Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Horsham
Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) 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 19 February 2020, more than 6 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: Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craf, Unit 11, Blatchford Close, RH13 5RG
How it compares in Horsham
That puts Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) among the 1,053 places in Horsham 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 | 1,053 | 90% | ← Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 129 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 Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) 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 Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangers Galore Manufacturers/packers | 37 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 October 2022 |
| Bliksem Biltong Manufacturers/packers | 52 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2025 |
| Brolly Brewing Bar & Taproom Pub/bar/nightclub | 322 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 July 2024 |
| Kings Court Care Home Caring Premises | 353 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2026 |
| Lidl Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2024 |
| Horsham District Foodbank Distributors/Transporters | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 June 2023 |
| Hari Wine Ltd Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 August 2023 |
| Horsham Premier Inn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2024 |
Questions about Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft)
What is Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft)'s food hygiene rating?
Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Horsham Council on 19 February 2020.
Is Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) 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 Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) last inspected?
Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) was last inspected on 19 February 2020, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Horsham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft)?
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 Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) compare to other places in Horsham?
90% of the 1,173 rated food businesses in Horsham hold the top rating of 5, and Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Horsham Council inspects Simply Topp's Ltd (T/A Simply Cake Craft) 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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