Junction 7 food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Durham
Junction 7 holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 16 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: The Ark 8 Silverdale Place, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 7DZ
How it compares in Durham
That puts Junction 7 among the 3,087 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← Junction 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 683 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 512 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 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 Junction 7 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 Junction 7, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 26 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2025 |
| Morrisons Daily Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2026 |
| Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School (Infants) School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 October 2024 |
| Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School (Juniors) School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2025 |
| Newton Aycliffe Scout Supporters Assoc Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 August 2022 |
| Aycliffe Chop Suey House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 August 2024 |
| 124 Recovery Company Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2018 |
| Aviator Gin bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2024 |
Questions about Junction 7
What is Junction 7's food hygiene rating?
Junction 7 has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 16 November 2023.
Is Junction 7 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Junction 7 last inspected?
Junction 7 was last inspected on 16 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Junction 7?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Junction 7 compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Junction 7 is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Junction 7 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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