New China Cottage food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · West Northamptonshire
New China Cottage holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 31 May 2019, more than 7 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: 4 Market Place, Brackley, NN13 7DP
How it compares in West Northamptonshire
That puts New China Cottage 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% | ← New China Cottage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 378 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 251 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 43 | 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 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 New China Cottage 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 New China Cottage, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brackley Kebab House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 10 yards away | 4 - Good | 17 November 2025 |
| Caprinos Pizza Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 33 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2025 |
| Chilli and Pepper Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 34 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2026 |
| Saffron Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 42 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2024 |
| Thee Baguette Shop Takeaway/sandwich shop | 69 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 March 2022 |
| Brackley Band Supporters Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 72 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 May 2025 |
| Rossetti Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 75 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 March 2022 |
| Braccaley Community Shop Retailers - other | 75 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2025 |
Questions about New China Cottage
What is New China Cottage's food hygiene rating?
New China Cottage has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Northamptonshire Council on 31 May 2019.
Is New China Cottage 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was New China Cottage last inspected?
New China Cottage was last inspected on 31 May 2019, more than 7 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 New China Cottage?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does New China Cottage 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 New China Cottage is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Northamptonshire Council inspects New China Cottage 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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