Fairmile Fisheries food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Fairmile Fisheries holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 4 July 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: 1 Fairmile Parade, Fairmile Road, Christchurch, BH23 2LP
How it compares in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
That puts Fairmile Fisheries among the 2,582 places in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole holding top marks, 88% 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 | 2,582 | 88% | ← Fairmile Fisheries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 239 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 87 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 567 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 Fairmile Fisheries 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 Fairmile Fisheries, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Frog Mobile caterer | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 August 2025 |
| Asda Express Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 August 2025 |
| Castle Parade Fish & Chips Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 January 2023 |
| Bonafide Wines Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2022 |
| Brantwood Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 November 2025 |
Questions about Fairmile Fisheries
What is Fairmile Fisheries's food hygiene rating?
Fairmile Fisheries has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council on 4 July 2024.
Is Fairmile Fisheries 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Fairmile Fisheries last inspected?
Fairmile Fisheries was last inspected on 4 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Fairmile Fisheries?
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 Fairmile Fisheries compare to other places in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
88% of the 2,942 rated food businesses in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole hold the top rating of 5, and Fairmile Fisheries is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council inspects Fairmile Fisheries 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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