Manchester Health Pharmacy food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Manchester
Manchester Health Pharmacy 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 27 February 2023, more than 3 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: 578 Stockport Road, Manchester, M12 0RQ
How it compares in Manchester
That puts Manchester Health Pharmacy 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% | ← Manchester Health Pharmacy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 853 | 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 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 Manchester Health Pharmacy 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 Manchester Health Pharmacy, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Aqsa Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 114 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 June 2025 |
| A1 Pound Store Retailers - other | 143 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2014 |
| Appna Cash & Carry (Manchester) Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 178 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 November 2024 |
| Anmol Halal Meat Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2025 |
| Anson Cabin Project Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 June 2023 |
| Anson Community Grocer Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 July 2025 |
| Ardwick & Longsight Food Bank Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 April 2024 |
| Alen Market Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 March 2024 |
Questions about Manchester Health Pharmacy
What is Manchester Health Pharmacy's food hygiene rating?
Manchester Health Pharmacy has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Manchester Council on 27 February 2023.
Is Manchester Health Pharmacy 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 Manchester Health Pharmacy last inspected?
Manchester Health Pharmacy was last inspected on 27 February 2023, more than 3 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 Manchester Health Pharmacy?
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 Manchester Health Pharmacy compare to other places in Manchester?
71% of the 5,198 rated food businesses in Manchester hold the top rating of 5, and Manchester Health Pharmacy is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Manchester Council inspects Manchester Health Pharmacy 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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