South West Burnley Community Grocery food hygiene rating
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South West Burnley 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 3 May 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: Valley Street Community Centre Valley Street, Burnley, BB11 5LZ
How it compares in Burnley
That puts South West Burnley Community Grocery among the 551 places in Burnley holding top marks, 70% 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 | 551 | 70% | ← South West Burnley Community Grocery | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 164 | 21% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 51 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 17 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 93 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 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 South West Burnley 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 South West Burnley Community Grocery, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fausto Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 April 2026 |
| Batch Brew Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2020 |
| Bobbys Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 August 2023 |
| Coal Clough Community Association Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2026 |
| Coal Clough Academy Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 September 2022 |
| Best Booze Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 June 2017 |
| Barracks Service Station Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2019 |
| Burnley Oriental Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 September 2025 |
Questions about South West Burnley Community Grocery
What is South West Burnley Community Grocery's food hygiene rating?
South West Burnley Community Grocery has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Burnley Council on 3 May 2022.
Is South West Burnley 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 South West Burnley Community Grocery last inspected?
South West Burnley Community Grocery was last inspected on 3 May 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Burnley Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at South West Burnley Community Grocery?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 South West Burnley Community Grocery compare to other places in Burnley?
70% of the 790 rated food businesses in Burnley hold the top rating of 5, and South West Burnley Community Grocery is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Burnley Council inspects South West Burnley 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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