Fane Valley Co OP food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Newry, Mourne and Down
Fane Valley Co OP 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 24 June 2024, 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: 87 Blaney Road, Altnamackan, Newtownhamilton, BT35 0EA
How it compares in Newry, Mourne and Down
That puts Fane Valley Co OP among the 1,411 places in Newry, Mourne and Down holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,411 | 89% | ← Fane Valley Co OP | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 124 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 24 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 143 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 Fane Valley Co OP 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 Fane Valley Co OP, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortamlat Primary School School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2026 |
| These Little Hives Farmers/growers | 1.2 miles away | Exempt | |
| Murlan House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 September 2025 |
| Brewtown Coffee Takeaway/sandwich shop | 2.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2026 |
| Radius Housing Association -Tullyvallen Fold Caring Premises | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2025 |
| Mountview Farm Meats Retailers - other | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2025 |
| Southside Snax Takeaway/sandwich shop | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2025 |
| St Michael's Primary School School/college/university | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2024 |
Questions about Fane Valley Co OP
What is Fane Valley Co OP's food hygiene rating?
Fane Valley Co OP has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Newry, Mourne and Down Council on 24 June 2024.
Is Fane Valley Co OP 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 Fane Valley Co OP last inspected?
Fane Valley Co OP was last inspected on 24 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Newry, Mourne and Down Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Fane Valley Co OP?
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 Fane Valley Co OP compare to other places in Newry, Mourne and Down?
89% of the 1,580 rated food businesses in Newry, Mourne and Down hold the top rating of 5, and Fane Valley Co OP is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Newry, Mourne and Down Council inspects Fane Valley Co OP 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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