Heron Foods food hygiene rating
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Hull City
Heron Foods holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the supermarket met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 5 June 2023, more than 3 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: 955-965 Spring Bank West, Kingston upon Hull, HU5 5HD
How it compares in Hull City
That puts Heron Foods among the 1,495 places in Hull City holding top marks, 78% 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 | 1,495 | 78% | ← Heron Foods | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 198 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 124 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 51 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 45 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 7 | <1% |
A further 361 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 Heron Foods 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 Heron Foods, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantis 1 Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2024 |
| Anlaby Acre Heads School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2025 |
| Big Fun Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 July 2025 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2023 |
| Active+ Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 September 2025 |
| Anlaby Park Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 October 2024 |
| Ali Babas Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 May 2025 |
| Blue Corner Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2025 |
Questions about Heron Foods
What is Heron Foods's food hygiene rating?
Heron Foods has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hull City Council on 5 June 2023.
Is Heron Foods 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 supermarket to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Heron Foods last inspected?
Heron Foods was last inspected on 5 June 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hull City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Heron Foods?
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 Heron Foods compare to other places in Hull City?
78% of the 1,920 rated food businesses in Hull City hold the top rating of 5, and Heron Foods is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hull City Council inspects Heron Foods 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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Heron Foods is one of 2,054 rated food businesses in Kingston upon Hull. See every hygiene rating in Kingston upon Hull →
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