Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Norwich City
Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea 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 12 September 2023, more than 2 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: Stall 50, Market Place, Norwich, NR2 1ND
How it compares in Norwich City
That puts Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea 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% | ← Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 331 | 24% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 116 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 22 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 208 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Very 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 Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea 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 Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Authentic Jamaican Kitchen Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 27 October 2025 |
| B's T's Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| Baha Kitchen @ Yalm Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 129 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2025 |
| Bill's Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 130 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 May 2025 |
| Bird & Blend Tea Co. Retailers - other | 149 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 October 2025 |
| Black Dog Teas Retailers - other | 161 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2025 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 209 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 September 2023 |
| Boston House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 227 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2025 |
Questions about Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea
What is Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea's food hygiene rating?
Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Norwich City Council on 12 September 2023.
Is Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea 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 Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea last inspected?
Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea was last inspected on 12 September 2023, more than 2 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 Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea compare to other places in Norwich City?
65% of the 1,362 rated food businesses in Norwich City hold the top rating of 5, and Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Norwich City Council inspects Birchley's Loose Leaf Tea 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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