4PL Ltd food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Arun
4PL Ltd holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 13 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: Unit R1 Rudford Industrial Estate Ford Road, Ford, BN18 0BF
How it compares in Arun
That puts 4PL Ltd among the 972 places in Arun holding top marks, 83% 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 | 972 | 83% | ← 4PL Ltd | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 131 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 34 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 145 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 Very 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 4PL 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 4PL Ltd, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| L&L Fulfilment Ltd Distributors/Transporters | 228 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2025 |
| Hmp Ford Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2025 |
| Atherington Norden House Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 August 2025 |
| Arun Sports Arena Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2023 |
| Flying Fortress Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 May 2026 |
| JC Sports Online Ltd School/college/university | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 December 2025 |
| Health & Independent Living Support Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 August 2025 |
| Edgcumbes Tea And Coffee Distributors/Transporters | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 March 2026 |
Questions about 4PL Ltd
What is 4PL Ltd's food hygiene rating?
4PL Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Arun Council on 13 June 2024.
Is 4PL 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was 4PL Ltd last inspected?
4PL Ltd was last inspected on 13 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Arun Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at 4PL Ltd?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 4PL Ltd compare to other places in Arun?
83% of the 1,166 rated food businesses in Arun hold the top rating of 5, and 4PL Ltd is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Arun Council inspects 4PL 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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