Baptist Church food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · West Suffolk
Baptist Church holds a 4, meaning hygiene standards at the business are good. It is a solid result, the inspector found nothing serious, though a 5 was just out of reach.
The rating: 4 - Good
The rating dates from 30 October 2014, more than 11 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: Sedge Fen Baptist Church, Sedge Fen, Lakenheath, IP27 9LG
How it compares in West Suffolk
In West Suffolk, 91% of rated places manage a 5, so Baptist Church sits behind roughly 1,349 nearby businesses. 6% of the borough shares its 4.
| 5 out of 5 | 1,349 | 91% | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 6% | ← Baptist Church | |
| 3 out of 5 | 25 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 241 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 Generally satisfactory
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 Baptist Church 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 Baptist Church, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas Hill Limited Other catering premises | 1.9 miles away | Exempt | |
| Wings Hostel Staff Shop Retailers - other | 2.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 July 2021 |
| BYF Transport, Logistics & Supplies Ltd Distributors/Transporters | 2.5 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Mola Cafe & Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2026 |
| Sunset Barn Care Farm Retailers - other | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 July 2025 |
| Filipiniana Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2025 |
| Little India Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.5 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 13 August 2025 |
| Lakenheath indoor bowls club Other catering premises | 2.6 miles away | 4 - Good | 27 August 2009 |
Questions about Baptist Church
What is Baptist Church's food hygiene rating?
Baptist Church has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5 (good), given by West Suffolk Council on 30 October 2014.
Is Baptist Church safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 4 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this business to be good, the top end of the scale.
When was Baptist Church last inspected?
Baptist Church was last inspected on 30 October 2014, more than 11 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Baptist Church?
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 "generally satisfactory". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Baptist Church compare to other places in West Suffolk?
91% of the 1,483 rated food businesses in West Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, while Baptist Church holds a 4. 91 places in the area share that rating.
Who decides the rating?
West Suffolk Council inspects Baptist Church 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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