Norton Cross Service Station food hygiene rating
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Norton Cross Service Station 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 15 January 2018, more than 8 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: Norton Cross Garage, London Road, Norton, ME9 9JY
How it compares in Swale
That puts Norton Cross Service Station 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% | ← Norton Cross Service Station | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Very 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 Norton Cross Service Station 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 Norton Cross Service Station, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huckleberry Woods - Micro Animal Adventures Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 April 2018 |
| Insight Residential Home Caring Premises | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 April 2025 |
| Community Pre-School At Teynham Primary School Caring Premises | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2013 |
| Nourish Contract Catering At Teynham Primary School School/college/university | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 May 2025 |
| Crispins Fish Bar Limited Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 May 2026 |
| Beechfields Residential Home Caring Premises | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2025 |
| Co-op Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 July 2024 |
| Londis Retailers - other | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 July 2023 |
Questions about Norton Cross Service Station
What is Norton Cross Service Station's food hygiene rating?
Norton Cross Service Station has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Swale Council on 15 January 2018.
Is Norton Cross Service Station 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 Norton Cross Service Station last inspected?
Norton Cross Service Station was last inspected on 15 January 2018, more than 8 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 Norton Cross Service Station?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 Norton Cross Service Station compare to other places in Swale?
83% of the 1,186 rated food businesses in Swale hold the top rating of 5, and Norton Cross Service Station is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Swale Council inspects Norton Cross Service Station 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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