Billingshurst Community Larder food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Horsham
Billingshurst Community Larder holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 15 February 2023, more than 3 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: School House The Weald School, Station Road, Billingshurst, RH14 9RX
How it compares in Horsham
That puts Billingshurst Community Larder among the 1,053 places in Horsham holding top marks, 90% 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 | 1,053 | 90% | ← Billingshurst Community Larder | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 129 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 Billingshurst Community Larder 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 Billingshurst Community Larder, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Chef Takeaway/sandwich shop | 298 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 September 2024 |
| Pizza and chicken planet Takeaway/sandwich shop | 301 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Suwannaphum Thai Cuisine LTD Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 306 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 November 2024 |
| The Railway Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 312 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Tom the Fish Distributors/Transporters | 327 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 October 2025 |
| Cafe The Hut Mobile caterer | 329 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 November 2024 |
| Tesco Express Retailers - other | 341 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 July 2023 |
| Oriental Express Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 367 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 September 2024 |
Questions about Billingshurst Community Larder
What is Billingshurst Community Larder's food hygiene rating?
Billingshurst Community Larder has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Horsham Council on 15 February 2023.
Is Billingshurst Community Larder 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Billingshurst Community Larder last inspected?
Billingshurst Community Larder was last inspected on 15 February 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Horsham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Billingshurst Community Larder?
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 Billingshurst Community Larder compare to other places in Horsham?
90% of the 1,173 rated food businesses in Horsham hold the top rating of 5, and Billingshurst Community Larder is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Horsham Council inspects Billingshurst Community Larder 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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