J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs food hygiene rating
Farmers/growers · East Suffolk
J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 8 March 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: Low Farm, Cratfield Road, Huntingfield, IP19 0QB
How it compares in East Suffolk
That puts J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs among the 1,994 places in East Suffolk holding top marks, 86% 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 | 1,994 | 86% | ← J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 212 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 71 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 22 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 17 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 202 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 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 J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs 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 J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cratfield Beef Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2009 |
| Huntingfield Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 25 September 2025 |
| Heritage And Highball Events Mobile caterer | 1.0 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Wilderness Reserve - Blyth Barn Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 October 2025 |
| Wilderness Reserve - Chapel Barn Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2025 |
| Wilderness Reserve Retailers - other | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 March 2023 |
| The Croft Campsite Retailers - other | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 May 2017 |
| Fire And Feast Suffolk Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2025 |
Questions about J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs
What is J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs's food hygiene rating?
J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Suffolk Council on 8 March 2024.
Is J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs 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 producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs last inspected?
J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs was last inspected on 8 March 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs compare to other places in East Suffolk?
86% of the 2,317 rated food businesses in East Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Suffolk Council inspects J R Blackmore Low Farm Eggs 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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