Shell Service Station food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Maidstone
Shell 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 9 September 2020, more than 5 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: Sandling Service Station, Sandling Road, Maidstone, ME14 2RL
How it compares in Maidstone
That puts Shell Service Station among the 1,136 places in Maidstone holding top marks, 82% 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 | 1,136 | 82% | ← Shell Service Station | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 165 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 61 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 65 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 Shell 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 Shell Service Station, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brickmakers Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 208 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2009 |
| Alfies Fish Bar And Kebab Takeaway/sandwich shop | 234 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 September 2025 |
| Boxley Road Mini Market (Best One) Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2007 |
| Admiral Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2024 |
| Burger King Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 August 2025 |
| 4 Continents Stores Ltd Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 April 2025 |
| Caterlink At Brunswick House Primary School School/college/university | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2025 |
| Bonnies Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 December 2025 |
Questions about Shell Service Station
What is Shell Service Station's food hygiene rating?
Shell Service Station has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Maidstone Council on 9 September 2020.
Is Shell 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 Shell Service Station last inspected?
Shell Service Station was last inspected on 9 September 2020, more than 5 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Maidstone Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Shell 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 Shell Service Station compare to other places in Maidstone?
82% of the 1,387 rated food businesses in Maidstone hold the top rating of 5, and Shell Service Station is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Maidstone Council inspects Shell 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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