Irlam Service Station food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Salford
Irlam Service Station 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 30 July 2018, more than 7 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: Irlam Service Station, Liverpool Road, Irlam, M44 6EH
How it compares in Salford
That puts Irlam Service Station among the 1,221 places in Salford holding top marks, 65% 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 | 1,221 | 65% | ← Irlam Service Station | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 378 | 20% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 172 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 54 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 55 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 217 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 Irlam Service Station 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 Irlam Service Station, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Southern Fried Chicken Takeaway/sandwich shop | 106 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2025 |
| Bargain Booze Retailers - other | 106 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2023 |
| Bakers Oven Takeaway/sandwich shop | 273 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2025 |
| Christine's Tearoom Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 411 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2025 |
| Acre Hall Primary School School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 November 2025 |
| ABC Mini Market Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 March 2023 |
| Bargain Booze Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2026 |
Questions about Irlam Service Station
What is Irlam Service Station's food hygiene rating?
Irlam Service Station has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Salford Council on 30 July 2018.
Is Irlam Service Station 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 Irlam Service Station last inspected?
Irlam Service Station was last inspected on 30 July 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Salford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Irlam Service Station?
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 Irlam Service Station compare to other places in Salford?
65% of the 1,880 rated food businesses in Salford hold the top rating of 5, and Irlam Service Station is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Salford Council inspects Irlam Service Station 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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