HOSD Ltd food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Mid Suffolk
HOSD Ltd 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 January 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: The Elms Station Road, Bacton, Stowmarket, IP14 4NH
How it compares in Mid Suffolk
That puts HOSD Ltd among the 625 places in Mid Suffolk holding top marks, 86% 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 | 625 | 86% | ← HOSD Ltd | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 66 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 26 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 121 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 HOSD Ltd 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 HOSD Ltd, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finbows Tap Pub/bar/nightclub | 85 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2024 |
| G G Bakes Trading as The Cajke Shed Retailers - other | 85 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 December 2025 |
| Swallowtail Preserves Manufacturers/packers | 85 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 October 2025 |
| Humber Doucy Brewing Company Ltd Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2026 |
| Cotton Village Hall Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 July 2024 |
| The White Horse Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 4 - Good | 24 November 2023 |
| The Lick Caribbean Mobile caterer | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2024 |
Questions about HOSD Ltd
What is HOSD Ltd's food hygiene rating?
HOSD Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Mid Suffolk Council on 16 January 2024.
Is HOSD Ltd 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 HOSD Ltd last inspected?
HOSD Ltd was last inspected on 16 January 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Mid Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at HOSD Ltd?
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 HOSD Ltd compare to other places in Mid Suffolk?
86% of the 730 rated food businesses in Mid Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and HOSD Ltd is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Mid Suffolk Council inspects HOSD Ltd 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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