Halesworth Community Larder food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Suffolk
Halesworth Community Larder 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 12 January 2022, more than 4 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: St Marys Church, Steeple End, Halesworth, IP19 8LL
How it compares in East Suffolk
That puts Halesworth Community Larder among the 1,996 places in East Suffolk holding top marks, 86% 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 | 1,996 | 86% | ← Halesworth Community Larder | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 216 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 71 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 22 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 17 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 207 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 Halesworth Community Larder 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 Halesworth Community Larder, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allens Butchers Retailers - other | 70 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 August 2025 |
| Golden House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 70 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 May 2024 |
| The White Swan Pub/bar/nightclub | 95 yards away | 4 - Good | 18 March 2025 |
| Istanbul Kebabs Takeaway/sandwich shop | 103 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 25 September 2025 |
| Raj Puth Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 109 yards away | 4 - Good | 9 April 2026 |
| Halesworth Local Retailers - other | 112 yards away | 4 - Good | 14 May 2026 |
| Singtong Neeyom Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 112 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 October 2024 |
| Bacchus Beyond Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 115 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2024 |
Questions about Halesworth Community Larder
What is Halesworth Community Larder's food hygiene rating?
Halesworth Community Larder has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Suffolk Council on 12 January 2022.
Is Halesworth Community Larder 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 Halesworth Community Larder last inspected?
Halesworth Community Larder was last inspected on 12 January 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Halesworth Community Larder?
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 Halesworth Community Larder compare to other places in East Suffolk?
86% of the 2,323 rated food businesses in East Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and Halesworth Community Larder is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Suffolk Council inspects Halesworth Community Larder 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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