Northgate food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Oldham
Northgate holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 6 June 2023, more than 3 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: 22 Sholver Lane, Oldham, OL1 4NY
How it compares in Oldham
That puts Northgate 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% | ← Northgate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Northgate 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 Northgate, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Bells Day Care Centre Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 May 2026 |
| A&A Mini Market Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 November 2025 |
| Aldi Stores Ltd. Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 February 2023 |
| Asda Cafe (In Store) Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 August 2025 |
| Asda Stores Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2026 |
| 3 Chefs Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 April 2024 |
| Armstrongs Fish & Chips Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 June 2024 |
| Blue Bell Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 September 2022 |
Questions about Northgate
What is Northgate's food hygiene rating?
Northgate has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Oldham Council on 6 June 2023.
Is Northgate 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Northgate last inspected?
Northgate was last inspected on 6 June 2023, more than 3 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 Northgate?
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 Northgate compare to other places in Oldham?
75% of the 1,680 rated food businesses in Oldham hold the top rating of 5, and Northgate is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Oldham Council inspects Northgate 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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