Totton Timebank food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · New Forest
Totton Timebank holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 25 April 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: Totton and E, Testwood Lane, Totton, SO40 3AP
How it compares in New Forest
That puts Totton Timebank among the 1,153 places in New Forest holding top marks, 80% 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 | 1,153 | 80% | ← Totton Timebank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 183 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 69 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 138 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 Totton Timebank 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 Totton Timebank, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Totton Lunch Club Other catering premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2023 |
| Cats Protection - Southampton Branch Charity Shop Retailers - other | 123 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2026 |
| Costa Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 148 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2025 |
| Acorns Community Preschool Caring Premises | 159 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 September 2022 |
| Arrosto DI Caffe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 233 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 November 2024 |
| Americano Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 256 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 May 2026 |
| Fun Box Day Nursery Caring Premises | 269 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 November 2018 |
| Domino's Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 279 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 May 2025 |
Questions about Totton Timebank
What is Totton Timebank's food hygiene rating?
Totton Timebank has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by New Forest Council on 25 April 2024.
Is Totton Timebank 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Totton Timebank last inspected?
Totton Timebank was last inspected on 25 April 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by New Forest Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Totton Timebank?
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 Totton Timebank compare to other places in New Forest?
80% of the 1,435 rated food businesses in New Forest hold the top rating of 5, and Totton Timebank is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
New Forest Council inspects Totton Timebank 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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