Watton Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Breckland
Watton Stores 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 20 February 2024, 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: 42 High Street, Watton, IP25 6AE
How it compares in Breckland
That puts Watton Stores among the 1,014 places in Breckland holding top marks, 86% 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 | 1,014 | 86% | ← Watton Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 101 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 47 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 77 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 Watton Stores 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 Watton Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing Diner Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 22 yards away | 4 - Good | 8 January 2026 |
| DORSA Supermarket Retailers - other | 22 yards away | 1 - Major improvement necessary | 8 May 2026 |
| Labas Shop Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 23 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 13 March 2025 |
| Watton Edwards News Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 33 yards away | 4 - Good | 9 July 2025 |
| Watton Off Licence Ltd Retailers - other | 46 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2025 |
| Max Pal Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 62 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 21 January 2026 |
| Adems Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 62 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2025 |
| Crown Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 62 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2024 |
Questions about Watton Stores
What is Watton Stores's food hygiene rating?
Watton Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Breckland Council on 20 February 2024.
Is Watton Stores 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 Watton Stores last inspected?
Watton Stores was last inspected on 20 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Breckland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Watton Stores?
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 Watton Stores compare to other places in Breckland?
86% of the 1,180 rated food businesses in Breckland hold the top rating of 5, and Watton Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Breckland Council inspects Watton Stores 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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