HMP Usk food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Monmouthshire
HMP Usk 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 17 May 2024, 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: Her Majestys Prison Usk, 47 Maryport Street, Usk, NP15 1XP
How it compares in Monmouthshire
That puts HMP Usk among the 799 places in Monmouthshire holding top marks, 80% 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 | 799 | 80% | ← HMP Usk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 60 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 97 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 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 HMP Usk 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 HMP Usk, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revival Coffee Shop Other catering premises | 92 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 August 2025 |
| The New Court Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 234 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2025 |
| Usk Athletic Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 273 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2025 |
| Royal British Legion Club & Institute Pub/bar/nightclub | 324 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 March 2025 |
| Kings Head Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 324 yards away | 4 - Good | 18 March 2026 |
| One Stop Stores Ltd Retailers - other | 373 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 May 2026 |
| Willows Tea Rooms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 403 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2025 |
| The Grange Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 October 2025 |
Questions about HMP Usk
What is HMP Usk's food hygiene rating?
HMP Usk has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Monmouthshire Council on 17 May 2024.
Is HMP Usk 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 HMP Usk last inspected?
HMP Usk was last inspected on 17 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Monmouthshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at HMP Usk?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does HMP Usk compare to other places in Monmouthshire?
80% of the 999 rated food businesses in Monmouthshire hold the top rating of 5, and HMP Usk is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Monmouthshire Council inspects HMP Usk 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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