Londis Blackhill food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Durham
Londis Blackhill 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 22 May 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: 103-105 Durham Road, Blackhill, DH8 8RP
How it compares in Durham
That puts Londis Blackhill among the 3,088 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 | 3,088 | 75% | ← Londis Blackhill | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 676 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 285 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 22 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 517 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 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 Londis Blackhill 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 Londis Blackhill, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Express Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 30 January 2024 |
| Blackhill Fish and Chip Shop Takeaway/sandwich shop | 19 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2025 |
| Tesco Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 62 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2026 |
| Lisa's Little Tearoom Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 81 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 September 2025 |
| JF Kennedy Care Centre Other catering premises | 109 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2026 |
| Shotley Bridge Nursery School School/college/university | 238 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 June 2026 |
| Benfieldside Primary School School/college/university | 384 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2025 |
| The Cricketers Pub/bar/nightclub | 397 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 March 2026 |
Questions about Londis Blackhill
What is Londis Blackhill's food hygiene rating?
Londis Blackhill has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 22 May 2024.
Is Londis Blackhill 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 Londis Blackhill last inspected?
Londis Blackhill was last inspected on 22 May 2024, more than 2 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 Londis Blackhill?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Londis Blackhill compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,123 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Londis Blackhill is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Londis Blackhill 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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