Shell Orwell food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Ipswich
Shell Orwell 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 16 February 2024, 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: Shell Service Station, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP10 0NZ
How it compares in Ipswich
That puts Shell Orwell among the 989 places in Ipswich holding top marks, 95% 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 | 989 | 95% | ← Shell Orwell | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 41 | 4% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 76 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 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 Shell Orwell 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 Shell Orwell, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluebird Lodge Community Hospital Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2025 |
| Aspens Services Ltd School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 May 2025 |
| Avid Indoor Climbing Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 January 2019 |
| Alderwood Academy School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2025 |
| All Hallows Church Top-Up Shop Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2024 |
| All Hallows Lunch Club Caring Premises | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 February 2023 |
Questions about Shell Orwell
What is Shell Orwell's food hygiene rating?
Shell Orwell has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Ipswich Council on 16 February 2024.
Is Shell Orwell 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 Shell Orwell last inspected?
Shell Orwell was last inspected on 16 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Ipswich Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Shell Orwell?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "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 Shell Orwell compare to other places in Ipswich?
95% of the 1,044 rated food businesses in Ipswich hold the top rating of 5, and Shell Orwell is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Ipswich Council inspects Shell Orwell 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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