Sarah's Newsagents food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Pembrokeshire
Sarah's Newsagents 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 13 February 2012, more than 14 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: Cartrefle, Maenclochog, SA66 7LB
How it compares in Pembrokeshire
That puts Sarah's Newsagents among the 1,436 places in Pembrokeshire 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 | 1,436 | 78% | ← Sarah's Newsagents | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 283 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 77 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 20 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 478 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 Sarah's Newsagents 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 Sarah's Newsagents, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maenclochog CP School School/college/university | at this address | 5 - Very good | 15 November 2024 |
| Central Garage Retailers - other | 125 yards away | 4 - Good | 6 March 2013 |
| Globe Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 325 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Brynhaul B & B Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2011 |
| Twmpath Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.7 miles away | Awaiting inspection |
Questions about Sarah's Newsagents
What is Sarah's Newsagents's food hygiene rating?
Sarah's Newsagents has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Pembrokeshire Council on 13 February 2012.
Is Sarah's Newsagents 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 Sarah's Newsagents last inspected?
Sarah's Newsagents was last inspected on 13 February 2012, more than 14 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Pembrokeshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Sarah's Newsagents?
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 Sarah's Newsagents compare to other places in Pembrokeshire?
78% of the 1,835 rated food businesses in Pembrokeshire hold the top rating of 5, and Sarah's Newsagents is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Pembrokeshire Council inspects Sarah's Newsagents 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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