Backwell Post Office
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Backwell Post Office is a retailers - other located at Backwell Post Office, 30 West Town Road, Backwell, Bristol, BS48 3HH, in the North Somerset local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 May 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 0 — 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 Somerset oversees 1,631 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Somerset is 4.6 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
- Backwell Post Office, 30 West Town Road, Backwell, Bristol
- Postcode
- BS48 3HH
- Local Authority
- North Somerset
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1125940
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Backwell Post Office?
Backwell Post Office has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by North Somerset.
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 Backwell Post Office last inspected?
Backwell Post Office was last inspected on 2024-05-28. 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 Backwell Post Office located?
Backwell Post Office is located at Backwell Post Office, 30 West Town Road, Backwell, Bristol , BS48 3HH, in the North Somerset local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BS48 postcode area.