Local Convenience food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Bolsover
Local Convenience 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 10 April 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 Market Street, South Normanton, Alfreton, DE55 2AB
How it compares in Bolsover
That puts Local Convenience among the 594 places in Bolsover 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 | 594 | 86% | ← Local Convenience | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 58 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 28 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 53 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 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 Local Convenience 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 Local Convenience, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Fish And Kebab Shop Takeaway/sandwich shop | 61 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2025 |
| Carnfield Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 413 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 May 2022 |
| Coco Sun Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2025 |
| Chillies Takeaway Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| Cafe 77 Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 September 2024 |
| Ceres Childrens Home Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 May 2024 |
| Brigg Infant School School/college/university | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| Cherubs Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 October 2025 |
Questions about Local Convenience
What is Local Convenience's food hygiene rating?
Local Convenience has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bolsover Council on 10 April 2024.
Is Local Convenience 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 Local Convenience last inspected?
Local Convenience was last inspected on 10 April 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bolsover Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Local Convenience?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Local Convenience compare to other places in Bolsover?
86% of the 691 rated food businesses in Bolsover hold the top rating of 5, and Local Convenience is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bolsover Council inspects Local Convenience 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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Local Convenience is one of 115 rated food businesses in Alfreton. See every hygiene rating in Alfreton →
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