Somerton Superstore food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Newport
Somerton Superstore 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 October 2014, more than 11 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: 63 Somerton Road, Newport, South Wales, NP19 0JD
How it compares in Newport
That puts Somerton Superstore among the 903 places in Newport holding top marks, 78% 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 | 903 | 78% | ← Somerton Superstore | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 173 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 59 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 189 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 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 Somerton Superstore 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 Somerton Superstore, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombay Kitchen Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2025 |
| CBK Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2025 |
| Bespoke Catering Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 September 2024 |
| Apex (V S Stores) Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 April 2014 |
| Always Community Collection Point Distributors/Transporters | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2024 |
| Bluebells Flying Start Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 April 2024 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2025 |
| Cafe @ Tesco Extra Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 October 2025 |
Questions about Somerton Superstore
What is Somerton Superstore's food hygiene rating?
Somerton Superstore has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Newport Council on 9 October 2014.
Is Somerton Superstore 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 Somerton Superstore last inspected?
Somerton Superstore was last inspected on 9 October 2014, more than 11 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Newport Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Somerton Superstore?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Somerton Superstore compare to other places in Newport?
78% of the 1,157 rated food businesses in Newport hold the top rating of 5, and Somerton Superstore is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Newport Council inspects Somerton Superstore 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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