Harlestone Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · West Northamptonshire
Harlestone Stores 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 26 April 2017, more than 9 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: Harlestone Village Store, 58 Duston Road, Upper Harlestone, NN7 4EH
How it compares in West Northamptonshire
That puts Harlestone Stores among the 2,565 places in West Northamptonshire holding top marks, 78% 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 | 2,565 | 78% | ← Harlestone Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 377 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 251 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 44 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 9 | <1% |
A further 772 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 Harlestone Stores 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 Harlestone Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northampton Golf Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 374 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 March 2022 |
| Kingswood at Harlestone Primary School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 May 2023 |
| Londis Retailers - other | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 September 2022 |
| Munchies Snacks Mobile caterer | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 February 2024 |
| Central England Co-operative Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 January 2026 |
| Duston Cottage Takeaway/sandwich shop | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 January 2023 |
| Duston Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 March 2026 |
| Cafemonde Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 August 2023 |
Questions about Harlestone Stores
What is Harlestone Stores's food hygiene rating?
Harlestone Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Northamptonshire Council on 26 April 2017.
Is Harlestone Stores 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 Harlestone Stores last inspected?
Harlestone Stores was last inspected on 26 April 2017, more than 9 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Northamptonshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Harlestone Stores?
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 Harlestone Stores compare to other places in West Northamptonshire?
78% of the 3,285 rated food businesses in West Northamptonshire hold the top rating of 5, and Harlestone Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Northamptonshire Council inspects Harlestone Stores 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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