Good Sense Research food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · West Suffolk
Good Sense Research 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 19 October 2018, more than 7 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: 10 Brunel Business Court, Eastern Way, Bury St Edmunds, IP32 7AJ
How it compares in West Suffolk
That puts Good Sense Research among the 1,349 places in West Suffolk 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 | 1,349 | 91% | ← Good Sense Research | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 6% | ||
| 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 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 Good Sense Research 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 Good Sense Research, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Ocean Takeaway/sandwich shop | 257 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 May 2024 |
| Bury Bowl Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 322 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2024 |
| Eastern Education Group School/college/university | 334 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2024 |
| Eastgate Stores Retailers - other | 341 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 July 2023 |
| Cathedral View Caring Premises | 372 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 February 2018 |
| Boortmalt Manufacturers/packers | 424 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 March 2023 |
| Bury Town Football Club. Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 March 2025 |
| Caterplus @ McCarthy & Stone Cross Penny Court Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2025 |
Questions about Good Sense Research
What is Good Sense Research's food hygiene rating?
Good Sense Research has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Suffolk Council on 19 October 2018.
Is Good Sense Research 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 Good Sense Research last inspected?
Good Sense Research was last inspected on 19 October 2018, more than 7 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 Good Sense Research?
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 Good Sense Research compare to other places in West Suffolk?
91% of the 1,483 rated food businesses in West Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and Good Sense Research is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Suffolk Council inspects Good Sense Research 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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