Linton Post Office food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Northumberland
Linton Post Office holds a 4, meaning hygiene standards at the shop are good. It is a solid result, the inspector found nothing serious, though a 5 was just out of reach.
The rating: 4 - Good
The rating dates from 14 November 2023, 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: Fourth Row, Linton, Northumberland, NE61 5SE
How it compares in Northumberland
In Northumberland, 90% of rated places manage a 5, so Linton Post Office sits behind roughly 2,779 nearby businesses. 7% of the borough shares its 4.
| 5 out of 5 | 2,779 | 90% | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 214 | 7% | ← Linton Post Office | |
| 3 out of 5 | 67 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 397 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 Generally satisfactory
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 Linton 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 Linton Post Office, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linton Village Hall Other catering premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2018 |
| Delilahs Mobile caterer | 179 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2025 |
| Eldron Care Caring Premises | 235 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 February 2024 |
| Linton Primary School School/college/university | 360 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2024 |
| Blue Sky Equestrian Event Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2025 |
| Bank Top Stores Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2026 |
Questions about Linton Post Office
What is Linton Post Office's food hygiene rating?
Linton Post Office has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5 (good), given by Northumberland Council on 14 November 2023.
Is Linton Post Office safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 4 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this shop to be good, the top end of the scale.
When was Linton Post Office last inspected?
Linton Post Office was last inspected on 14 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Northumberland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Linton 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 "generally satisfactory". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Linton Post Office compare to other places in Northumberland?
90% of the 3,077 rated food businesses in Northumberland hold the top rating of 5, while Linton Post Office holds a 4. 214 places in the area share that rating.
Who decides the rating?
Northumberland Council inspects Linton 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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