Platts Fruit And Veg food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Suffolk
Platts Fruit And Veg 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 18 October 2018, more than 7 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: 43 High Street, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4EL
How it compares in East Suffolk
That puts Platts Fruit And Veg 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% | ← Platts Fruit And Veg | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 Platts Fruit And Veg 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 Platts Fruit And Veg, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leiston Traditional Fish And Chip Shop Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 18 May 2023 |
| Perfect Charcoal Grill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2026 |
| Sue Ryder Care Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 6 December 2018 |
| The Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 9 March 2015 |
| Titlow's Newsagents Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2008 |
| Darlings Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 25 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Tiffins Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 31 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2026 |
| Tonys Fried Chicken Takeaway/sandwich shop | 31 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 March 2025 |
Questions about Platts Fruit And Veg
What is Platts Fruit And Veg's food hygiene rating?
Platts Fruit And Veg has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Suffolk Council on 18 October 2018.
Is Platts Fruit And Veg 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 Platts Fruit And Veg last inspected?
Platts Fruit And Veg was last inspected on 18 October 2018, more than 7 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 Platts Fruit And Veg?
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 Platts Fruit And Veg 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 Platts Fruit And Veg is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Suffolk Council inspects Platts Fruit And Veg 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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