Michael Powell (The Partners) food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Derby City
Michael Powell (The Partners) 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 1 July 2022, more than 4 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: Allenton Market, Osmaston Road, Derby, DE24 8NG
How it compares in Derby City
That puts Michael Powell (The Partners) among the 1,447 places in Derby City holding top marks, 73% 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 | 1,447 | 73% | ← Michael Powell (The Partners) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 296 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 164 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 12 | 1% |
A further 316 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 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 Michael Powell (The Partners) 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 Michael Powell (The Partners), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allenton Market Catering Mobile caterer | at this address | 5 - Very good | 11 July 2025 |
| Allenton Local Retailers - other | 97 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2025 |
| Allenton Kebabs Takeaway/sandwich shop | 355 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 June 2025 |
| AK's Desserts Takeaway/sandwich shop | 362 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2024 |
| Birds (Derby) Ltd Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2025 |
| Ashwood Spencer Academy School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 October 2025 |
| Birds (Derby) Ltd Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 May 2025 |
| Allenton Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2024 |
Questions about Michael Powell (The Partners)
What is Michael Powell (The Partners)'s food hygiene rating?
Michael Powell (The Partners) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Derby City Council on 1 July 2022.
Is Michael Powell (The Partners) 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 Michael Powell (The Partners) last inspected?
Michael Powell (The Partners) was last inspected on 1 July 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Derby City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Michael Powell (The Partners)?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Michael Powell (The Partners) compare to other places in Derby City?
73% of the 1,975 rated food businesses in Derby City hold the top rating of 5, and Michael Powell (The Partners) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Derby City Council inspects Michael Powell (The Partners) 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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