Leadgate Local food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Durham
Leadgate Local 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 1 June 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: Old Co-OP Buildings West Parade, Leadgate, DH8 7PJ
How it compares in Durham
That puts Leadgate Local among the 3,087 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← Leadgate Local | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 682 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 51 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 24 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 513 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 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 Leadgate Local 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 Leadgate Local, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| JK Catering Other catering premises | 195 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2024 |
| Big Hands Little Hands Nursery School Caring Premises | 200 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2026 |
| Leadgate convenience store Retailers - other | 366 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2025 |
| Leadgate WMC Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 August 2022 |
| Grizedale Care Home Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2025 |
| Rontec Villa Esso Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 June 2026 |
| Clart About Sensory Cafe Other catering premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 October 2024 |
| Consett Junior School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2024 |
Questions about Leadgate Local
What is Leadgate Local's food hygiene rating?
Leadgate Local has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 1 June 2022.
Is Leadgate Local 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 Leadgate Local last inspected?
Leadgate Local was last inspected on 1 June 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Leadgate Local?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Leadgate Local compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,132 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Leadgate Local is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Leadgate Local 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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Understanding this rating
More food hygiene ratings near here
Leadgate Local is one of 33 rated food businesses in Leadgate. See every hygiene rating in Leadgate →
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