Local Grocers Ltd food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · West Northamptonshire
Local Grocers Ltd 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 16 April 2021, more than 5 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: Church Mews, Church Lane, Pitsford, NN6 9AJ
How it compares in West Northamptonshire
That puts Local Grocers Ltd among the 2,565 places in West Northamptonshire holding top marks, 78% 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 | 2,565 | 78% | ← Local Grocers Ltd | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 377 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 251 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 44 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 9 | <1% |
A further 772 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 Local Grocers Ltd 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 Local Grocers Ltd, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood at Pitsford Primary School School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2020 |
| Northampton Sailing Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2019 |
| Pitsford Hall School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 May 2023 |
| Holroyd Howe @ Pitsford School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2026 |
| Manor Farm Shop Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 August 2022 |
| Moulton Grange Ltd Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2020 |
| KO Catering Mobile caterer | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 March 2026 |
Questions about Local Grocers Ltd
What is Local Grocers Ltd's food hygiene rating?
Local Grocers Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Northamptonshire Council on 16 April 2021.
Is Local Grocers Ltd 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 Local Grocers Ltd last inspected?
Local Grocers Ltd was last inspected on 16 April 2021, more than 5 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Northamptonshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Local Grocers Ltd?
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 Local Grocers Ltd compare to other places in West Northamptonshire?
78% of the 3,285 rated food businesses in West Northamptonshire hold the top rating of 5, and Local Grocers Ltd is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Northamptonshire Council inspects Local Grocers Ltd 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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