Greggs in Forecourt food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Hounslow
Greggs in Forecourt 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 23 September 2022, 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: Heston Services West, Junction 2/3 M4, TW5 9NB
How it compares in Hounslow
That puts Greggs in Forecourt among the 1,324 places in Hounslow holding top marks, 73% 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 | 1,324 | 73% | ← Greggs in Forecourt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 314 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 125 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 412 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 Greggs in Forecourt 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 Greggs in Forecourt, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol world 24/7, alcohol runner 24/7 Retailers - other | 282 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2023 |
| Alexandra Montessori Heston Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 June 2026 |
| Avanti Pizza & Pasta Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 April 2024 |
| Bajaj Food & Wine Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 July 2022 |
| Aishi Superstores LTD Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 May 2022 |
| APA Supermarket Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2022 |
| A4 Food and Wine Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2024 |
| Amigos Hounslow Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 March 2025 |
Questions about Greggs in Forecourt
What is Greggs in Forecourt's food hygiene rating?
Greggs in Forecourt has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hounslow Council on 23 September 2022.
Is Greggs in Forecourt 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 Greggs in Forecourt last inspected?
Greggs in Forecourt was last inspected on 23 September 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hounslow Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Greggs in Forecourt?
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 Greggs in Forecourt compare to other places in Hounslow?
73% of the 1,817 rated food businesses in Hounslow hold the top rating of 5, and Greggs in Forecourt is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hounslow Council inspects Greggs in Forecourt 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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