Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) food hygiene rating
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Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) 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 8 November 2022, 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: Christ Church Methodist Church, 1 College Street, NG10 4NE
How it compares in Erewash
That puts Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) among the 754 places in Erewash holding top marks, 88% 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 | 754 | 88% | ← Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 63 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 31 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 84 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 Very 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 Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) 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 Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appletree Caterers Pub/bar/nightclub | 169 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2025 |
| China Garden Takeaway/sandwich shop | 233 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2025 |
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 233 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 September 2023 |
| Children 1st Derby Road Nursery School Caring Premises | 309 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2026 |
| Compass Group UK & Ireland School/college/university | 340 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2025 |
| Asda Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 August 2025 |
| Ace Market Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 December 2025 |
| Brackenfield School School/college/university | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2024 |
Questions about Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton)
What is Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton)'s food hygiene rating?
Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Erewash Council on 8 November 2022.
Is Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) 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 Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) last inspected?
Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) was last inspected on 8 November 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Erewash Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton)?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) compare to other places in Erewash?
88% of the 856 rated food businesses in Erewash hold the top rating of 5, and Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Erewash Council inspects Long Eaton & Sawley Food Bank (Long Eaton) 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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