Letterboxcheese food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · North West Leicestershire
Letterboxcheese holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 12 August 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.
94% of rated food businesses in North West Leicestershire score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all North West Leicestershire ratings →
Address: Cottage Farm, Hinckley Road, Ibstock, LE67 6PA
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How it compares in North West Leicestershire
That puts Letterboxcheese among the 647 places in North West Leicestershire holding top marks, 82% 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 | 647 | 82% | ← Letterboxcheese | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 92 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 30 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 168 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 Very 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 Letterboxcheese 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 Letterboxcheese, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sweet Barn Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 November 2024 |
| Holmsdale Manor Nursery School Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 4 - Good | 19 September 2025 |
| Bargain booze plus Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 August 2025 |
| The Post House B&B Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 August 2024 |
| Bean And Brick Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 July 2025 |
| Cinnamon Tree Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Supercones Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 April 2024 |
| Haydons Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 4 - Good | 16 October 2025 |
Questions about Letterboxcheese
What is Letterboxcheese's food hygiene rating?
Letterboxcheese has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North West Leicestershire Council on 12 August 2024.
Is Letterboxcheese 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Letterboxcheese last inspected?
Letterboxcheese was last inspected on 12 August 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North West Leicestershire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Letterboxcheese?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 Letterboxcheese compare to other places in North West Leicestershire?
82% of the 791 rated food businesses in North West Leicestershire hold the top rating of 5, and Letterboxcheese is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North West Leicestershire Council inspects Letterboxcheese 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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