Sue's Chippy food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Ribble Valley
Sue's Chippy holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 29 February 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: 24 Whalley Road, Clitheroe, BB7 1AW
How it compares in Ribble Valley
That puts Sue's Chippy among the 501 places in Ribble Valley holding top marks, 87% 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 | 501 | 87% | ← Sue's Chippy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 55 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 11 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 76 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 Sue's Chippy 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 Sue's Chippy, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deli To Go Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2025 |
| Dixy Chicken Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2025 |
| Jaffa's Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 26 June 2025 |
| Everyman Cinema Other catering premises | 112 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2025 |
| Bowland Beer Hall Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 113 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 March 2026 |
| Castleford Home for Elderly Caring Premises | 147 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 March 2026 |
| Premier Retailers - other | 151 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2025 |
| Brown Cow Pub/bar/nightclub | 160 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 September 2025 |
Questions about Sue's Chippy
What is Sue's Chippy's food hygiene rating?
Sue's Chippy has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Ribble Valley Council on 29 February 2024.
Is Sue's Chippy 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Sue's Chippy last inspected?
Sue's Chippy was last inspected on 29 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Ribble Valley Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Sue's Chippy?
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 Sue's Chippy compare to other places in Ribble Valley?
87% of the 574 rated food businesses in Ribble Valley hold the top rating of 5, and Sue's Chippy is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Ribble Valley Council inspects Sue's Chippy 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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