Alex Jones Fruit and Veg food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Monmouthshire
Alex Jones Fruit and Veg holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 1 March 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: Wi-Wurri, Penperlleni, Pontypool, NP4 0AA
How it compares in Monmouthshire
That puts Alex Jones Fruit and Veg among the 799 places in Monmouthshire holding top marks, 80% 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 | 799 | 80% | ← Alex Jones Fruit and Veg | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 60 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 97 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling 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 Alex Jones Fruit and Veg 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 Alex Jones Fruit and Veg, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goytre Sports & Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 4 - Good | 17 February 2026 |
| Dinky-Doo Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 1 - Major improvement necessary | 11 November 2024 |
| Goytre Chippy & Tandoori Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2025 |
| Goytre Stores Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 August 2023 |
| C J Copner Ice Cream Vans Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2023 |
| Trealy Farm Charcuterie Manufacturers/packers | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2026 |
| Mwch at the Goytre Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 4 - Good | 26 March 2026 |
| Monnow Valley Cider Manufacturers/packers | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2024 |
Questions about Alex Jones Fruit and Veg
What is Alex Jones Fruit and Veg's food hygiene rating?
Alex Jones Fruit and Veg has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Monmouthshire Council on 1 March 2024.
Is Alex Jones Fruit and Veg 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Alex Jones Fruit and Veg last inspected?
Alex Jones Fruit and Veg was last inspected on 1 March 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Monmouthshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Alex Jones Fruit and Veg?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Alex Jones Fruit and Veg compare to other places in Monmouthshire?
80% of the 999 rated food businesses in Monmouthshire hold the top rating of 5, and Alex Jones Fruit and Veg is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Monmouthshire Council inspects Alex Jones Fruit and Veg 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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