Newstrack food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Kirklees
Newstrack 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 8 October 2015, more than 10 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: Huddersfield Railway Station, St George's Square, Huddersfield, HD1 1JB
How it compares in Kirklees
That puts Newstrack among the 2,676 places in Kirklees holding top marks, 74% 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 | 2,676 | 74% | ← Newstrack | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 657 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 191 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 48 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 58 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 203 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 Very 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 Newstrack 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 Newstrack, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boo Burger, Drip Chicken, Wingy, Brooklyn Fries Takeaway/sandwich shop | 190 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2024 |
| Bongo Master Restaurant and Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 215 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2025 |
| Big Joe's Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 249 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 September 2024 |
| Apadana Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 294 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2024 |
| Bridge House Caring Premises | 323 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2025 |
| Ahadu Flavours of Ethiopia Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 334 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 January 2024 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 386 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 August 2017 |
| A&R Stores limited Retailers - other | 387 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2025 |
Questions about Newstrack
What is Newstrack's food hygiene rating?
Newstrack has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Kirklees Council on 8 October 2015.
Is Newstrack 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 Newstrack last inspected?
Newstrack was last inspected on 8 October 2015, more than 10 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Kirklees Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Newstrack?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Newstrack compare to other places in Kirklees?
74% of the 3,632 rated food businesses in Kirklees hold the top rating of 5, and Newstrack is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Kirklees Council inspects Newstrack 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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