Athelstan Court food hygiene rating
Caring Premises · Sunderland
Athelstan Court holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the care premises met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 1 November 2023, 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: Athelstean Court, 1, Ryhope Street South, SR2 0HQ
How it compares in Sunderland
That puts Athelstan Court among the 1,634 places in Sunderland 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 | 1,634 | 84% | ← Athelstan Court | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 192 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 74 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 20 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 366 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 Athelstan Court 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 Athelstan Court, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bede House Care Home Caring Premises | 184 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2026 |
| Bread Basket Manufacturers/packers | 199 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 August 2024 |
| Asda Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 290 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 March 2026 |
| Albion Bar And Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2026 |
| B & M Homestore Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2021 |
| Ability Trade & Diy Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 July 2018 |
| Asda Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2025 |
| Asda Stores Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2025 |
Questions about Athelstan Court
What is Athelstan Court's food hygiene rating?
Athelstan Court has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Sunderland Council on 1 November 2023.
Is Athelstan Court 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 care premises to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Athelstan Court last inspected?
Athelstan Court was last inspected on 1 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Sunderland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Athelstan Court?
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 Athelstan Court compare to other places in Sunderland?
84% of the 1,945 rated food businesses in Sunderland hold the top rating of 5, and Athelstan Court is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Sunderland Council inspects Athelstan Court 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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