Joe's Zone
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Joe's Zone is a school/college/university located at Mather Lane, Leigh, WN7 2PW, in the Wigan local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 February 2026, 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. Wigan oversees 2,573 registered food businesses, of which 69% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wigan is 4.2 out of 5. As a food provider in a care or educational setting, this business is subject to particularly rigorous standards given the vulnerability of the people it serves. Inspectors pay close attention to allergen management, nutritional record-keeping, and staff training. 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. The rating has changed from 3 to 5 since 15 January 2024.
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| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 3 | 2024-01-15 |
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What is the food hygiene rating of Joe's Zone?
Joe's Zone has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Wigan.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a school/college/university?
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 Joe's Zone last inspected?
Joe's Zone was last inspected on 2026-02-04. 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 Joe's Zone located?
Joe's Zone is located at Mather Lane, Leigh , WN7 2PW, in the Wigan local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WN7 postcode area.