Shell Sittingbourne food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Swale
Shell Sittingbourne 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 4 June 2013, more than 13 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: Bourne Service Station, London Road, Sittingbourne, ME10 1NL
How it compares in Swale
That puts Shell Sittingbourne among the 989 places in Swale holding top marks, 83% 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 | 989 | 83% | ← Shell Sittingbourne | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 134 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 41 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 40 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 Shell Sittingbourne 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 Shell Sittingbourne, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorn Store (Best One) Retailers - other | 436 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 February 2016 |
| Cartref House Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 April 2025 |
| China World Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2026 |
| Budgens - Rhode House Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 March 2026 |
| Elvy Court Care Home - Avery Healthcare Group Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 September 2025 |
| Greggs MFG Rhode House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2026 |
| Aida Grill House Limited Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2026 |
| Carmel Caterpillars Pre School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2026 |
Questions about Shell Sittingbourne
What is Shell Sittingbourne's food hygiene rating?
Shell Sittingbourne has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Swale Council on 4 June 2013.
Is Shell Sittingbourne 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 Shell Sittingbourne last inspected?
Shell Sittingbourne was last inspected on 4 June 2013, more than 13 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Swale Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Shell Sittingbourne?
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 Shell Sittingbourne compare to other places in Swale?
83% of the 1,186 rated food businesses in Swale hold the top rating of 5, and Shell Sittingbourne is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Swale Council inspects Shell Sittingbourne 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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