Robert Ball (Honey Producer) food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Neath Port Talbot
Robert Ball (Honey Producer) holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 18 October 2012, more than 13 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: 40 Underwood Road, Cadoxton, SA10 8BY
How it compares in Neath Port Talbot
That puts Robert Ball (Honey Producer) among the 777 places in Neath Port Talbot holding top marks, 68% 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 | 777 | 68% | ← Robert Ball (Honey Producer) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 246 | 22% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 68 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 37 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 53 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 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 Robert Ball (Honey Producer) 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 Robert Ball (Honey Producer), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Em's Pantry Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 16 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2026 |
| Llangatwg Community School School/college/university | 144 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 February 2024 |
| Baked by Ell Retailers - other | 276 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 April 2022 |
| Cilfrew Primary School School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 January 2026 |
| Catwg After School Club Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2015 |
| Catwg Primary School School/college/university | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 May 2023 |
| Disco Dough Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2026 |
| Cwmbach Cottages Self Catering Accommodation Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2015 |
Questions about Robert Ball (Honey Producer)
What is Robert Ball (Honey Producer)'s food hygiene rating?
Robert Ball (Honey Producer) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Neath Port Talbot Council on 18 October 2012.
Is Robert Ball (Honey Producer) 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Robert Ball (Honey Producer) last inspected?
Robert Ball (Honey Producer) was last inspected on 18 October 2012, more than 13 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Neath Port Talbot Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Robert Ball (Honey Producer)?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Robert Ball (Honey Producer) compare to other places in Neath Port Talbot?
68% of the 1,139 rated food businesses in Neath Port Talbot hold the top rating of 5, and Robert Ball (Honey Producer) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Neath Port Talbot Council inspects Robert Ball (Honey Producer) 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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