South Brent Community Fridge food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · South Hams
South Brent Community Fridge holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 10 November 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: The Old School Community Centre, Totnes Road, South Brent, TQ10 9BP
How it compares in South Hams
That puts South Brent Community Fridge among the 774 places in South Hams holding top marks, 91% 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 | 774 | 91% | ← South Brent Community Fridge | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 56 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 15 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 253 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 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 South Brent Community Fridge 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 South Brent Community Fridge, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Brent Old School Centre Other catering premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 29 September 2025 |
| Packhorse Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 75 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2025 |
| Dartmoor Lodge No.4604 Pub/bar/nightclub | 90 yards away | Exempt | |
| Foggs Delicatessen Retailers - other | 110 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2025 |
| The Village Shop Retailers - other | 110 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2024 |
| South Brent Grill Takeaway/sandwich shop | 110 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 17 December 2025 |
| South Brent Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 120 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2026 |
| Station House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 143 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2026 |
Questions about South Brent Community Fridge
What is South Brent Community Fridge's food hygiene rating?
South Brent Community Fridge has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Hams Council on 10 November 2023.
Is South Brent Community Fridge 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was South Brent Community Fridge last inspected?
South Brent Community Fridge was last inspected on 10 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Hams Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at South Brent Community Fridge?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 South Brent Community Fridge compare to other places in South Hams?
91% of the 854 rated food businesses in South Hams hold the top rating of 5, and South Brent Community Fridge is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Hams Council inspects South Brent Community Fridge 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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