Allens Butchers
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Allens Butchers is a retailers - other located at 2 Market Place, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 8BA, in the East Suffolk local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 29 August 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. East Suffolk oversees 2,570 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Suffolk is 4.8 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- 2 Market Place, Halesworth, Suffolk
- Postcode
- IP19 8BA
- Local Authority
- East Suffolk
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1074399
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Allens Butchers?
Allens Butchers has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by East Suffolk.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Allens Butchers last inspected?
Allens Butchers was last inspected on 2025-08-29. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Allens Butchers located?
Allens Butchers is located at 2 Market Place, Halesworth, Suffolk , IP19 8BA, in the East Suffolk local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the IP19 postcode area.