Parkwood Community Larder food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Maidstone
Parkwood Community Larder 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 19 July 2023, 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: Rosemary Graham Day Centre, Somner Walk, Maidstone, ME15 9PR
How it compares in Maidstone
That puts Parkwood Community Larder among the 1,136 places in Maidstone holding top marks, 82% 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 | 1,136 | 82% | ← Parkwood Community Larder | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 165 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 61 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 65 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 Parkwood 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 Parkwood Community Larder, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrate Families CIC Other catering premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2026 |
| Compass Group At Holy Family Catholic Primary School School/college/university | 133 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2024 |
| Charlie's Chippy Takeaway/sandwich shop | 327 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2025 |
| Appetite Hot Meals Limited Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 September 2025 |
| Celebration Church Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2021 |
| Ashley Gardens Care Centre Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 May 2026 |
| Brishing Barn Nursery Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 July 2024 |
| Aldi Stores Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 November 2017 |
Questions about Parkwood Community Larder
What is Parkwood Community Larder's food hygiene rating?
Parkwood Community Larder has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Maidstone Council on 19 July 2023.
Is Parkwood 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Parkwood Community Larder last inspected?
Parkwood Community Larder was last inspected on 19 July 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Maidstone Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Parkwood Community Larder?
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 Parkwood Community Larder compare to other places in Maidstone?
82% of the 1,387 rated food businesses in Maidstone hold the top rating of 5, and Parkwood Community Larder is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Maidstone Council inspects Parkwood 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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