Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · South Norfolk
Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 24 September 2025, 9 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: Lime Tree Farm, Fairstead Lane, Hempnall, NR15 2RD
How it compares in South Norfolk
That puts Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales among the 823 places in South Norfolk holding top marks, 84% 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 | 823 | 84% | ← Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 100 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 39 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 123 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 Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales 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 Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zaks On The Road Norfolk Mobile caterer | 0.5 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Foundry Plant Centre Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 August 2025 |
| The Countryman Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2025 |
| The Hollies Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 September 2024 |
| Norse Commercial Services At Tasburgh School/college/university | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2026 |
| Solo Pasta Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 May 2024 |
Questions about Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales
What is Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales's food hygiene rating?
Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Norfolk Council on 24 September 2025.
Is Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales last inspected?
Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales was last inspected on 24 September 2025, 9 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Norfolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales?
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 Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales compare to other places in South Norfolk?
84% of the 980 rated food businesses in South Norfolk hold the top rating of 5, and Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Norfolk Council inspects Lime Tree Farm Egg Packer, Frozen Beef Sales 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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