Blyth Food Bank food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Northumberland
Blyth Food Bank 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 17 April 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: 1 Seaforth Street, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 1AY
How it compares in Northumberland
That puts Blyth Food Bank among the 2,775 places in Northumberland 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 | 2,775 | 90% | ← Blyth Food Bank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 214 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 67 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 393 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 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 Blyth Food Bank 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 Blyth Food Bank, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar 38 Pub/bar/nightclub | 7 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 March 2024 |
| Blyth United Services Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 100 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| Boyes Retailers - other | 123 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 September 2024 |
| Domino's Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 204 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 July 2024 |
| Doppio's Coffee House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 214 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2026 |
| Fabio's Pizza & Grill Takeaway/sandwich shop | 216 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2025 |
| Burger 8 Blyth Takeaway/sandwich shop | 239 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2026 |
| Cafe Sambuca Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 269 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2024 |
Questions about Blyth Food Bank
What is Blyth Food Bank's food hygiene rating?
Blyth Food Bank has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Northumberland Council on 17 April 2023.
Is Blyth Food Bank 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 Blyth Food Bank last inspected?
Blyth Food Bank was last inspected on 17 April 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Northumberland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Blyth Food Bank?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Blyth Food Bank compare to other places in Northumberland?
90% of the 3,073 rated food businesses in Northumberland hold the top rating of 5, and Blyth Food Bank is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Northumberland Council inspects Blyth Food Bank 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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