High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Oldham
High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart 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 31 January 2020, more than 6 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: 1 Thornham Road, Shaw, OL2 7HR
How it compares in Oldham
That puts High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart among the 1,254 places in Oldham 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 | 1,254 | 75% | ← High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 237 | 14% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 91 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 65 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 26 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 7 | <1% |
A further 259 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 Very 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 High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart 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 High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Horse Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2024 |
| Beal Vale Primary School School/college/university | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2025 |
| Big Lamp Chippy Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 September 2024 |
| 3 Chefs Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 April 2024 |
| Armstrongs Fish & Chips Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 June 2024 |
| Blue Bell Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 September 2022 |
| Bengal Curry Pot Shaw Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2026 |
| Bakery in the Park Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2022 |
Questions about High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart
What is High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart's food hygiene rating?
High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Oldham Council on 31 January 2020.
Is High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart 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 High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart last inspected?
High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart was last inspected on 31 January 2020, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Oldham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart compare to other places in Oldham?
75% of the 1,680 rated food businesses in Oldham hold the top rating of 5, and High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Oldham Council inspects High Crompton Post Office and Newsmart 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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