B&M food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Medway
B&M 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 19 June 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: 17 Rainham Shopping Centre, Rainham, Gillingham, ME8 7HW
How it compares in Medway
That puts B&M among the 1,576 places in Medway holding top marks, 80% 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 | 1,576 | 80% | ← B&M | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 280 | 14% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 74 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 9 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 24 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 174 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 B&M 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 B&M, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cricketers Pub/bar/nightclub | 53 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 July 2024 |
| Collards Newsagents Retailers - other | 74 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 April 2023 |
| Costa Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 98 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 February 2025 |
| Galata Mezze Restaurant Other catering premises | 122 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
| Asham Indian Takeaway/sandwich shop | 125 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 July 2025 |
| Boyces Bakery Retailers - other | 132 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 October 2024 |
| Bargain Warehouse Retailers - other | 138 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 July 2025 |
| Act Six Ltd Other catering premises | 148 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2024 |
Questions about B&M
What is B&M's food hygiene rating?
B&M has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Medway Council on 19 June 2024.
Is B&M 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 B&M last inspected?
B&M was last inspected on 19 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Medway Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at B&M?
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 B&M compare to other places in Medway?
80% of the 1,964 rated food businesses in Medway hold the top rating of 5, and B&M is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Medway Council inspects B&M 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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Understanding this rating
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