New Forest Community Link food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · New Forest
New Forest Community Link holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 17 May 2017, more than 9 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: 16 Old Milton Road, New Milton, BH25 6DX
How it compares in New Forest
That puts New Forest Community Link among the 1,153 places in New Forest holding top marks, 80% 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 | 1,153 | 80% | ← New Forest Community Link | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 183 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 69 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 138 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 Very 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 New Forest Community Link 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 New Forest Community Link, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gusto Grill & Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 17 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 September 2025 |
| Lin's Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 17 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2026 |
| First Friends Day Nursery Caring Premises | 254 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 February 2026 |
| Forest Arts Centre Other catering premises | 254 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2014 |
| Freedom Leisure New Milton Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 306 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 August 2023 |
| Bradbeers Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 373 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 January 2026 |
| LJ'S Snack Shack Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 402 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 November 2024 |
| BAKE Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 402 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2025 |
Questions about New Forest Community Link
What is New Forest Community Link's food hygiene rating?
New Forest Community Link has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by New Forest Council on 17 May 2017.
Is New Forest Community Link 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was New Forest Community Link last inspected?
New Forest Community Link was last inspected on 17 May 2017, more than 9 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by New Forest Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at New Forest Community Link?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does New Forest Community Link compare to other places in New Forest?
80% of the 1,435 rated food businesses in New Forest hold the top rating of 5, and New Forest Community Link is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
New Forest Council inspects New Forest Community Link 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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