Farmfoods food hygiene rating
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Birmingham
Farmfoods holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the supermarket met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 30 July 2010, more than 15 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: 224 High Street, Erdington, Birmingham, B23 6SJ
How it compares in Birmingham
That puts Farmfoods among the 5,380 places in Birmingham holding top marks, 66% 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 | 5,380 | 66% | ← Farmfoods | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 1,309 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 695 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 318 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 387 | 5% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 82 | 1% |
A further 1,866 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 Farmfoods 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
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| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admiral Casino Retailers - other | 49 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 March 2020 |
| Best of British Fast Food Takeaway/sandwich shop | 165 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2026 |
| 99p Store Retailers - other | 174 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 February 2010 |
| B&M Bargains Retailers - other | 202 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 May 2024 |
| Baguette Du Maison Uk Llp Takeaway/sandwich shop | 337 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 January 2024 |
| AS Cafe and Diner Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 404 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2024 |
| Barneys Children's Centre Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 July 2016 |
| 876 Flava Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2024 |
Questions about Farmfoods
What is Farmfoods's food hygiene rating?
Farmfoods has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Birmingham Council on 30 July 2010.
Is Farmfoods 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 supermarket to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Farmfoods last inspected?
Farmfoods was last inspected on 30 July 2010, more than 15 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Birmingham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Farmfoods?
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 Farmfoods compare to other places in Birmingham?
66% of the 8,171 rated food businesses in Birmingham hold the top rating of 5, and Farmfoods is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Birmingham Council inspects Farmfoods 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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Understanding this rating
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