSA-registered Thai businesses · ★★★★☆ average hygiene rating · 0.2% of UK total

Data updated: 2026-06-04

Market Position Low competition Competition

  • vs London: Rotherham has 0.7% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 3.0% of London's 8.97M population.
  • vs UK Average: Rotherham \g<1>1275\g<2>.
  • Competition Level: Low competition
2
Total Thai Businesses
2
Dine-in Restaurants
0
Takeaways
★★★★
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Rotherham has **3 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **265,000**. That's **1.1 Thai businesses per 100,000 residents** — below the UK average of 5.1/100k. The market appears **underserved — low supply relative to population, suggesting unmet demand**.

Per-Capita Density
1.1/100k
UK avg: 5.1/100k (-4.0)
Hygiene Rating
★★★★☆
UK avg: ★★★★☆ (+0.5)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

All Thai food businesses in Rotherham are dine-in restaurants (3). There are no takeaway-only establishments.

This split matters for market entry strategy: a takeaway-heavy market suggests delivery-first demand; restaurant-dominant markets suggest eat-in culture.

How Rotherham Compares

**vs London:** Rotherham has 0.7% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 3.0% of London's population.

**vs UK total:** Rotherham \g<1>1275\g<2> across the UK.

What This Means for Operators

If you're considering opening a Thai restaurant in Rotherham, the data suggests this market may be underserved — a potential opportunity for new entrants. Use our operating costs guide to model the numbers, and check the full city comparison to see how Rotherham stacks up against other cities.

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Browse Restaurants in Rotherham

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Pad Thai Café Northfield • S60
Restaurant ★★★★★
Thai River Kwai Ltd Red Lion Yard • S60
Restaurant ★★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 2 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Rotherham. Average hygiene rating: ★4.5/5. 2 dine-in, 0 takeaway.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Rotherham?

There are 2 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Rotherham — 2 dine-in restaurants and 0 takeaways.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Rotherham?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Rotherham include Pad Thai Café, Thai River Kwai Ltd, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Rotherham?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 2 Thai businesses in Rotherham is 4.5/5 stars.

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