Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) food hygiene rating
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Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) 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 23 March 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: St Barnabas Church, Albert Road, New Whittington, S43 2BH
How it compares in Chesterfield
That puts Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) among the 763 places in Chesterfield holding top marks, 88% 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 | 763 | 88% | ← Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 74 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 16 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 83 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 Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) 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 Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Gyros Mobile caterer | 162 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2025 |
| Bextons Butchers Ltd Retailers - other | 308 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2026 |
| China Dragon Takeaway/sandwich shop | 368 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2026 |
| Brimington Junior School Mellors Catering Services School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2025 |
| Barrow Hill Ltd Other catering premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2026 |
| Brimington Pre-school Caring Premises | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 September 2024 |
Questions about Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington)
What is Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington)'s food hygiene rating?
Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Chesterfield Council on 23 March 2023.
Is Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) 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 Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) last inspected?
Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) was last inspected on 23 March 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Chesterfield Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington)?
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 Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) compare to other places in Chesterfield?
88% of the 870 rated food businesses in Chesterfield hold the top rating of 5, and Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Chesterfield Council inspects Chesterfield Foodbank (New Whittington) 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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