Bessacarr Post Office food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Doncaster
Bessacarr Post Office 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 27 July 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: 3 Alston Road, Bessacarr, Doncaster, DN4 7HB
How it compares in Doncaster
That puts Bessacarr Post Office among the 1,867 places in Doncaster holding top marks, 73% 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 | 1,867 | 73% | ← Bessacarr Post Office | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 383 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 183 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 45 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 73 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 6 | <1% |
A further 264 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 Bessacarr 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 Bessacarr Post Office, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bessacarr Bakery Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 May 2025 |
| Bessacarr Grill & Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2026 |
| Co-operative Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 September 2025 |
| Bloom Café Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 October 2024 |
| Co-op Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2024 |
| Action Meats Ltd Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2023 |
| Bella Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2024 |
| Cooplands Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 November 2025 |
Questions about Bessacarr Post Office
What is Bessacarr Post Office's food hygiene rating?
Bessacarr Post Office has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Doncaster Council on 27 July 2023.
Is Bessacarr Post Office 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 Bessacarr Post Office last inspected?
Bessacarr Post Office was last inspected on 27 July 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Doncaster Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Bessacarr 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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Bessacarr Post Office compare to other places in Doncaster?
73% of the 2,557 rated food businesses in Doncaster hold the top rating of 5, and Bessacarr Post Office is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Doncaster Council inspects Bessacarr 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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