Nisa Local food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Central Bedfordshire
Nisa Local 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 September 2023, more than 2 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: 40 Dunstable Road, Toddington, Bedfordshire, LU5 6DR
How it compares in Central Bedfordshire
That puts Nisa Local among the 1,153 places in Central Bedfordshire holding top marks, 76% 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 | 1,153 | 76% | ← Nisa Local | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 254 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 83 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 189 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 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 Nisa Local 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 Nisa Local, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norbury Hill Service Station Retailers - other | 86 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 April 2025 |
| A&K's Caribbean Twist Other catering premises | 115 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 May 2024 |
| Toddington Social & Services Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 256 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 September 2023 |
| Bisheys Pizza Mobile caterer | 318 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 May 2026 |
| Beenus Ltd Retailers - other | 326 yards away | 4 - Good | 27 August 2025 |
| Childs Family Bakery Retailers - other | 326 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2025 |
| UK Fried Chicken Takeaway/sandwich shop | 386 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2025 |
| Soper & Co Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2025 |
Questions about Nisa Local
What is Nisa Local's food hygiene rating?
Nisa Local has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Central Bedfordshire Council on 4 September 2023.
Is Nisa Local 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 Nisa Local last inspected?
Nisa Local was last inspected on 4 September 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Central Bedfordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Nisa Local?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Nisa Local compare to other places in Central Bedfordshire?
76% of the 1,520 rated food businesses in Central Bedfordshire hold the top rating of 5, and Nisa Local is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Central Bedfordshire Council inspects Nisa Local 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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More food hygiene ratings near here
Nisa Local is one of 15 rated food businesses in Toddington. See every hygiene rating in Toddington →
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