B&M food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Northumberland
B&M 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 July 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: 12 Freeman Way, North Seaton Industrial Estate, Ashington, NE63 0YB
How it compares in Northumberland
That puts B&M among the 2,775 places in Northumberland holding top marks, 90% 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 | 2,775 | 90% | ← B&M | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 214 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 67 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 393 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 B&M 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 B&M, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2025 |
| Cooplands Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 October 2025 |
| Ashington Service Station Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 May 2022 |
| Bakery 79 / Pizza 79 Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 March 2026 |
| Asda Express PFS Ashington Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 November 2022 |
| Ashington Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2024 |
| Baxterstorey Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2026 |
| College Food & Wine Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 September 2022 |
Questions about B&M
What is B&M's food hygiene rating?
B&M has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Northumberland Council on 13 July 2023.
Is B&M 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 B&M last inspected?
B&M was last inspected on 13 July 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Northumberland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at B&M?
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 B&M compare to other places in Northumberland?
90% of the 3,073 rated food businesses in Northumberland hold the top rating of 5, and B&M is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Northumberland Council inspects B&M 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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