Thrapston Post Office food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Northamptonshire
Thrapston Post Office 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
This is a fresh result: Thrapston Post Office was inspected on 28 July 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
95% of rated food businesses in North Northamptonshire score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all North Northamptonshire ratings →
Address: 10 High Street, Thrapston, Kettering, NN14 4JH
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How it compares in North Northamptonshire
That puts Thrapston Post Office among the 2,406 places in North Northamptonshire holding top marks, 85% 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 | 2,406 | 85% | ← Thrapston Post Office | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 284 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 76 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 29 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 236 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 Thrapston Post Office 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 Thrapston Post Office, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Rings Takeaway/sandwich shop | 17 yards away | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 15 May 2025 |
| Pisces Fish And Chips Other catering premises | 36 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2025 |
| Delicious Kebab And Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 36 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 19 May 2026 |
| Jollys Toys Limited Retailers - other | 69 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 May 2021 |
| Domino's Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 77 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 May 2026 |
| Spot On Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 77 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 March 2026 |
| Willow Tree Day Nursery Caring Premises | 91 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2025 |
| Bennett's Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 98 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 April 2024 |
Questions about Thrapston Post Office
What is Thrapston Post Office's food hygiene rating?
Thrapston Post Office has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Northamptonshire Council on 28 July 2026.
Is Thrapston Post Office 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 Thrapston Post Office last inspected?
Thrapston Post Office was last inspected on 28 July 2026, a month ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Northamptonshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Thrapston Post Office?
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 Thrapston Post Office compare to other places in North Northamptonshire?
85% of the 2,827 rated food businesses in North Northamptonshire hold the top rating of 5, and Thrapston Post Office is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Northamptonshire Council inspects Thrapston Post Office 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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Thrapston Post Office is one of 481 rated food businesses in Kettering. See every hygiene rating in Kettering →
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