Velo Edge food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Cheshire East
Velo Edge 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 5 February 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: 48a London Road, Alderley Edge, SK9 7DZ
How it compares in Cheshire East
That puts Velo Edge among the 2,437 places in Cheshire East holding top marks, 89% 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 | 2,437 | 89% | ← Velo Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 192 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 71 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 9 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 360 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 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 Velo Edge 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 Velo Edge, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alderley Service Station Retailers - other | 55 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 December 2024 |
| Fosters Fish and Chips/Fosters Street Food Takeaway/sandwich shop | 66 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 September 2025 |
| Morrisons Daily Retailers - other | 96 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2024 |
| Nook & Cranny Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 99 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 October 2025 |
| De Trafford Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 99 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 July 2025 |
| Modern Farmhouse Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 112 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 October 2025 |
| Costa Coffee Other catering premises | 129 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2025 |
| Neki Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 172 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 May 2026 |
Questions about Velo Edge
What is Velo Edge's food hygiene rating?
Velo Edge has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cheshire East Council on 5 February 2024.
Is Velo Edge 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 Velo Edge last inspected?
Velo Edge was last inspected on 5 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cheshire East Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Velo Edge?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Velo Edge compare to other places in Cheshire East?
89% of the 2,734 rated food businesses in Cheshire East hold the top rating of 5, and Velo Edge is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cheshire East Council inspects Velo Edge 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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Velo Edge is one of 56 rated food businesses in Alderley Edge. See every hygiene rating in Alderley Edge →
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