Hexham Community Grocery food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Northumberland
Hexham Community Grocery 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 14 June 2023, more than 3 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 Wanless Lane, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1BZ
How it compares in Northumberland
That puts Hexham Community Grocery among the 2,775 places in Northumberland holding top marks, 90% 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 | 2,775 | 90% | ← Hexham Community Grocery | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 214 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 67 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 393 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 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 Hexham Community Grocery 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 Hexham Community Grocery, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kids 1st Childrens Day Nursery Caring Premises | 183 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 April 2025 |
| Hexham General Hospital Caring Premises | 215 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2025 |
| HVS Cafe and Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 215 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 March 2026 |
| Acomb Court Caring Premises | 229 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 April 2025 |
| Mr Ants Pub/bar/nightclub | 281 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 September 2022 |
| Hexham Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 337 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 January 2026 |
| Pavi Convenience Store Retailers - other | 338 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 January 2024 |
| Hexham Fish Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 356 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 September 2024 |
Questions about Hexham Community Grocery
What is Hexham Community Grocery's food hygiene rating?
Hexham Community Grocery has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Northumberland Council on 14 June 2023.
Is Hexham Community Grocery 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 Hexham Community Grocery last inspected?
Hexham Community Grocery was last inspected on 14 June 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Northumberland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hexham Community Grocery?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Hexham Community Grocery compare to other places in Northumberland?
90% of the 3,073 rated food businesses in Northumberland hold the top rating of 5, and Hexham Community Grocery is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Northumberland Council inspects Hexham Community Grocery 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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