Hailsham Food Bank food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Wealden
Hailsham 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 8 June 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: 4 Market Square, Hailsham, BN27 1AG
How it compares in Wealden
That puts Hailsham Food Bank among the 1,013 places in Wealden holding top marks, 77% 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 | 1,013 | 77% | ← Hailsham Food Bank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 218 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 71 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 54 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 Hailsham 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 Hailsham Food Bank, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kemer Kebab Takeaway/sandwich shop | 8 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 November 2024 |
| Burgers and Shakes Takeaway/sandwich shop | 35 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2026 |
| Rustico Hailsham Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 41 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2025 |
| George Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 62 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 February 2026 |
| Mira Restaurant Bar and Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 87 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 September 2025 |
| Iceland Foods Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 117 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 November 2024 |
| Costa Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 157 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 January 2026 |
| Cost Cutters Retailers - other | 169 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 November 2024 |
Questions about Hailsham Food Bank
What is Hailsham Food Bank's food hygiene rating?
Hailsham Food Bank has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Wealden Council on 8 June 2023.
Is Hailsham 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 Hailsham Food Bank last inspected?
Hailsham Food Bank was last inspected on 8 June 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Wealden Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hailsham 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 Hailsham Food Bank compare to other places in Wealden?
77% of the 1,308 rated food businesses in Wealden hold the top rating of 5, and Hailsham Food Bank is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Wealden Council inspects Hailsham 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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