Allison's Bakery food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Manchester
Allison's Bakery 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 October 2023, 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: 177 Hollyhedge Road, Manchester, M22 8UE
How it compares in Manchester
That puts Allison's Bakery among the 3,683 places in Manchester holding top marks, 71% 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 | 3,683 | 71% | ← Allison's Bakery | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 852 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 398 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 116 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 135 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 13 | <1% |
A further 1,145 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 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 Allison's Bakery 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 Allison's Bakery, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Around A Pound Retailers - other | 64 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2023 |
| Asda Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 386 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 March 2025 |
| Benchill Primary School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2025 |
| Benchill Community Centre also T/as Chervonne's Catering Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2025 |
| Benchill & District Conservative Club Other catering premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 January 2012 |
| Ashgate Primary School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 May 2025 |
| After Party Drink Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 May 2023 |
| Admiral Casino Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 September 2019 |
Questions about Allison's Bakery
What is Allison's Bakery's food hygiene rating?
Allison's Bakery has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Manchester Council on 10 October 2023.
Is Allison's Bakery 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 Allison's Bakery last inspected?
Allison's Bakery was last inspected on 10 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Manchester Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Allison's Bakery?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Allison's Bakery compare to other places in Manchester?
71% of the 5,197 rated food businesses in Manchester hold the top rating of 5, and Allison's Bakery is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Manchester Council inspects Allison's Bakery 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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