VVC Newsagent food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Hartlepool
VVC Newsagent 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 15 February 2024, 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: 79 Murray Street, Hartlepool, TS26 8RG
How it compares in Hartlepool
That puts VVC Newsagent among the 672 places in Hartlepool holding top marks, 91% 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 | 672 | 91% | ← VVC Newsagent | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 49 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 0 | 0% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 30 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 VVC Newsagent 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 VVC Newsagent, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chow Kee Chop Suey House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 100 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2025 |
| Chilli 'n' Spice Takeaway/sandwich shop | 226 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 March 2026 |
| Canton Chef Takeaway/sandwich shop | 317 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2024 |
| Dine at Home Takeaway/sandwich shop | 317 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2024 |
| Elcho's Takeaway/sandwich shop | 317 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 February 2026 |
| Al Jizar Retailers - other | 377 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 March 2026 |
| Boxx Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 May 2026 |
| Bar One Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 June 2023 |
Questions about VVC Newsagent
What is VVC Newsagent's food hygiene rating?
VVC Newsagent has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hartlepool Council on 15 February 2024.
Is VVC Newsagent 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 VVC Newsagent last inspected?
VVC Newsagent was last inspected on 15 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hartlepool Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at VVC Newsagent?
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 VVC Newsagent compare to other places in Hartlepool?
91% of the 741 rated food businesses in Hartlepool hold the top rating of 5, and VVC Newsagent is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hartlepool Council inspects VVC Newsagent 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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