Allinghams Butchers
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Allinghams Butchers is a retailers - other located at 22 Market Place, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1DT, in the North Hertfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 August 2024, 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 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. North Hertfordshire oversees 1,114 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Hertfordshire is 4.7 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
- 22 Market Place, Hitchin, Hertfordshire
- Postcode
- SG5 1DT
- Local Authority
- North Hertfordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1108146
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Allinghams Butchers?
Allinghams Butchers has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by North Hertfordshire.
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 Allinghams Butchers last inspected?
Allinghams Butchers was last inspected on 2024-08-28. 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 Allinghams Butchers located?
Allinghams Butchers is located at 22 Market Place, Hitchin, Hertfordshire , SG5 1DT, in the North Hertfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SG5 postcode area.