Birch Street Mini Market food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Swindon
Birch Street Mini Market 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 9 March 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: 79 Birch Street, Kingshill, Swindon, SN1 5HD
How it compares in Swindon
That puts Birch Street Mini Market among the 1,182 places in Swindon 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 | 1,182 | 83% | ← Birch Street Mini Market | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 177 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 6 | <1% |
A further 208 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 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 Birch Street Mini Market 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 Birch Street Mini Market, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia Kebab - Fish & Chips Takeaway/sandwich shop | 169 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 September 2024 |
| Bravus Churrascaria Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 273 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 September 2025 |
| Blue Palm Coffee Limited Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2025 |
| Auntie Anne's Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 May 2025 |
| Cadbury Factory Shop Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 December 2022 |
| Beta Chow Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2025 |
| C The K Afro Caribbean Store Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 October 2025 |
| Abes Cakes & Kitchen Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 June 2024 |
Questions about Birch Street Mini Market
What is Birch Street Mini Market's food hygiene rating?
Birch Street Mini Market has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Swindon Council on 9 March 2023.
Is Birch Street Mini Market 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 Birch Street Mini Market last inspected?
Birch Street Mini Market was last inspected on 9 March 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Swindon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Birch Street Mini Market?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Birch Street Mini Market compare to other places in Swindon?
83% of the 1,428 rated food businesses in Swindon hold the top rating of 5, and Birch Street Mini Market is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Swindon Council inspects Birch Street Mini Market 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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