Martins Newsagent food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Birmingham
Martins Newsagent 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 22 September 2009, more than 16 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: 4 The Green, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 8SD
How it compares in Birmingham
That puts Martins Newsagent 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% | ← Martins Newsagent | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Martins Newsagent 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 Martins Newsagent, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browns Pharmacy Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2011 |
| Bournville Village Trust Group Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 February 2018 |
| Afrochar Grillers Mobile caterer | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 August 2024 |
| Bp Connect(MRH-MALTHURSTLTD) Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 February 2015 |
| Ark Kings Academy School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2026 |
| Buywise Express Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 September 2016 |
| Broadmeadow Infant School School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 November 2024 |
| Broadmeadow Junior School Other catering premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2024 |
Questions about Martins Newsagent
What is Martins Newsagent's food hygiene rating?
Martins Newsagent has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Birmingham Council on 22 September 2009.
Is Martins Newsagent 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 Martins Newsagent last inspected?
Martins Newsagent was last inspected on 22 September 2009, more than 16 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 Martins Newsagent?
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 Martins Newsagent compare to other places in Birmingham?
66% of the 8,171 rated food businesses in Birmingham hold the top rating of 5, and Martins Newsagent is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Birmingham Council inspects Martins Newsagent 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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