Norwich Food Bank food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Norwich City
Norwich Food Bank holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 26 March 2018, more than 8 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: Suite 31, Henderson Business Centre, 51 Ivy Road, NR5 8BF
How it compares in Norwich City
That puts Norwich Food Bank among the 891 places in Norwich City holding top marks, 65% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 891 | 65% | ← Norwich Food Bank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 330 | 24% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 115 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 22 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 210 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Norwich Food Bank none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Norwich Food Bank, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bond Street Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2025 |
| Alias Kebab And Pizza House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 January 2026 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 December 2020 |
| Al Amin Cash And Carry Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 September 2025 |
| Bluebell Primary - Aspens Services School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 April 2025 |
| Alexandra Tavern Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2025 |
| Beaufort Lodge Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 May 2019 |
| Brick Frozen Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2026 |
Questions about Norwich Food Bank
What is Norwich Food Bank's food hygiene rating?
Norwich Food Bank has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Norwich City Council on 26 March 2018.
Is Norwich Food Bank safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Norwich Food Bank last inspected?
Norwich Food Bank was last inspected on 26 March 2018, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Norwich City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Norwich Food Bank?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Norwich Food Bank compare to other places in Norwich City?
65% of the 1,361 rated food businesses in Norwich City hold the top rating of 5, and Norwich Food Bank is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Norwich City Council inspects Norwich Food Bank and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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