Biltong Direct food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Chelmsford
Biltong Direct 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 7 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: 4A Woodhall Parade, Woodhall Road, Chelmsford, CM1 4BA
How it compares in Chelmsford
That puts Biltong Direct among the 1,327 places in Chelmsford holding top marks, 92% 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 | 1,327 | 92% | ← Biltong Direct | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 86 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 153 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 Biltong Direct 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 Biltong Direct, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boyz Pizza Mobile caterer | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2024 |
| Broomfield Pantry Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 March 2026 |
| Broomfield Village Hall Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2026 |
| Broomfield CP School School/college/university | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 September 2025 |
| Broomfield Food Express Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 December 2024 |
| Bridgemarsh Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2025 |
| Ace Bakery Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 August 2024 |
| Broomfield Cricket Club Other catering premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2025 |
Questions about Biltong Direct
What is Biltong Direct's food hygiene rating?
Biltong Direct has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Chelmsford Council on 7 June 2024.
Is Biltong Direct 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 Biltong Direct last inspected?
Biltong Direct was last inspected on 7 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Chelmsford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Biltong Direct?
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 Biltong Direct compare to other places in Chelmsford?
92% of the 1,447 rated food businesses in Chelmsford hold the top rating of 5, and Biltong Direct is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Chelmsford Council inspects Biltong Direct 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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