Esso Rontec food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Durham
Esso Rontec 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 17 October 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: Service Station Morrison Industrial Estate North, Annfield Plain, DH9 7RX
How it compares in Durham
That puts Esso Rontec among the 3,087 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← Esso Rontec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 682 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 51 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 512 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 Good
- How well they manage food safety Very 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 Esso Rontec 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 Esso Rontec, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain Junior School School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 May 2025 |
| China Tasty Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 4 - Good | 17 April 2026 |
| Golden Fry Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2024 |
| Best One - Gaba & Sons Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 4 - Good | 14 April 2026 |
| Prime Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2026 |
| Queens Head Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2019 |
| Candy Parrot Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2022 |
| Annfield Plain Democratic Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2019 |
Questions about Esso Rontec
What is Esso Rontec's food hygiene rating?
Esso Rontec has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 17 October 2023.
Is Esso Rontec 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 Esso Rontec last inspected?
Esso Rontec was last inspected on 17 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Esso Rontec?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Esso Rontec compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Esso Rontec is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Esso Rontec 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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