The Hawthorns Aldridge food hygiene rating
Caring Premises · Walsall
The Hawthorns Aldridge holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the care premises met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 29 November 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: Hawthornes Retirement, Erdington Road, Aldridge, WS9 8UH
How it compares in Walsall
That puts The Hawthorns Aldridge among the 1,054 places in Walsall holding top marks, 59% 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 | 1,054 | 59% | ← The Hawthorns Aldridge | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 351 | 20% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 266 | 15% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 52 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 57 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 7 | <1% |
A further 397 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 The Hawthorns Aldridge 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 The Hawthorns Aldridge, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldridge Court Nursing Home Caring Premises | 269 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2026 |
| Aldridge Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 310 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 March 2017 |
| Cooper And Jordan C Of E Primary Sch School/college/university | 310 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 March 2025 |
| Aldridge Church Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 310 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 February 2020 |
| Aldridge Conservative & Union Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 403 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 November 2017 |
| Alan Foster Butchers Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2026 |
| Cats Protection - Walsall Charity Shop Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2026 |
| Costa Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2018 |
Questions about The Hawthorns Aldridge
What is The Hawthorns Aldridge's food hygiene rating?
The Hawthorns Aldridge has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Walsall Council on 29 November 2023.
Is The Hawthorns Aldridge 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 care premises to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Hawthorns Aldridge last inspected?
The Hawthorns Aldridge was last inspected on 29 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Walsall Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Hawthorns Aldridge?
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 The Hawthorns Aldridge compare to other places in Walsall?
59% of the 1,787 rated food businesses in Walsall hold the top rating of 5, and The Hawthorns Aldridge is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Walsall Council inspects The Hawthorns Aldridge 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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The official record is held by the council: http://www.walsall.gov.uk/index/environment/food_production_and_quality.htm
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